Relatedly, humane concern for other species is a trait often linked to material comfort.

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But one vocal group of researchers says the problem has nothing to do with material comfort at all.

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The opportunity to pursue advanced education, career growth, entrepreneurial passions and material comfort based on ambition and hard work rather than race, class, or background have not only made the United States a preeminent world power, but a model for nations everywhere and a beacon of hope for generations of people like me.

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Certainly quicker with both material and political comfort to survivors.

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Marsalis, JLCO's music director, said he was impressed by the amount of time the rock trio spent rehearsing the complex arrangements in order to master material outside their comfort zone.

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