Documents tagged "American"
Found 142 documents with this tag
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_024923.txt
This is an email from George Krassner talking about his experience as a columnist for Cavalier Magazine and how it hired fine scribes like Thomas Pynchon and Philip Roth. He also mentions Playboy, another men's magazine that was published around the same time. He writes about writing a column for Cavalier called "The Naked Emperor" and describes attending an auction of two-inch squares from bedsheets slept on by the Beatles during their first trip to America. His second column was about Lenny Bruce and his legal troubles.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_024624.txt
The document discusses the history of student organizations and campus speech at the University, including regulations from 1964 prohibiting advocacy of political causes or candidates and other activities by student organizations at a specific location. The writer also mentions the launch and development of men's magazine Cavalier, which hired notable writers like Thomas Pynchon and Isaac Asimov and paid him $1,000 a month to write a column named "The Naked Emperor" about an auction of Beatles memorabilia. The writer later became known for creating the character Famous Author, who appears in a series of books written under a pseudonym.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_024592.txt
The document presents various articles from different sources discussing important topics and people such as the clinical psychosis of Muammar Qadhafi, the situation in Libya, Sinai Bedouin, foreign policy failures, and Palestine's statehood. The articles also mention key figures like John Matson, Anne-Marie Slaughter, Mohamed Fadel Fahmy, Dimitri K. Simes, Charlie Savage, Abdullah Abueid, and Jerrold Post.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_024374.txt
Cavalier Magazine was launched by Fawcett Publications in 1952 as a men's magazine aimed at young and hip readers. The magazine hired notable writers such as Thomas Pynchon, Philip Roth, William Saroyan, Isaac Asimov, and Theodore Sturgeon. In the 1960s, the author was invited to write for Cavalier under the column "The Naked Emperor," which covered topics such as auctions of Beatles' hotel linens and the legal troubles of Lenny Bruce.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_023720.txt
The article discusses the concept of shame and its importance in society, particularly in relation to financial executives' behavior during the 2008 financial crisis. Jennifer Jacquet, a researcher at the University of British Columbia, is highlighted as someone who studies the effects of honor and shame on cooperation. The author raises questions about the necessity of shame in balancing individual and group interests in various social dilemmas such as energy, food, water shortages, climate disruption, declining fisheries, increasing antibiotic resistance, and nuclear warfare.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_023458.txt
The document contains four articles from various publications discussing key geopolitical events and their implications. The Wall Street Journal article highlights the emerging tensions between Iran and Saudi Arabia, which are reminiscent of a new Cold War. The New York Post piece focuses on the unrest in Syria, while The American Interest article discusses political order in Egypt following the ousting of President Hosni Mubarak. Finally, the NYT article covers the budget debate in the United States.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_023435.txt
The Poetry in America program aims to provide online graduate-level professional development courses for middle and high school teachers who have never had the opportunity to advance their careers online. These courses will be designed to strengthen classroom practice while accumulating credits toward advanced degrees in education. The initiative will also produce classroom-ready video content that enables teachers to engage and educate students, meeting English Language Arts standards and providing professional development opportunities. The program is a collaboration between Elisa New and Programs in Professional Education at the Harvard Graduate School of Education, with courses such as Poetry of the City already in active development.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_022330.txt
This document provides a summary of various tax topics and planning points from 2013 to present. Key people include Managing Director Blanche Lark Christerson and senior wealth planning strategist; key places include the United States Supreme Court, Treasury Department, and IRS; and key topics include estate planning, inflation-adjusted numbers for 2014, tax reform, budgeting, and charitable contributions. The document also discusses various cases and court rulings that have impacted taxation.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_021094.txt
The Snoring Bird is a memoir by Bernd Heinrich about his family's journey through a century of biology. The book tells the story of Gerd Heinrich, who hunted for rare birds in Indonesia and became known as "die Ralle" after capturing the snoring rail with its distinctive call. It also explores Bernd Heinrich's own life as a biologist at the University of Vermont and his unconventional approach to understanding the natural world. The book is equal parts father and son, showcasing two different perspectives on biology and nature.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_019864.txt
This article discusses the 2017 Academy Awards ceremony, focusing on the political and emotional climate of the film industry at the time. The author, Peggy Siegal, reflects on her personal experience as a cheerleader for Oscar hopefuls and shares insights into the unique circumstances surrounding that year's Oscars, including the historic win by "Moonlight" and its impact on the LGBTQ community and African American representation in Hollywood. Additionally, she addresses the backlash against "La La Land" leading up to the ceremony and the controversial mix-up involving Warren Beatty and a misplaced envelope.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_019348.txt
In this email chain, Jeffrey E. expresses interest in meeting the leaders of Europe before a possible implosion and offers advice after the meeting. Steve Bannon responds positively to Jeffrey's suggestions and mentions his intention to open a populist fort in Brussels through "The Movement" non-profit foundation. The objective of "The Movement" is to coordinate the populist right for the 2019 European elections, competing with George Soros who has been supporting the Democratic party since 1984.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_019343.txt
The document is an email exchange between Jeffrey E. and Steve Bannon about a movie titled "American Carnage" that has been financed by Emmanuel and directed by Errol Morris. The two discuss the film's festival circuit, with mentions of Venice, Toronto, and New York Film Festival, as well as skipping Telluride. There is also a discussion of organizing meetings between Steve Bannon and leaders of countries, with Jeffrey E. emphasizing that this process will be time-consuming and requiring multiple visits to Europe over an extended period. There are references to other people such as Hicks and Benjamin Harnwell, but it's unclear what their relationship to the main topic is from this exchange alone.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_019338.txt
The document discusses plans for organizing meetings with leaders of countries in Europe and other locations, as well as attending film festivals such as Venice, Toronto, and New York. It also mentions a movie called "American Carnage" and a person named Emmanuel, who financed the film. The main topic appears to be arranging for Steve Bannon to have one-on-one meetings with various leaders.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_019321.txt
This is an email conversation between Steve Bannon and Jeffrey E. regarding a film called "American Carnage". The film was produced by Emmanuel and stars Erroll. It has been accepted to the Venice, Toronto, and New York Film Festivals but will not be shown at Telluride. They discuss organizing meetings for Bannon with leaders of countries and how he might appear as an outsider if he doesn't spend time in Europe. Hicks is mentioned, and it seems that Bannon may have been involved in the 9th Circle or House Oversight 019321. Benjamin Harnwell also responds to Jeffrey E.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_019312.txt
The document discusses Steve Bannon's plans to establish a non-profit foundation called The Movement in Europe with the goal of coordinating the populist right for the European elections in spring 2019. Bannon aims to compete with George Soros, who has spent billions on supporting human rights through NGOs. The email conversation between Jeffrey and Steve discusses their plans and the challenges they will face in executing them.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_019308.txt
The document discusses Steve Bannon's efforts to create a populist movement in Europe through his non-profit foundation called The Movement. He is coordinating with right-wing leaders such as Salvini and Orban, aiming to compete against the influence of George Soros in the 2019 European elections. Bannon was previously a key strategist for Donald Trump's presidential campaign but left following the controversy over racial violence in Charlottesville.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_018804.txt
This document is an appraisal report for IGY American Yacht Harbor Marina in St. Thomas, Virgin Islands prepared by Integra Realty Resources – Caribbean on behalf of Banco Popular de Puerto Rico. The appraisal evaluates the market value of the leased fee interest (going concern) in the property and is intended to conform with various professional standards including the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP), the Code of Professional Ethics and Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice of the Appraisal Institute, the Principles of Appraisal Practice and Code of Ethics of the American Society of Appraisers, the RICS Valuation Professional Standards, the International Valuation Standards, applicable jurisdictional appraisal regulations, and the appraisal guidelines of Banco Popular.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_017524.txt
The document discusses key global events that took place in the first years of this century and their impact on demographics and the economy. It mentions a gradual change in population growth where two-child families are now the norm for 80% of mankind, as well as the G20 meeting in Washington 2008. The document also discusses upcoming tectonic shifts in demographics, innovations, and frontline medical research at the Swedish-American Life Science Summit in Stockholm, Sweden.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_012740.txt
This document talks about Peter Brant giving Peggy Siegal a ride to the 68th Venice Film Festival where various films will have world premieres. The festival takes place in Venice, Italy which is described as looking like a movie set floating on water. It also discusses the Cipriani hotel on Giudecca Island and mentions how George Clooney is presiding over his "Ides of March" press conference at the Palazzo del Casino on Lido. The film's panel includes producer Grant Heslov, Beau Willimon who wrote the play the film is based on, Farragut North, Paul Giamatti, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Marisa Tomei and Evan Rachel Wood.
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.