Word: uncertain
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Dates: during 1960-1969
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After nearly four years of uncertain status as a rebel colony, Rhodesia last week voted to make its break with Britain final, formally ending any search for constitutional accommodation or legality. In a referendum, white voters decided to declare Rhodesia a republic, with a new constitution that ensures white rule and gives the government police-state powers on the model of South Africa. Since only 6,600 of Rhodesia's 4,818,000 blacks had any say in the matter, the decision on the constitution was made by a minuscule minority of the country: 55,000 votes...
...much of Burger's philosophy will emerge in the form of specific decisions is uncertain. He will have just one vote in nine. Still, the view from the Chief Justice's chair will be markedly different from what it has been during the 16 years that Earl Warren has occupied...
Mailer's rhetoric is seductive if mystical, but the program he proposes is at best elusive. While it is a reminder of treasured values lost, it is an uncertain guide to their recovery. Many may vote for Mailer nonetheless, if only because he represents an alternative to old approaches that have made the city seem ungovernable. Handicapper Mailer, appraising his chances in race-track argot, accurately considers himself "a 20-1 long shot." On his personal morning line, however, the contender adds with bravura: "Best...
They are circulating a pledge to withhold contributions from Harvard because of Harvard's policies on ROTC and expansion. It was uncertain last night how many seniors had signed the pledge...
...Financial Aid Office will boost scholarship stipends for next year to help meet rises in student expenses, but the exact amount of the aid increase is still uncertain...