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If you look at the history of our country over the last 100 years, there have been periods where science and research have been celebrated. They were really kind of held up as heroes in society, which encouraged a generation of people to go into these fields.

I still derive immense pleasure from remembering how many hod-carrying brickies were encouraged to put on lurex tights and mince up and down the high street, having been assured by know-it-alls like me that a smidgen of blusher really attracted the birds.

The perception is that religious education is just for children, but that's not the case. It would be unfair to leave the adults out. It's for the whole family, the community. We're always encouraged to have everyone join in and grow in their faith.

We are looking forward to further developing the list structure through the AFL National Draft and are encouraged by the prospect of having five picks inside the top 22.

(We) strongly encouraged them to understand that in the wake of the Hurricane Katrina, the focus of the American people will turn inward,

We're not going to make the decision today. We're encouraged by both. Both are doing better than they were earlier. They both made progress. The real question to me is, will they be ready for the activity they are required to be ready for? Will they be ready in time for that first round? That's the real question.

There is no need to be excited or encouraged by the appeal.

When I was in the 9th grade I was flunking out of high school. And that's why I'm so encouraged by the fact that America is the place where opportunity and American exceptionalism is alive and well.

When it became clear that the season was about to be cancelled, I encouraged Meghan to explore CSUMB. Thankfully, that will work out for her, and she will play there this season.

When we all walked in, you could feel their spirits being uplifted, like they felt very encouraged and happy that we were there. It was just real cool to see that. To be able to go back (to New Orleans), play a game there and be able to uplift them again, that's special.

We found that being responsible for a pet, such as committing to walk a loaner dog, encouraged people who did not own dogs to walk more often and for longer periods.

We're not an acting family, but my parents have always encouraged me.

Through all of this, the U.S. has been encouraged by Europe to pursue action through the U.N..

We're really excited about it. We're also encouraged by the number of competitors who've signed up. So long as the weather holds up, we should have a great day.

With the new make-up of the high court, we are encouraged that the Justices will determine that the government does have a vital and compelling interest in preventing the spread of the practice of abortion into infanticide.

Ultimately, the bill may rest on a shaky premise, as Clean Air Act permitting provisions seem to have only a marginal effect on decisions by oil companies to invest in new refining capacity, ... Industry and government analysts alike agree that profit margins are the most significant factor, and record profits from high gasoline prices have encouraged a major investment in added refining capacity. Projects already reported or announced are expected to add nearly 600,000 b/d to our existing capacity over the next several years.

With today's enactment of the budget reconciliation bill and its digital television provisions, we have crossed an important threshold. NAB is pleased that Congress adopted many pro-consumer DTV measures in the legislation, and we're encouraged that the bill thwarted cable industry attempts to degrade the quality of HDTV pictures to consumers.

Worcester County has great potential for growing grapes. We're still trying to figure the absolute best grapes and we have experiments under way, but you can grow everything on the Eastern Shore and we're very encouraged by whites.

We were always encouraged to do whatever it was we wanted to do. There was never a goal that was too high or too crazy.

We are also encouraged by the customer interest and early revenue traction for our recently launched new products, which indicates that our product roadmaps are well positioned to achieve our future growth objectives.

We are also encouraged because they are continuing to resolve open claims in less than 60 days. We do not like to see the total number go up, so we are going to continue to aggressively monitor their performance, work with them to make sure claims are resolved and that they get these people taken care of.

Women need to wait, watch, ask about what's new and keep an ear to the ground, ... They also need to be encouraged to participate in clinical trials so we can get more answers.

Women need to wait, watch, ask about what's new and keep an ear to theground, ... They also need to be encouraged to participate inclinical trials so we can get more answers.

WD's steady growth in the MENA region encouraged us to further expand our operations in this region. We will enter new, untapped regional markets, and at the same time strengthen operations in existing ones. At the centre of WD's expansion strategy are the rapidly evolving and promising African markets, such as Algeria, Morocco, Tunisia, Libya, Nigeria and Kenya. The former three have high IT literacy levels.

Way before it was popular, he said that I could go far in this business. He kept saying I'd be president and then I said I'd be state president. He encouraged me, and I never thought that I, a little boy from Brooklyn, New York, could do those things. Mel was always ahead of the curve.

We are highly encouraged by the overwhelming response to our offering. Based on the current progress and activity, we anticipate being able to close our offering by midsummer.

We're actually very encouraged by the enrollment figures. They show that people are realizing that there's value to this plan, and they're enrolling, despite a lot of negative press.

We heard what we wanted to and we are encouraged that they are putting the patient first,

We head to Sandown encouraged by our recent test and with two strong cars. We have put as much work as possible into our preparation for this long and challenging race. Success at the Sandown 500 is a very important step towards achieving our goal of a top five finish in the Championship.

We had no space. Frankly, it encouraged more people to come up.

There is certainly a heightened awareness of identity theft. People are being encouraged to watch what's going on and monitor their credit reports and I don't think that's going to subside.

We live in a society that celebrates familial connection above any other kind of relationship. We are shown photos of our great-grandparents and encouraged to marvel over facial similarities. We are told to take pride in our bloodlines, celebrate our ancestry.

When I came to the industry, many directors like Krishna Vamsi and Puri Jagannath had encouraged me a lot. Krishna Vamsi is my mentor, and I admire him. That's why I give chances to new directors.

When two Muslims go into business, they are encouraged to go in as equals. Debt is prohibited, as one party would have leverage over another. In an Islamic business deal, both parties share the risk.

We're excited and encouraged by the acoustic analysis. These sounds give us additional hope that a few ivory-billed woodpeckers do live in the White River and Cache River region.

Let the guy do his thing. It's a unique event that should be encouraged even if you don't buy into the whole program. The guy's been doing it for 30 years around the world, and every place has survived.

Many in the wildlife community have encouraged Gov. Fletcher to support this significant tourism project for Eastern Kentucky. It is important to note that the governor has done so only with coal severance money -- money dedicated to the economic benefit of coal counties.

So it either happens in early November or it happens in March. The city has encouraged us to do it in November. The horsemen want us to do it in November.

She was a constant contributor both physically and emotionally for the team. She never complained about her situation and only encouraged her teammates to do better.

She was my right hand woman and always encouraged me. She kept me on track.

She's been a real positive influence. She's still helping me out. She encouraged me to do this (coach) and that's why I did it.

She always encouraged her kids to do whatever they wanted.

Mrs. Reagan remains at his side and is actively participating in his physical therapy sessions. She is encouraged by his progress, but has been advised by the doctors to remain cautious in her optimism.

Of course I'm encouraged about the news and the new development and the arrest, and I hope it leads to something. We just have to be guarded. We've seen it happen too many times where nothing ever came to fruition, nothing.

My education in the public schools of New York City between 1932 and 1944 was an excellent preparation for a life in science. Because of the Depression, these schools were able to attract a remarkably talented and dedicated collection of teachers who encouraged their students to strive for the highest levels of accomplishment.

My hope is that 'Beyond the Heavens' will encourage people to explore faith, open their mind and go beyond what they think they know. That is what my mother encouraged me to do. I hope to encourage others to do the same through this story.

My grandmother was quite an intrepid woman, ... She was somebody I admired a great deal, who took an interest in me and encouraged me to be all I could be and get out in the world.

My family didn't like my being in New York without a steady job and encouraged me to come home, but that was the last thing I wanted to do.

My father has never really had time for children, ... My mother encouraged us to be pretty naughty. We used to go to Dad's clubs all the time when we were little but, to be honest, he was busy. Our mother was much more sociable then, but not so much now.

My father read poetry to me, encouraged me to memorize poems. But the writing of it was quite a different thing.

Obviously Dwane's got a great comfort level with him. We felt like he really came on down the stretch of the year and into the playoffs. We kind of eyeballed him and Dwayne encouraged us to look into doing something with him.

Obesity is a health risk impacting all our communities and we are encouraged by the commitment community leaders have made to actively participate in this program.

People were encouraged that the Fed may not have to raise rates August 22.

People will be encouraged by the upgrade of U.S.-Taiwan relations from Chen's high-level exposure and high-level access,

My second husband encouraged me to go to a writing group at our local theatre. It was my 'coming out of the closet' moment.

Nineteen percent of homes in Western Europe are already cellular-only. Cellular operators should be encouraged to see that a further 18 percent of cellular users with fixed telephones are also considering disconnecting that fixed line. Younger users will be key targets for cellular operators, with older users in family units showing strong interest in triple plays and quad plays.

Nineteen percent of homes in Western Europe are already 'cellular-only'; cellular operators should be encouraged to see that a further 18 percent of cellular users with fixed telephones are also considering disconnecting that fixed line.

On my visit, I saw how they encouraged their team. I'm glad I came here. I've gotten better and established new relationships. This year we've had such great team chemistry.

One of the risks that Microsoft faces, following its admission to search through all of its legacy code, is that it may have encouraged hackers to join in the search.

I was greatly encouraged to launch this initiative after 93 per cent of some 80,000 Muslim youths polled opted for a dialogue with the Danish people.

I was surprised to learn that Puccini wrote The Marriage of Figaro, but much encouraged by the substantial support for the teaching of music in schools.

I have encouraged my children from the get-go to sleep on the airplane or in a car, whatever mode of transportation we're using. I remind them that they will be happy that they have slept because they will have lots of energy to explore

I have encouraged him to (speak out). My opinion is he has some facts to get straightened out. I don't know if he will or not.

I have been writing music for about three and a half years and was always encouraged by other people to continue and keep writing. I thought this class would be like validation. If I'm really meant to be a songwriter after this, I'll know.

I do not think it is a secret that our relations with the United Kingdom have recently suffered and I am very encouraged that on both sides there is goodwill to restore the good relations that traditionally exist between the United Kingdom and Cyprus ,

I'd been working with Elvis, but I just recorded Country, so he, definitely, like you said, encouraged me to try it, but I didn't, right then.

I am encouraged to hear this because the last thing one wants is to deal with this on a controversial basis.

I am encouraged that we've been in control in two games against good teams. Now we have to figure out how to win those games.

I am encouraged that the NAIC has met two times a year with the European Union since 1999 to address transatlantic issues in insurance.

I am encouraged that theater owners, producers and the musicians' union have taken the city up on its offer, and I am determined that they reach an agreement so Broadway can come back to life,

I am encouraged that second-quarter operating earnings, although down from year-ago levels, were more than six times higher than in the first quarter,

I am encouraged that more work has been done in the last few months compared to before. But still there are many gaps that we need to fill in terms of human and laboratory capacity and infrastructure.

I am encouraged that a few ninth-graders do look like they have what it takes to be really good players.

I am encouraged by the support. A lot of progress has been made.

I am encouraged by the solid momentum in our earnings and the financial and creative strengths that underpin these results.

I am encouraged by the resumption of grain movement along the Mississippi River just one week after grain transportation was virtually halted by Hurricane Katrina, ... Clearly, there is much work to be done but I am confident that remaining obstacles will be overcome to resume all activity in a timely manner. We are assuring our international customers that we expect minimal disruptions.

I am encouraged by the quantity of weapons that have been handed over in the past few days. What is needed now is the time to ensure that the accounting process is completed correctly,

I am encouraged by the progress we made,

I am encouraged by recent media reports that the IOC President has expressed the possibility of reconsideration of the decision in Singapore in that there were precedents for the full IOC to reconsider a decision,'

I am far more encouraged as a career service professional now than in 2000 by the number of employers that have expressed the intent to hire more graduates.

I am extremely encouraged by our performance this weekend. We had consistent play top to bottom and showed great balance. I think we are a solid Big Ten team and showed we can compete. We are looking forward to hosting the Big Ten Championships on our home course next weekend.

I am running for mayor of this great town because clearly Herndon is at a crossroads, from which we desperately need to move towards a more united direction. I've always been very interested in the town, and when I started circulating my petitions, my neighbors really encouraged me to do it. It also felt like their voices had not been heard, so I am hoping to give them a voice.

I am very encouraged by the response from members of the public.

I am very encouraged by the quality of the applications we have received, and I'm confident this selection process will produce an excellent new director for SMPA.

I am very encouraged by the direction of our relay swimming. At the NCAA Championships, relays are double points and it's huge. These girls are getting it.

Certainly, affected employees are encouraged to look for positions here in San Diego and elsewhere where Sony operates.

But we certainly have encouraged the leadership in Congress to schedule votes on the amendment to be sure every senator and representative will be on record on this amendment before they face the voters in November.

Based on what I heard him say yesterday, I'm highly encouraged for our area and specifically for the people in Picayune. I was able to speak with the president and tell him we are the first high spot not affected by flooding, though we did have a lot of wind damage and debris. I told him we had one of the best locations to begin the recovery process he had alluded to - getting industry and business back to work, ... As we all know, there would be more stability, hope and encouragement if could get this done.

I'm a little more encouraged after walking through it a second time.

I'm a lot more encouraged than I was a year ago or even a few months ago.

I have always encouraged my restaurant operators and team members to give back to the local community.

I have always encouraged my kids to pack their own toys and games, ... I think that's really important, that they have some control over what they bring.

I had a teacher senior year in high school. He was a theater teacher, and he basically was a little bit like 'High School Musical.' He kind of encouraged the jocks to get involved with the plays. I did it as kind of a senior year lark.

I have been in discussion with my counterpart, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development, Jim Prentice and I am encouraged that Canada is taking steps to resolve this situation.

I feel great today. I?m really encouraged by the way I feel right now.

I feel encouraged. I was discouraged after the loss to Niles West because they have not beat us in like 10 years. But I'm encouraged by the way the girls played the rest of the tournament.

I feel encouraged by our latest news of the steps the mayor is taking.

I found it very gratifying when Lane announced his retirement, Secretary of State Jesse White called and encouraged me to run.

Given that our first quarter is usually negatively affected by a number of seasonal factors, I am encouraged that these positive results reflect a very good start to 2006.

French authorities should be encouraged for reporting this so quickly and this allows them, as well as local farmers, to take extra monitoring precautions.