Documents tagged "News"
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HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_021425.txt
The document discusses an urgent inquiry from BuzzFeed News regarding allegations of sexual harassment against Lawrence Krauss. The sender suggests a strategy to respond to the accusations and emphasizes the importance of a concise cover letter for public distribution. They also mention correcting minor errors in the draft response before finalizing it.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_021416.txt
The document is an email conversation between Lawrence Krauss and Jeffrey E. regarding a BuzzFeed News inquiry about allegations of sexual harassment. The main topic of the conversation revolves around how to respond to the allegations and what strategy to adopt. Key people mentioned in the document include Lawrence Krauss, Jeffrey E., and lawyers from BuzzFeed. The focus is on crafting a response that effectively addresses the claims made by the accusers while also considering possible legal implications.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_021408.txt
The document is an email from Lawrence Krauss to Nancy Portland regarding an inquiry from BuzzFeed News about allegations of sexual harassment. Lawrence Krauss denies the accusations and states that he treats people with respect and works hard to support and mentor them. He also mentions his high public profile, which has led to more scrutiny and outside complaints than other faculty members receive.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_018862.txt
The article reports on a suspected arson at the home of a criminal prosecutor in St. Croix, as well as charges filed against Senator Alvin Williams Jr. and two Senate staffers for illegal proceeds totaling $1.1 million. It also mentions that boards of elections delaying in counting votes violates V.I. Code, and there is an offer to get eco-friendly products with a Scotiabank loan.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_014498.txt
This document is a newspaper article from December 2016 that discusses tax hikes in the Virgin Islands due to an empty government piggy bank. The article mentions back pay for court-ordered expenses and an increased unemployment insurance rate for businesses. It also touches on topics such as sin taxes, time-share owners, and Puerto Rico.
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.