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The apparent weakness of Aquino's grip on the situation was highlighted by vocal opposition to the draft constitution. Political forces of both the extreme left and extreme right joined in attacking the constitution which ensures, among other things, the continuation of Aquino's presidency until 1992.

Author: NO WRITER ATTRIBUTED | Title: The Philippines | 2/9/1987 | See Source »

Having changed the rules of Philippine politics, moreover, the self- professed housewife often finds herself judged by the old rules. In restoring her country's freedoms, for example, she is content to go about her business while Marcos loyalists stir up trouble in the streets and Cabinet ministers speak their...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Woman of the Year | 1/5/1987 | See Source »

ECAC Woes: The ECAC has fallen upon hard times this season. An 11-0 record is nice, but because of the weakness of Harvard's conference opponents, some still don't take the Crimson seriously.

Author: By Adam J. Epstein, | Title: MacDonald Mania Mauls McCormack | 12/17/1986 | See Source »

Pursuing such a course is not, as some might claim, a self-destructive obsession that represents an inherent flaw in a democracy. The strength of the nation, not its weakness, comes from the fact that it has a government of laws, run by officials who can be held accountable. This...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Who Was Betrayed? | 12/8/1986 | See Source »

For all Its laughs, American Werewolf displays a classic Landis weakness. Almost every one of the film's creative elements, from characters to special effects, shows a degree of thought and attention to detail most youth comedies do without. Yet all the effort--clever dialogue, gruesome special effects, expertly choreographed...

Author: By Jess M. Bavin, | Title: Without Rules | 11/14/1986 | See Source »

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