This problem, as shown in NEWBIE forums, is solved. AND, OR, NOT do work. However, the issue seems to actually be that < and > do not work, and that is what has been causing problems in scripts.
http://chooseyourstory.com/story/and_test.aspx
this sample story shows this. If alexp wants to see the scripting to show it, I can add you as co-author, if it matters.