“The combination of the cyclone and the referendum within a few days of each other makes an

“The combination of the cyclone and the referendum within a few days of each other makes an angry population angrier and vulnerable... .”

Monique Skidmore

A Myanmar expert at Australian National University, speaking about how the aftermath of Cyclone Nargis, could affect the disposition of voters deciding on a crucial referendum on a military-backed constitution in Myanmar.

“He’s trying to get to the woman he loves — although it’s an obsession — in the hope that she will love him back. Jack Jordan is not charged with obsession. Obsession is not a crime.”

George Vomvolakis

Defense attorney for Jack Jordan, who is accused of stalking actress Uma Thurman.