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...always struggled to be vocal and in the past just tried to lead by example,” the sophomore reflected. “So this year I made a conscious effort to put myself out there more, to be seen as a leader...
...Rave On,” Sune Rose Wagner and Sharin Foo pay homage to the ’60s-era American pop inspirations that are frequently cited but rarely revived. The band incorporates instrumental nods to their beloved Holly and Lou Reed along with close vocal harmonies that recall the pre-pubescent crooning of the Everly Brothers and the cheerful banter of the Ronettes. The Raveonettes’ unapologetic lifting from bygone musical greats has occasionally made their previous releases seem like vintage tributes. With “Lust, Lust, Lust,” however, Foo and Wagner offer...
...assert their sovereignty against those great powers that once picked through their treasures. It's also a defense against the suction of the present-day free market, which could easily vacuum up whatever the colonial powers haven't carted away. Zahi Hawass is the very vocal head of Egypt's Supreme Council of Antiquities. "While I believe that Egyptian monuments are the shared heritage of mankind," he told TIME by e-mail, "I also believe that as a sovereign state and the home of this great civilization, Egypt has a right to protect its legal and moral rights in regard...
...opening musical number features some surprisingly capable singing. Compton’s voice comes off strong even when a repeated ‘ribbet’ comprises his only sung line. Andersson and Daniel V. Kroop ’10 as the character Wan Childpolicy also display considerable genderbending vocal talents. Even as the jokes wear on, the Pudding keeps the audience’s attention as new characters bring even more personality to the show. Giuseppi T. Boppityboo (S. Adam Goldenberg ’08, who is also a Crimson editor) is a modern “fairy godfather?...
...Democratic President or a Republican President once the new presidency begins. I believe that the next President will see American security interests in a different light once they’re in office.” Zinni, a former peace envoy to the Middle East, has been a vocal critic of the war and did not support invading Iraq in 2003. He has been floated as a potential vice-presidential running-mate for Democratic hopeful Barack Obama, but he said following his speech that he has no plans to endorse Obama or any other presidential candidate. Zinni commended General David...