Word: expect
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...from the benevolence of the butcher, the brewer, or the baker that we expect our dinner, but from their own regard to their own interest. We address ourselves not to their humanity but to their self-love. --Adam Smith, An Inquiry into the Nature and Causes of the Wealth of Nations...
...Barksdales expect results and are demanding accountability. During their discussions with Mississippi educators and other experts, they asked the sorts of questions venture capitalists ask of entrepreneurs who are seeking funding: How will we measure how well this is working at various stages? How will we know if it's not working? If the Barksdales don't see higher reading scores in the schools they're helping, they will pull the funding and appropriate it to another program. That's why Jim insists that the money isn't a gift. He says, "I invest in start-up businesses...
...What to expect in Philadelphia at the Republican National Convention (July 29-August 4 at the First Union Center...
...What to expect in Los Angeles at the Democratic National Convention - August 14-17 at the Staples Center...
Quote: "We're really working to get local low-income people involved.... There is going to be a big youth contingent and a big labor contingent.... We're basically saying that we expect our elected officials to deal with basic human needs and not the corporate agenda." -organizer Lisa Fithian...