Olivia M. Goldhill
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Pro Choice
The law’s greatest threat lies in its insinuation that the rationale for seeking an abortion demands evaluation. A woman’s right to have an abortion is constitutionally sanctioned, and to limit this right due to personal incentives is dangerous.
Advising Matters
Perhaps the real concern is not the advising system, but the tutor selection process itself.
New HKS Project to Begin
The Harvard Kennedy School officially announces the start of its Future of Diplomacy Project, which is intended to study diplomacy in a systematic manner, on Nov. 9 with the introduction of two new resident and three non-resident fellows.
The Innocence of Youth?
When a child kills another child, all sense of morality seems to be distorted, and no reaction is unequivocally justified.
Punishment for the Pope?
Perhaps to arrest the pope is a step too far, but the Roman Catholic Church should know that its jurisdiction does not supersede that of national justice systems.
Still Second?
There is an ugly connotation to feminism that should be dispelled.
Criminalizing the Crazy
The insanity defense is a necessary aspect of any legal system concerned with human rights.
Harmful Side Effects
A balanced examination of the costs and benefits of prohibition reveals that the policy is irrational.
Stolen Lives
While we should be wary of widespread rules condoning excessive violence, there should also be a case-by-case awareness of the stressful conditions of the burgled
Press Pass
LONDON, England — “Hi, I’m doing some research for The Financial Times on the pink pound: how the recession has