Leon Botstein, the president of Bard College, said, “Among the very rich is a higher percentage of unpleasant and not very attractive people.”
Tag: Philanthropy
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National Academies Members Demand Answers About Sacklers’ Donations
The Academies accepted millions of dollars from members of the Sackler family — including some who led Purdue Pharma, makers of OxyContin — even while advising federal officials on opioid policy.
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Nazi Cloud Hangs Over Christie’s Jewelry Sale
The gems in Christie’s huge sale next week come from the estate of a woman whose husband bought businesses from Jews pressured to sell because of Nazi persecution.
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The Group That Searches for Missing Ukrainian Children
Save Ukraine’s mission includes reuniting families victimized by Russia’s deportations in occupied areas.