But he may draw the broader historical conclusion that the imposition of torture and repressive violence has a habit of undermining the political legitimacy of world-class powers.
PARIS — When Gilles Simon faces Roger Federer on Sunday in the fourth round of the French Open, Simon will have multiple weapons at his disposal — his speed, his signature two-handed backhand down the line and his world-class ability to absorb world-class power and snuff out attacks that would sink less resilient men.
From the standpoint of military history World War I marked a transition for the United States armed forces from the relatively small force of a middling power -- used in the Indian Wars, in the Spanish-American War and in the Philippine insurrection of 1898 -- to the world-class army of a world-class power.
"Going forward, we will have a clear strategic focus, building on our custom and configurable mixed-signal IC expertise and world-class power-efficient design.
It's time to abandon the UK's fossil fuel addiction and invest in energy efficiency and the nation's world class renewable power potential".
But while there is little doubt that Art Basel's move into Hong Kong will provide stiff competition for other cities, many in the arts world are hopeful that by bringing world class collectors and other power players to Asia, Art Basel will also turn a spotlight on the wider Asian arts scene.
So even though 0-60 mph takes 7.1 seconds in the manual version of this car, which isn't world class, the mid-line power (for passing, say) is excellent and will nail you to your seat back.
It is an amazing World Class facility, but its true power is the way it brings together our athletes and staff, because then you get the multiplier effect of people.
The campaign recognises the power of world class cricket as a platform to raise awareness of HIV and AIDS, especially among children and young people.
The coaching clinic was organised courtesy of the ICC, UNICEF and UNAIDS partnership that uses the power of world class cricket to raise awareness of the needs and rights of children in the fight against HIV and AIDS.
