Sentences with phrase «toughest subject on»

Investing isn't the toughest subject on the planet to master but it does take a lot of diligence and patience.

But it is a tough subject on which to write.

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Companies on a major stock exchange are often subject to tougher transparency rules, giving more insight into the workings of a company they are putting their faith in.

«I think perhaps I feel stronger and tougher on that subject than other people,» Trump said in the Oval Office.

After years of tough restrictions on American companies trying to operate in China, including coercing the transfer of proprietary technology, the White House is looking to subject China to similar investment hurdles in the United States.

In its most recent resolution on the subject, the Episcopal Church declared in July 1988 that hard - core pornography abuses the self - images of women, children and men, and urged congregations to support then — Attorney General Edwin Meese's report with its call for stricter and tougher enforcement of already existing laws against pornography.

I have told them that I will ask them some very tough questions so it would be a good idea for them to have as much information on the subject (whatever it is) as possible.

It is tough to ask for a Christian author on the subject without introducing those heresies with them.

I thought the Welsh are meant to be tough,» Gerrard said on the subject.

I enjoyed your article the other day on the subject of his development, but the gist is still that Ifedi is «surprisingly, right about where he ought to be despite what you've heard / read / felt / seen with your flawed eye - test instruments» I give your comment a rec because you're right, but its a tough sell for most folks

Neymar was subjected to tough treatment by the physically imposing Lustig on the night and the Brazilian international finally snapped in the second period by squaring off with the Swede after taking exception to a strong challenge.

Get the lowdown on parenting basics like discipline, homework help, and how to talk to your child about tough subjects, like sex, tobacco, and alcohol.

It gives them time to focus on a tough subject and get the class credit they need.

* Day 1 Monday, February 22, 2016 4:00 PM -5:00 PM Registration & Networking 5:00 PM — 6:00 PM Welcome Reception & Opening Remarks Kevin de Leon, President pro Tem, California State Senate Debra McMannis, Director of Early Education & Support Division, California Department of Education (invited) Karen Stapf Walters, Executive Director, California State Board of Education (invited) 6:00 PM — 7:00 PM Keynote Address & Dinner Dr. Patricia K. Kuhl, Co-Director, Institute for Learning & Brain Sciences * Day 2 Tuesday February 23, 2016 8:00 AM — 9:00 AM Registration, Continental Breakfast, & Networking 9:00 AM — 9:15 AM Opening Remarks John Kim, Executive Director, Advancement Project Camille Maben, Executive Director, First 5 California Tom Torlakson, State Superintendent of Public Instruction, California Department of Education 9:15 AM — 10:00 AM Morning Keynote David B. Grusky, Executive Director, Stanford's Center on Poverty & Inequality 10:00 AM — 11:00 AM Educating California's Young Children: The Recent Developments in Transitional Kindergarten & Expanded Transitional Kindergarten (Panel Discussion) Deborah Kong, Executive Director, Early Edge California Heather Quick, Principal Research Scientist, American Institutes for Research Dean Tagawa, Administrator for Early Education, Los Angeles Unified School District Moderator: Erin Gabel, Deputy Director, First 5 California (Invited) 11:00 AM — 12:00 PM «Political Will & Prioritizing ECE» (Panel Discussion) Eric Heins, President, California Teachers Association Senator Hannah - Beth Jackson, Chair of the Women's Legislative Committee, California State Senate David Kirp, James D. Marver Professor of Public Policy, University of California, Berkeley Assemblyman Kevin McCarty, Chairman of Subcommittee No. 2 of Education Finance, California State Assembly Moderator: Kim Pattillo Brownson, Managing Director, Policy & Advocacy, Advancement Project 12:00 PM — 12:45 PM Lunch 12:45 PM — 1:45 PM Lunch Keynote - «How Children Succeed: Grit, Curiosity, and the Hidden Power of Character» Paul Tough, New York Times Magazine Writer, Author 1:45 PM — 1:55 PM Break 2:00 PM — 3:05 PM Elevating ECE Through Meaningful Community Partnerships (Panel Discussion) Sandra Guiterrez, National Director, Abriendo Purtas / Opening Doors Mary Ignatius, Statewide Organize of Parent Voices, California Child Care Resource & Referral Network Jacquelyn McCroskey, John Mile Professor of Child Welfare, University of Southern California School of Social Work Jolene Smith, Chief Executive Officer, First 5 Santa Clara County Moderator: Rafael González, Director of Best Start, First 5 LA 3:05 PM — 3:20 PM Closing Remarks Camille Maben, Executive Director, First 5 California * Agenda Subject to Change

Tough had written a New Yorker article on the subject.

Quinn's had a bumpy few weeks: Caving on a paid - sick - leave City Council bill after stalling it for months, being the subject of a tough - but - accurate Times story detailing her temper.

I made it there on my own, successfully figuring out an incomprehensible map of the underground while wondering who would be in the audience and if they would subject me to a tough interrogation.

Tough subject matter no doubt, but I'm going to rent it on account of him.

The Breadwinner Based on a young adult novel, this Canadian / Irish co-production tackles the tough subject of the Taliban regime in Afghanistan in a sensitive way, making it accessible to teen audiences.

Relentlessly tough on the sailors involuntarily enlisted on this breadfruit - collecting expedition, Bligh forces his men to forfeit their possessions and he subjects several to soul - crushing punishment.

Ethics studies tend to start subjects off with some easy dilemmas before moving on to the really tough decisions.

In some ways, this tale of an attempt at sobriety is aiming to be this year's» 50/50»... an emotional yet humorous take on some very tough subject matter.

Likely to a tough one to watch, which makes it courageous on Showtime's part to tackle the subject.

But the tough subject matter — apparently no American actress would take the role on — could make «Elle» a tough sell.

Though it does contain scenes that some viewers may find upsetting, it deftly tackles the tough subject matter to shine a spotlight on a very real issue.

NCLB has unwittingly and unfortunately encouraged schools to focus instruction inordinately on reading and math, the subjects that NCLB requires be tested annually and to which it has attached the tough accountability regime.

He offered himself up in a tough situation, brought his gigantic brain to bear on a tricky subject, and helped someone else succeed (me, the amateur playwright).

In March 2004, the Denver Classroom Teachers Association approved a plan that would replace the current lockstep salary structure with a new salary schedule that rewards teachers who advance their teaching knowledge and skills in the subjects they teach, take on additional professional responsibilities, take on the toughest school assignments, and produce results.

Many states are requiring tougher entry requirements for teacher colleges and proof of subject mastery before teachers can enter the classroom, according to a new report from the National Council on Teacher Quality.

He touches on classroom issues (the best techniques for teaching various subjects, how to overcome budgetary constraints) and shows you how — by teaching them hard work, kindness, and the courage to go one's own way — his students have learned to adapt and to prosper in even the toughest of circumstances.

Some evidence suggests that this pressure, coupled with the reality of operating a school or district on a limited budget, meant educators often began to focus more time on those tested subjects at the expense of others, like social studies, science, and the arts — a logical response to the incentives created by the accountability system and tough budget choices.

More recently, post 9/11, Amis has been outspoken on the subject of Islamic extremism and has faced criticism for suggesting Muslims should «suffer until they get their house in order,» and supporting measures such as «strip searching people who look like they are from the Middle East, Pakistan, until it hurts the whole community and they start getting tough with their children.»

Her tips on dining are a godsend (she helps rubes like me order wine), and she handles tough subjects like condolences with compassion...

Preparing the thesis paper is the right way to refresh the knowledge on the certain subject and to make sure that the researchers are able to operate the data, conduct tough scientific researchers and can make an analysis.

Public relations is a tough subject to write assignment on.

Research on any topic related to this subject is usually a tough task as students need to cover all the important documents and historical data.

His broad - ranging subjects vary from the wise, tough - minded, hilarious Clara Mayfield who became the model of the film character based on his novel, Clara's Heart, to an aristocratic, politically savvy Italian novelist who lives in a villa in Tuscany (The Conversion).

At this point, it's tough to convince people that any ebook on any subject is worth 10 or 20 times the price of print book.

Rates are good, with the highest fixed rate APR currently set at 14.24 % with auto - pay (rates are subject to change), but the loan may be tougher to score if you have a bankruptcy or major delinquency on your credit.

It's tough to compare these outcomes because they're not all in the same place — money in the RRSP is subject to taxes on withdrawal.

Theres a lot of info on the internet and its been a tough subject for me to comprehend.

Their subject matter ranges from androgynous boys to Hasidic Jews, from upper - class, Wilhelmine German students to a bright - eyed country boy perhaps on his way to becoming a fascist tough.

Campbell adds, «As a leading alternative arts center in the United States, this is the mission, and therefore the role, I see for 18th Street Arts Center: to question, probe, reflect on tough subjects that other cultural institutions or market driven venues will not address.»

Thomas Hirschhorn tackles subjects as tough as the ruins of empire, the war on terror, and Bronx public housing.

While the work may be perceived as tough on the one hand, simply because its immediate subject matter is death — it is in fact about beauty, continuity, reconciliation and the resilience of being; because of and in spite of the fragile nature of the body.

«Some new finding, however tentative, gets highlighted while the broader suite of research on a tough subject is downplayed or ignored,» Revkin told me in an email.

For those who think milk in bags would be tough to handle, read The Steps to the Usage of the Milk Bag for tips on getting the milk from the bag to your glass or bowl of cereal; hit the jump for a useful video from our pals at Hippyshopper on the same subject.

The housing market is subject to fluctuation and in recent years, under scrutiny for being tough on the newer...

The housing market is subject to fluctuation and in recent years, under scrutiny for being tough on the newer generations due to their difficulty of setting foot on the property ladder.

Negotiating an alternative is tough — especially as owners or business executives face off with lawyers on the subject.