The June election "was a reflection of the sentiments of the citizens of the village," Mr. Robinson said.
I say "something" of an answer and I hedge because actual voting sometimes reflects the passion of one side, along with the resources and tactics it uses to maximize turnout, as much as the truest sentiments of all citizens.
Christians, like other religious minorities in Pakistan, including progressive Muslims, have been at the mercy of mob violence, owing to the Islam-specific clauses of Pakistan's blasphemy law, which upholds the religious sentiments of Muslims over those of citizens of other beliefs, and sanctions the death penalty for "insulting Islam".
When I decided to move to the Middle East, I had a number of concerns my safety in the street, the safety of neighboring countries, the effects of rising fuel prices on the lives of citizens, anti-American sentiment.
The use of the chorus throughout is inventive and eloquent, incorporating ancient traditional devices (like the ceremonial beating of poles) into a flowing movement that embodies the fluctuations of sentiment among the citizens of Thebes.
For example, the increasing use of quarantine and isolation conflicted with the affirmation of citizens' rights and growing sentiments of personal freedom fostered by the French Revolution of 1789.
"Seduction of the Innocent" was released to a public already teeming with anti-comics sentiment, and Wertham was embraced by millions of citizens who feared for America's moral sanctity; he even testified in televised hearings.
Fourth, and significant in the American context, how should courts and sensitive citizens balance the sentiments of individual communities with freedom of speech, blasphemy laws and censorship?
Whether Lieberman is forced to resign or not, it is clear that his political survival has depended on his ability to play to the fears of Israeli citizens and racist sentiments of much of Israel's ultra-nationalist minorities.
Peter H. Kostmayer, president of Citizens for New York City, which helps provide fresh produce to poor neighborhoods, echoed that sentiment.
