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...power in the Lebanese political system suggest that neither the anti-Syrian nor the pro-Syrian factions will be able achieve dominance over the country in our lifetime. Nonetheless, both have the means to inflict considerable and prolonged suffering on the Lebanese people in a futile attempt to transform the country’s mix of competing political creeds into one norm. Based on this understanding, the world should—temporarily—abandon the idea of an international tribunal for the slain Lebanese leader Rafik al-Hariri, because it will most likely lead to more hostility. Instead...
...economic changes already under way in central Anatolia and other parts of Turkey continue , it may not matter, because in the process of pursuing E.U. membership, Turkey has begun to fundamentally transform its economy and way of life. Turkey's entrepreneurs are not waiting for E.U. membership to maximize their participation in the world economy. They're already there...
...hope that the Pope will be able to transform his former perception of the threat of "the Other," of Islam, into a more open approach--by strongly highlighting the ethical teachings the religions have in common and the ways they can contribute together to the future of a pluralistic Europe. Benedict XVI should be free to express his opinions without risk of impassioned denunciation. But the least one can expect from the Pope--especially in this difficult era of fear and suspicion--is that he help bridge the divide and create new spaces of confidence and trust...
...what the rest of us are pleased to call normalcy. Take Harry Shearer's Victor Allan Miller. He's played Shakespeare (albeit in repertory's more obscure regions), but his fame rests on his portrayal of a wiener in a series of hot dog commercials. A nomination would transform his life, but he shows his desperation only to his cruelly indifferent manager (the aforementioned Levy). The rest of the time Miller's a model of modesty and good nature. Or consider Guest himself, playing Purim's director. He appears to be a serious and dedicated artist. But he will compromise...
...Murphy says. “He was a high, high academic kid…super high character, slam dunk in admissions.”While his academic abilities and moral fiber landed him a spot on the team, it was Fernandez’s work ethic that helped him transform into the anchor of the Crimson’s offensive line in only a year, much to the pleasant surprise of his coaches.It was not until his sophomore year that Fernandez established himself as the starting center, a post he would never relinquish. That same championship year marked the beginning...