Documents tagged "AMERICA"
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HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_019330.txt
This document discusses a grant application process and its challenges. Lisa New, director of Poetry in America, highlights the progress made by the program in 2016, including moving toward a concrete release date for their television series and converting MOOC modules into for-credit courses. She also mentions Jeffrey E.'s role as an adviser and supporter of the program. Barnaby is mentioned as someone who could apply for a grant but should know that there are only a few grants available in each round, and many projects proposed don't get funding due to limited funding availability.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_019326.txt
The document is a letter from Lisa New to Jeffrey E., discussing the progress made by Poetry in America and its associated non-profit production company, Verse Video Education, as well as their new Harvard partner, the Derek Bok Center for Teaching and Learning. The goals for 2016 included moving their television series toward a concrete release date, converting MOOC modules into for-credit courses, and developing a course specifically for K-12 educators. In addition to this, Lisa also mentions that Barnaby is no longer at the Institute for Advanced Studies, but instead she will ask him if he can help her through Templeton. The document also mentions that the company has grown from just herself and one other person to now having a production staff of five, as well as interns and Harvard graduate students who are trained in public-facing humanities.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_019206.txt
Edward Snowden is a former National Security Agency (NSA) employee who stole and released classified information in 2013. He claimed to be a whistleblower exposing NSA overreach, but has been accused of lying about his actions and dealings with Russian intelligence. The article suggests that Mr. Snowden intended to engage in espionage and not just expose the NSA's activities. He is currently seeking a pardon.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_015032.txt
This document is a summary of Paul Krassner's career as an investigative satirist over the past 60 years. Key people in this document include Paul Krassner himself, George Carlin, Arianna Huffington, Tom Robbins, Ken Kesey, Kurt Vonnegut, and The New York Times. It is evident that Paul Krassner's work has had a significant impact on many individuals, including those who have become prominent figures in their own right. The document also highlights the importance of satire as a tool for exposing hypocrisy and absurdity in American culture.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_011472.txt
The document is a summary of an individual's experience at Camp David, where they were discussing peace negotiations with the Palestinians. The person describes their disappointment and realization that what happened during the last two weeks was bound to have serious consequences for them personally as Prime Minister of Israel and for their country. They reflect on their past experience in special forces and how it has shaped their approach to dealing with danger, crises, and decision-making. They note that this moment is a critical one not only for themselves but also for President Clinton and the leader of the Palestinians, Yasir Arafat. The Oslo Accords had created a peace process rather than peace, and now was a time to address core issues in their conflict.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_010754.txt
The document is a tribute to former Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin, who was assassinated on November 4, 1995. Mortimer Zuckerman, the author of the piece and editor-in-chief of U.S. News & World Report at the time, reflects on Rabin's bravery and vision in pursuing peace with Palestine, despite the risks involved. Zuckerman argues that Rabin's death did not extinguish the fire of Israel's commitment to peace, but rather inspired a renewed dedication to the cause. He highlights the significance of the support shown by the United States and other nations at Rabin's funeral, as well as the emotional speech delivered by King Hussein of Jordan in which he referred to Rabin and his wife Leah as "my brother" and "my sister." Overall, Zuckerman emphasizes that Rabin's legacy continues to inspire efforts towards peace and understanding between Israel and its neighbors.