But late last week, as news agencies reported a resurgence of violence and drug use at the increasingly squalid encampment, and Ms. Quan demanded that the protesters leave, attitudes toward some reporters became more antagonistic.
While females placed more emphasis on parental leave attitudes, both groups ranked that factor last.
Some statistically significant differences were found, namely regarding academic reputation, research opportunities and parental leave attitudes.
In contrast, factors such as research opportunities, finance, and parental leave attitudes were considered least important.
The variety of clinical experiences and resident morale were weighed heavily in choosing a residency program; whereas financial incentives and parental leave attitudes had low influence.
A sign outside the gym advises entrants to "Leave your attitude at the door".
"They have a 'take it or leave it' attitude," he said.
Displaying a "love it or leave it" attitude like that of Waylon Jennings, Willie Nelson and the other "outlaws" of the 70's, the Dixie Chicks reinvigorated the moribund Nashville music scene of the late 90's.
"Where the parties agree an informal lease extension there is nothing to stop a freeholder demanding onerous terms (including high ground rents) and adopting a "take it or leave it" attitude.
They built a development tailor-made for the tastes and whims of jet-setting billionaires, said Peter Bevan, head of the Mayfair office of U.K. Sotheby's International Realty, persuading buyers with "rarity, quality of finish, facilities, services" and a "take it or leave it" attitude.
