Sentences with phrase «seen as a step in the right direction»

I know that proportional representation fans think the AV is a poor substitute for the real thing, but it might be that Clegg knew that the Tories simply would not stomach full PR, and AV could be seen as a step in the right direction.

The Common Core State Standards were seen as a step in the right direction by many.

Not exact matches

Garrett and other fiduciary financial advisors see the recently issued fiduciary rule passed by the Department of Labor as a major step in the right direction of controlling the costs of advice to investors.

You may feel as if you're getting a lot accomplished, but when you take a step back you just might see that you are indeed moving, but not in the right direction.

«Iran sees (the summit) as an important step in the right direction that can contribute to lasting regional and global peace and security,» Iranian foreign ministry spokesman Bahram Qasemi was quoted as saying by state media.

Rogers VP Ken Engelhart sees the code as a step in the right direction, as there will now be one set of regulations governing wireless service for the country that will take precedence over any provincial systems.

There are plenty of people who see cryptocurrencies, however flawed, as a step in the right direction because they at least take power away from governing authorities and give individuals more freedom.

I am aware of the negative, but I see it as one step forward in the right direction.

Although it will be incredibly difficult to ever match his contributions on the pitch, it's vitally important for a former club legend, like Henry, to publicly address his concerns regarding the direction of this club... regardless of those who still feel that Henry has some sort of agenda due to the backlash he received following earlier comments he made on air regarding Arsenal, he has an intimate understanding of the game, he knows the fans are being hosed and he feels some sense of obligation, both professionally and personally, to tell it like he sees it... much like I've continually expressed over the last couple months, this team isn't evolving under this current ownership / management team... instead we are currently experiencing a «stagnant» phase in our club's storied history... a fact that can't be hidden by simply changing the formation or bringing in one or two individuals... this team needs fundamental change in the way it conducts business both on and off the pitch or it will continue to slowly devolve into a second tier club... regardless of the euphoria surrounding our escape act on Friday evening, as it stands, this club is more likely to be fighting for a Europa League spot for the foreseeable future than a top 4 finish... we can't hope for the failures of others to secure our place in the top 4, we need to be the manufacturers of our own success by doing whatever is necessary to evolve as an organization... if Wenger, Gazidis and Kroenke can't take the necessary steps following the debacle they manufactured last season, their removal is imperative for our future success... unfortunately, I strongly believe that either they don't know how to proceed in the present economic climate or they are unwilling to do whatever it takes to turn this ship around... just look at the current state of our squad, none of our world class players are under contract beyond this season, we have a ridiculous wage bill considering the results, we can't sell our deadwood because we've mismanaged our personnel decisions and contractual obligations, we haven't properly cultivated our younger talent and we might have become one of the worst clubs ever when it comes to way we handle our transfer business, which under Dein was one of our greatest assets... it's time to get things right!!!

While the latter still has limitations (and they were seen as Arsenal and Coquelin struggled to play out under Leicester pressure), and he was completely unnecessary after Leicester went down to 10, Coquelin is Not Flamini, so it was a step in the right direction.

We are in no doubt that Blackburn will avoid relegation this season, especially if they retain their solid home form, but there's a need and an urgency from the fans for the club to push on from merely being seen as a relegation candidate and unless Big Sam gets his familiar» Del Boy» hat on, there's more chance of Blackburn going backwards rather that taking steps in the right direction.

Wilson sees the presidential memorandum as a step in the right direction but he'd like to see what types of program the department will emphasize.

But Nora Volkow, director of the National Institute on Drug Abuse in Bethesda, Md., says the change in the alcohol definition is a step in the right direction, because abuse was previously seen as a necessary step on the path to dependence.

Some see this project as a step in the right direction, Irion reports.

Others see the national contribution as a step in the right direction.

Describing the Harkin - Enzi bill as a «base bill» and a «first step in the right direction,» Alexander has made it pointedly clear that he still sees flaws in the legislation that place too much decision - making authority with the federal government instead of states, districts, and schools.

«I see that as a step in the right direction and some indication that there are senators that are hearing concerns from the districts and are trying to be responsive,» says Joyce.

«While I would like to see them include adaptive cruise control as standard as well, it's certainly a step in the right direction,» said Sam Abuelsamid, senior analyst at Navigant Research, «and ACC will be offered as an option along with more capable lane centering systems.»

While last years Madden was a step in the right direction, this year can be seen as a complete overhaul, even down to the foundation of the game.

He also praised Nintendo's newest console, the Nintedo Switch calling it «probably the best demo Ive ever seen This is a step in the right direction for Nintedo as their last console, the Wii U, was severly lacking in 3rd party games..»

Glad to see word is getting out about the SF Climate Challenge... As one responder said, the effort we've initiated here in SF will not save the planet, but it's a step in the right direction.

I see the recent interaction between Spencer and Dessler as a step in the right direction.

While far from perfect, the proposal is one of the most significant environmental rules proposed by the United States in recent history and is seen by many as a step in the right direction, as coal - fired power plants account for nearly 40 % of all US carbon emissions.

Tisdale said the Gridworks discussions showed that utilities see net billing as «a step in the right direction because it breaks the link between exports and retail rates.»

«With advances in the successful treatment of people with HIV, we are now able to offer this population the opportunity to apply for life insurance - a milestone we see as a significant step in the right direction.»

This was far from the prototypes and concepts we'd seen, but as the world's first curved screen smartphone it was a big step in the right direction.

Moreover, if the upgrades are seen as a positive step in the right direction by a number of users, the network will get more users overall and the price should increase.