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How, after all, did the legend of Ape Canyon arise in the first place, if not through media sensationalism?
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 29, 2026
That includes state and local election officials who are nothing if not careful about following the law.
From Slate ● Oct. 29, 2026
"We're going to push them and shove them into action -- and if not, then leave," said the veteran conservationist and one-time presidential candidate.
From Barron's ● Oct. 28, 2026
There are dozens off the top of my head, released this decade alone, that should’ve been in contention — documentaries as important and memorable, if not more, than the narrative movies nominated in the category.
From Salon ● Oct. 28, 2026
The flaw in this plan was that there were really no feeble players in the tournament; they were all, if not world class, then at least of national or international renown.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
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