Word: rather
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Dates: during 1970-1979
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...Iranian students, with the approval of Ayatullah Khomeini [Nov. 19], seem to be proving that Islam is-at least in the Iranian version-a religion that emphasizes revenge rather than forgiveness. They evidently consider revenge on one very ill man the ideal to put first in the life of their country...
...prize to be won ... the presidency of the U.S.," as written in your article "May the Best Man Win" [Nov. 12], very aptly describes the mad clamoring to "get into the running" going on in our nation today. It presents an aura of a Mr. America popularity contest rather than a serious search for the most qualified candidates for our highest office. Doris N. Gage Western Springs...
...inconsiderable abilities to elect themselves to a presidency that begins in January 1981 is incredible. That the President, with his incalculable responsibility, must concentrate for over one-quarter of his tenure on his re-election is perilous for the nation. That millions will be spent on the campaign rather than to alleviate the suffering in Cambodia is obscene. Yet this insane system does not guarantee the best choices, or the best President. James P. Ransom Honolulu...
While on Save the Children's board of directors, Isham says he will encourage a new organizational emphasis on a careful appraisal of the needs of an entire community, rather than sponsorship of individuals...
...Soviets probably granted an exit visa to the Karavanskys for Israel rather than for the United States because of "the damning connotations of admitting that Harvard's invitation had an effect," Kupchinsky said...