September 1, 2004 Voting into Vapor From The September-October 2004 Issue Published in the September-October 2004 print issue in the Right Now section. Most popular Harvard Weathers a Year of Turmoil The federal government has launched unprecedented actions against the University. Here’s a guide. Lafayette’s Unexpected Gift to George Washington: Pheasants The two birds will be on display at Harvard this summer. Harvard art historian Jennifer Roberts teaches the value of immersive attention Teaching students the value of deceleration and immersive attention Explore More From Current Issue Editor’s Letter The president of Harvard Magazine’s Board of Directors will step down in September. Museums & Collections Harvard Art Museums restores a rare glimpse of an American master. Research But it can’t replace human connection.