Remembering Bill Friday

Posted Oct 12, 2012
More than once I saw him turn apparent defeat into victory. The begrudging admiration of political opponents was common. One referred to Friday’s feline qualities: No matter how you throw him out the window, he said, Bill Friday always lands on his feet. (Inside Higher Ed)

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