The paradox, first formulated by sociologist Scott Feld, states that“your friends are more
popular than you are, on average.”.
Feld was a major voice for and donor to left-wing and pacifist causes,
and as such, he was targeted by Nixon's cronies.
The versatility and quality of the coliseum at one time allowed the university to use the facility for performing arts events such as the Boston Pops,
Chicago Symphony, Feld Ballet, and other performances by important artists.