But as he says, the search for life in outer space is a long-term goal, and he is still hopeful.

VOA: special.2010.05.25

He says the extent and quality of long-term literacy is important to individual economic success and quality of life in a community and a nation.

VOA: special.2009.03.27

She is pessimistic about the long term outcome for the region's marine life.

VOA: standard.2010.07.13

It is a long-term endeavor and we both are united to fight against this endeavor, which is challenging our way of life and wants to challenge the way of life with the world."

VOA: standard.2009.05.13