Documents tagged "September"
Found 123 documents with this tag
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_027406.txt
The document contains a conversation between two participants in an iMessage chat room from September 17 to 23, 2018. The conversation includes discussions about political topics such as the Trump administration and military officials following orders. There are also comments on the effectiveness of personal attacks and developing knee-jerk answers. One participant mentions forgetting some seats and focusing on others in a pincer movement strategy. The conversation is marked by timestamps, message IDs, flags, read statuses, invitations, and GUIDs.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_027126.txt
The document discusses a message from Jeffrey Epstein to Ehud Barak about Lawrence Summers withdrawing his name for the position of Federal Reserve chair after opposition from key Democratic senators. The email mentions that Summers' wife Lisa is happy because she did not want to live in two cities, and the author suggests that they discuss further when they meet. Additionally, there is a mention of another message from Ehud Barak about a major blow to a friend due to Obama possibly replacing John L.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_027032.txt
In the email, Ehud Barak forwards a news article to Jeffrey Epstein regarding Lawrence Summers' withdrawal from the Federal Reserve chair race due to opposition from key Democratic senators. The focus of this document is on key people like Lawrence Summers and Ehud Barak, and places like the United States where the Federal Reserve is located. The topic of the email is about economic decisions and political opposition in the United States.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_026909.txt
The Sunday Night Insight discusses the recent pullback in US equities, which has led to some clients questioning whether this is the beginning of the end of a nearly 10-year bull market. However, the authors argue that this pullback is actually smaller than previous ones and does not necessarily signal an impending recession. They highlight several steady factors, such as economic growth, benign inflation, robust earnings, and low probability of recession, which remain in place despite the unsteady undertow created by trade tensions with China and other geopolitical concerns. Overall, they conclude that the steady factors will likely continue to outweigh the risks posed by the unsteady undertow.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_026887.txt
In summary, Robert Lawrence Kuhn discusses China's retaliatory tariffs on US imports as the trade war escalates between the two countries. He notes that China has signaled a ratcheting down of the escalation rather than further escalation and explains that maintaining economic growth and national pride are crucial to the legitimacy of China's government. The author also highlights the potential impact of the tariffs on both economies, noting that they are suboptimal for all countries involved.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_026877.txt
The document discusses the trade war between the United States and China, with Robert Lawrence Kuhn, an advisor to Chinese leaders and corporations, providing insights on the situation from his perspective in Beijing. He explains that China views economic ties as essential for peace and prosperity, and while it recognizes the need to address issues through discussion rather than confrontation, it cannot appear weak or unresponsive. Additionally, he highlights the importance of economic growth and national rejuvenation in maintaining the legitimacy of the Chinese government and Communist Party. Kuhn also notes that China's response to the US tariffs is carefully calibrated, focusing on proportional retaliation with a $60 billion tariff rather than a dollar-for-dollar match.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_026868.txt
The document discusses trade relations between China and the US in the context of a potential trade war. Robert Lawrence Kuhn, a long-time advisor to China's leaders, is interviewed on CNN. He explains that while China needs to take a strong public stance against tariffs imposed by the US, behind the scenes there is a desire for a solution that avoids conflict and can be reached through dialogue. The interview emphasizes the importance of economic development and national pride in Chinese politics, as well as the potential impact of foreign powers on China's psyche.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_026759.txt
The Ritz-Carlton Club in St. Thomas has sustained damage from Hurricane Irma but appears to have stood up reasonably well compared to the rest of the island. President Donald Trump has authorized disaster relief for the Virgin Islands and plans to visit soon, according to Governor Kenneth Mapp. Many homes on the island, including those of some Ritz-Carlton employees, have been destroyed. Insurance adjusters are now assessing the damage, which seems to be more severe closer to the hotel buildings. About 40% of the residences at the club are currently usable, and electricity has been restored in some areas of downtown St. Thomas. The airport remains closed for commercial flights, and internet and cell service are still limited on the island.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_026648.txt
The document discusses Saudi Arabia's efforts to amend the JASTA law in order to prevent lawsuits by 9/11 victims who claim that the Gulf state had a role in financing and supporting the attacks. The country's foreign minister, Adel al-Jubeir, is leading these negotiations with US lawmakers after an extended trip to the United States. The JASTA law, which was passed by Congress and overrides President Obama's veto, allows attack survivors and relatives of victims to file lawsuits against foreign countries for acts of terrorism that kill Americans on US soil. The legislation has drawn concern from many countries due to its potential impact on sovereign immunity.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_026508.txt
The document discusses the topic of ranked choice voting and its impact on voter turnout and political representation. It mentions an article from Cato Unbound that argues that ranked choice voting may lead to lower turnout and more errors, but does not have a significant effect on ethnicity. The writer expresses skepticism about this claim and suggests that ranked choice voting could increase the diversity of candidates by allowing for the election of centrists who are closer to the median voter's preferences. However, the document also mentions an argument that ranked choice voting increases turnout, but only if voters are given the option to rank as many or as few candidates as they like. The writer concludes that this topic is a "big nothingburger" and not worth discussing in depth.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_026368.txt
The document is an email from Jeffrey E. to Bill Gates asking if he will be available the week of September 28th for General Assembly and Clinton Week in New York. The email emphasizes confidentiality, privilege, and potential insider information. Additionally, there are warnings about unauthorized use, disclosure or copying of the communication, and instructions on what to do if the recipient has received it in error.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_026344.txt
The email discusses a floor statement of Senator Barack Obama regarding the nomination of Alberto Gonzales for Attorney General from a Wikisource link. The sender expresses their amazement and mentions that the information is confidential and intended only for the addressee. They also caution against unauthorized use, disclosure or copying of the communication.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_026321.txt
The document is a series of emails discussing the topic of Ranked Choice Voting (RCV) and its potential effects on political outcomes. One person mentions that there are empirical studies showing RCV increases turnout, while another notes that extremists may run under RCV but centrists could defeat them. Another person discusses how RCV could have impacted the 2016 US presidential election, suggesting that Bernie Sanders could have run as an independent without risking a Trump victory if RCV had been used.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_025841.txt
In this email conversation between Kathy Ruemmler and Jeffrey E., they discuss the difficulty of making a decision about an apartment in New York that costs significantly more than their monthly salary. Kathy suggests waiting to make a decision until Sunday when she will have more information. The conversation also includes discussion about another person named Eric, who may be able to provide additional context for the decision.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_025834.txt
In a series of emails between Kathy Ruemmler and Jeffrey E. on September 19, 2014, they discuss the complexity of making decisions and the financial burden of renting an apartment in New York City. They also touch upon the topic of Jewish identity in politics. The emails reveal a back-and-forth conversation with both individuals sharing their thoughts and opinions on these matters.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_025827.txt
The document is a series of emails between Kathy Ruemmler and Jeffrey E. with various topics and key people such as the governor, Reid, and Eric. The conversation includes discussions about a rental apartment, data points, giving up an apartment in NY, feeling stupid, and multiple mentions of going through periods of self-reflection and despair.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_025820.txt
The document is an email conversation between Kathy Ruemmler and Jeffrey E. regarding the topic of giving up an apartment in New York due to high rent costs. The key people involved are Kathy Ruemmler and Jeffrey E., who provide advice and discuss their feelings on the matter. They mention that they will consider calling Eric for a data point before making a decision.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_025814.txt
In this exchange of emails between Kathy Ruemmler and Jeffrey E., Kathy expresses her hesitation about giving up her apartment in New York. Jeffrey suggests that she wait until Sunday to make a decision. The conversation also touches on topics such as the Jewish faith, politics, and public transportation.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_025812.txt
The email discusses the negative impact of recent press on an individual's reputation and efforts to improve it. The sender mentions that they were down to one negative source before a recent incident involving an ex-president caused further issues. They are working on improving rankings through social media updates, adding a site map to the website, and monitoring progress using Google analytics. The writer aims to reduce the number of negative sources by mid-September with a goal of having none by the end of the year unless new negative press emerges.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_025734.txt
The document is a transcript of an iMessage conversation between two individuals named Jee and another person whose identity is not revealed. The conversation takes place over several days from August 25 to September 3, 2018. The topic of the conversation appears to be related to political issues, specifically the situation in the White House under President Trump. The people involved express their opinions about the president's actions and character, with Jee suggesting that he is a smart individual but also has serious flaws. The other participant agrees with this assessment but believes that it's important for others to recognize the crisis at hand. The message IDs of some messages are mentioned in the document, such as 19748 and 556889478.