The balance of enthusiasm
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Some elections are about persuasion. This one is about turnout. In past presidential debates, candidates have tried to change people&#39;s minds and win over undecideds.
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The kid's got pizzazz, a flair for the dramatic, and electricity all rolled into one.
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Sometimes you can just tell. It only takes a few minutes of action, one or two touches, a run off the ball. The talent is obvious, so is the self belief.
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How has this troupe managed to stay so fresh and unaffected, and at a time when earnestness and hectic activity for its own sake seem to prevail on both sides of the Atlantic?
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Talent isn't required, but screams, cheers  and lots of gyrations are.
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In the world of sports, when a great feat is accomplished, sometimes it takes a while for everything to set in and for people to gain a full appreciation for what just transpired.
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There was some great basketball played last Friday night. From preps to pros, many remarkable things happened that are worth talking about.
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They play with a confident air these days, even a swagger, more befitting the Brazilians and Germans.
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Tucked into one corner of Microsoft Corp.&#39;s latest digital-media program is a case study in the balancing act often required when the company decides to expand into new markets.
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In person, thereÂs a quality of indomitable exuberance about Sushmita Sen which renders itself well to the roles that she does.
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Great teams have one thing in common: Great leaders who set a winning tone not just by their play but also by their attitude. Joe Namath did it.
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Fred Thompson's easygoing, no-nonsense style is clearly his strength and undoubtedly has helped him soar in presidential polls. It may only get him so far.
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Opinion Stepping in and taking charge
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It was hard to find anything amiss or out of place. That&#39;s the way things generally go on media day. There are smiles all around.
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The orchestraâs performances at Carnegie Hall this week reminded listeners that character and distinctiveness in classical music have not been obliterated entirely.
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Are You Enthusiastic by Rhoberta Shaler
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Fred Thompson's easygoing, no-nonsense style is clearly his strength and undoubtedly has helped him soar in presidential polls. It may only get him so far. Sooner or later, the all-but-declared candidate will have to answer the question: What else do you offer?