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Simon insisted that, contrary to Ehrlich’s predictions, humanity would not self-destruct by overusing the planet’s resources.
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Foreign Affairs, 16 Dec. 2025
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—Katie Stockton, CNBC, 15 Dec. 2025
More broadly, this is about how FIFA's absurd governance structure has allowed Gianni Infantino to openly flout the organization's rules and act in ways that are both dangerous and directly contrary to the interests of the world’s most popular sport.
—Daniel Orton, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2025
The roles also seem to cater to those with backgrounds in traditional law enforcement, contrary to a background in immigration law and administrative government work that is more typical for USCIS.
—Ximena Bustillo, NPR, 10 Dec. 2025
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Foreign Affairs, 16 Dec. 2025
Opinions expressed in this material may differ or be contrary to opinions expressed, or actions taken, by Fairlead Strategies or its affiliates, or their respective officers, directors, or employees.
—Katie Stockton, CNBC, 15 Dec. 2025
More broadly, this is about how FIFA's absurd governance structure has allowed Gianni Infantino to openly flout the organization's rules and act in ways that are both dangerous and directly contrary to the interests of the world’s most popular sport.
—Daniel Orton, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2025
The roles also seem to cater to those with backgrounds in traditional law enforcement, contrary to a background in immigration law and administrative government work that is more typical for USCIS.
—Ximena Bustillo, NPR, 10 Dec. 2025
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“Contrary to.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/contrary%20to. Accessed 19 Dec. 2025.
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