Documents tagged "New"
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HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_025310.txt
In an email conversation with Jeffrey E., Robert Kuhn discusses potential Closer To Truth series topics related to plant biology and general systems theory. They also discuss the possibility of a larger "Radical Breakthroughs" series that could include topics such as deception in biology, power laws, new math, mathematics and truth, music, and dreams. Both individuals are located in Beijing, indicating an international perspective on these topics.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_025242.txt
This document discusses the economic and equity market conditions in the US, Asia ex-Japan, and Europe for 2012, focusing on Spain as a particular area of concern. The author also addresses some key Q&A topics related to the US recovery, including durable goods consumption, equipment & software spending, vehicle sales, bank loans to companies, manufacturing payrolls, credit card delinquencies, household credit growth, homebuilders' demand, and remodeling trends. It highlights opportunities in retailing and building products companies that may benefit from these trends. The author concludes by suggesting that while there have been improvements in various economic indicators, some challenges remain, such as weak household credit growth.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_025094.txt
This document discusses Cuba's reestablishment of diplomatic relations with the United States and its potential for international trade and investment in light of recent events such as the lifting of economic embargoes. The author uses a SWOT analysis to present key points about Cuba, including its large population and strategic location in the Caribbean. The document also provides some background on Cuba's history and political climate, as well as information on other countries in the region, such as the Dominican Republic and Puerto Rico.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_024003.txt
The document is a confidential private placement memorandum for New Leaf Ventures III, L.P., which seeks to raise $375 million in limited partner interests. The offering is being made by New Leaf Ventures Partners and the memo discusses the terms of the investment, including the risks involved. It also notes that the interests have not been registered under federal securities laws and are being offered only to sophisticated investors on a confidential basis.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_023731.txt
The document "Teaching Minds" by Roger Schank discusses the application of cognitive science in education and suggests a more student-centered approach to teaching that focuses on real-life learning projects. The author argues that traditional knowledge-based curricula are ineffective and proposes an alternative based on twelve cognitive processes underlying learning. He also addresses issues such as intelligence, university restructuring, and the negative impact of the best universities on public schools.
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_023661.txt
This document is an email exchange between Jeffrey and Habibi about meeting in New York. They discuss the timing of their meet-up and Habibi's travel plans to be with his son at a new school. The conversation touches on topics such as house oversight, terror deals, and shoe sizes.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_023644.txt
Prince Mohammed bin Salman is the Deputy Crown Prince and Chairman of the Council for Economic Affairs and Development. He discussed the national transformation program in a television interview on Saudi Arabia's first channel. The program aims to improve government agency performance, with indicators and targets currently applied to 24 agencies. New entities will be added in the near future. One year after the establishment of Vision 2030, Prince Mohammed bin Salman believes it has achieved many accomplishments, including reduced deficit rates and increased non-oil revenues. He also discussed unemployment and investment indexes, which were affected by previous oil price declines.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_023550.txt
The document is a JokeLand E-Mail with jokes and topics like hookers in Atlantic City, sumo wrestlers, lesbians, comedy stories from 1979 featuring Jackie Martling, Bill Maher, Eddie Murphy, the Jade Fountain in Paramus, New Jersey, and Hal Ennis. It also includes information about a show at Broadway Comedy Club starting July 13th and mentions Mrs. Hartke's husband who went to Florida with his mistress. Additionally, it encourages following Jackie Martling on Twitter for daily jokes.
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_023448.txt
This document is an email conversation between Jeffrey E. and Michael Wolff about a project they are working on involving Clinton, Woody Kagan, and budgeting for a film or television production. They also discuss reality TV production costs and budgeting, as well as other follow-ups such as the status of Whitman's "Song of Myself" reading and contact information for Michael Wolff.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_023440.txt
The document contains a series of emails between Jeffrey E and Kathy Ruemmler discussing friendship as a biological process with complex interactions of altruism and cooperation, and how it does not lead to genetic fitness. Nick Christophalos is mentioned as someone who has done significant work in this area. The conversation also touches on topics such as decision making, the difficulty of saying no, the importance of sleep, and Kathy's reluctance to give up her apartment in New York.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_023438.txt
Brockman, Inc. has announced the sale of NOISE by Daniel Kahneman, Olivier Sibony, and Cass R. Sunstein. The authors were represented in negotiations for US/Canadian rights by John Brockman and Max Brockman supervised auctions in the UK and foreign language markets. Thirty auctions were conducted within a week, setting new agency records for publishing advances in each market. Kahneman's THINKING FAST AND SLOW has been on The New York Times Bestseller List since publication in 2011 with global sales approaching 6 million copies. The authors are considered three of the greatest thinkers of our time and NOISE is expected to have far-reaching applications.
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_023433.txt
The document contains a conversation between Michael Wolff and Jeffrey E. regarding an event scheduled for Thursday at one o'clock. It also mentions the names Clinton Woody Kagan, David Brooks, and Lena Dunham, as well as Wgbh, an organization that has won 10 Emmys. The topic of budgeting is discussed, and it seems that a seminar on Whitman's "Song of Myself" may take place in the future. Additionally, Lisa New is mentioned as having had an interesting day with unexpected surprises.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_023431.txt
Lisa New and Jeffrey E. are discussing budget proposals for educational initiatives involving the Ed school and NEH funding. Lisa expresses gratitude to Jeffrey for his support and mentions a difference of opinion regarding public television footage budgets, including costs associated with Clinton and Hancock footage. They both agree on not adding to budgets related to Clinton, Woody Kagan, or Ginsburg.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_023429.txt
This document is an email exchange between Lisa New and Jeffrey E. regarding a video project involving budgeting for different footage options. David G. was present at the filming of Herbie Hancock but not Bill Clinton's, leading to dissatisfaction in public television. The pilot was made for $100,000 with savings on the Clinton footage. Additionally, there is discussion about reality TV being low budget due to factors such as no writing or expertise needed and no actors or travel required beyond one location.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_023427.txt
The document appears to be a series of emails between individuals discussing various topics such as budgeting and producing content. Key people mentioned include Clinton Woody Kagan and Lisa New. The conversation also touches on reality TV production costs, which are generally low due to the lack of writing or other specialized expertise needed. It is implied that Michael Wolff may have won several Emmys. There's a mention of sending someone some stuff and their shared birthday.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_023361.txt
This document is a court brief filed in the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit in relation to the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001. The brief addresses dismissals for failure to state a claim and foreign sovereign immunity among other issues. Key people involved include Ronald L. Motley, Stephen A. Cozen, Carter G. Phillips, Andrea Bierstein, Robert M. Kaplan, James P. Kreindler, Jerry S. Goldman, and Chris Leonardo. The document is titled "In re: TERRORIST ATTACKS ON SEPTEMBER 11, 2001" and includes a list of cases related to the attacks.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_023205.txt
This document appears to contain a series of emails regarding a project involving taped interviews with various individuals, including politicians and other notable figures such as Woody Allen, Frank Gehry, and Richard Dawkins. The sender is seeking advice on how to proceed with the footage from one particular interviewee who has denied permission for use.