There's a new assertiveness in terms of dealing with the foreign aid community, ... That reflects a confidence that they can better manage their food situation.

He is a good speaker, good with the kids, good with the community. You just can't say enough good about him.

I think the desired effect has happened here. I think community division was the intent from the beginning, because keep in mind there was nothing set in stone.

Community divisiveness was the intent from the beginning.

The more formal structure gives the city a level of confidence-a way to professionally channel tax dollars for community projects. But we write grants all the time that (the city) says no to.

The report is the latest sign that consumer confidence has been trending down, ... It adds to worries in the stock market about consumer spending and about corporate earnings. The question is whether consumers will slow expenditures and, in turn, hurt corporate profits and the economy.