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...fulfilling promises to his leftist supporters, the status of the African National Congress (ANC) party, once the continent's most respected organ of national liberation, has been irreversibly diminished by the infighting of the past few years. Under Nelson Mandela, the ANC peerlessly wielded its moral authority. But that trait also encouraged leaders to think they were above reproach, an attitude that found its fullest expression in Mbeki, who often acted as if he had no reason to explain himself and simply asked people to take his decisions on trust. That trust wilted, thanks to ANC scandals over corruption, incompetence...
...there is a trait linking the members of this brainy pantheon, it may be optimism. "I don't think I've ever met a fellow who's cynical," Fanton says. "I'm struck by what good, humble people they are." He notes that some fellows (like physician Paul Farmer, 1993) have donated their winnings, while others have shared it with colleagues. History is littered with intellectual giants - think Nietzsche or Van Gogh - whose minds buckled under the weight of their thoughts. But Fanton says the vast majority of MacArthur Fellows are sunny and energetic, propelled by the belief that they...
...stay in touch Something you’ve always wanted to tell someone: Sorry to interrupt, but I actually don’t care, so... Favorite childhood activity: Playing guns and robbers while visiting home in Nigeria. Except with real guns, real robbers, and corrupt police. Sexiest physical trait: I’m gonna keep it PG here and just keep it moving. Next question. Best part about Harvard: Friday, when you realize it’s the weekend Worst part about Harvard: Sunday, when you review how the weekend failed to deliver Describe yourself in 3 words: Better than...
...down that path. I opted to live in Alaska from 1949 on into its statehood. I can well appreciate Obama's ability to examine an idea or a policy that has been suitable and then move on if it no longer fits. The value of this trait escapes most Americans. Sadly, the very positive attributes Obama possesses appear to be fodder for voters to doubt his abilities. The only salvation I can see, if any, will be when the older folks die off and the young realize our mistakes and embrace a candidate like Obama. Rita Ihly, Bellingham, Washington...
...doesn't necessarily mean compromising one's personal values but rather accepting there is another point of view and sometimes adapting it. Maybe, just maybe, Obama is simply a reasonable guy able to change his opinions when the right rationale and information appeal to him. Isn't that a trait we should be looking for in our President? Leslie Castello, JACKSONVILLE...