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...backing for FEMA’s national response teams, which constitute its primary line of offense in the event of emergency, has all but evaporated. What’s more, the department has excised the preparedness component of FEMA in order to divert the majority of its funds to counter-terrorism measures. Without the ability to plan effectively, FEMA’s response to natural disasters can be nothing but truncated and uncoordinated. The de-prioritization of FEMA’s mission has severely weakened the organization’s morale, and top disaster specialists, senior leaders, and experienced personnel...
...letter of reply was polite but acknowledged only what is favorable about my leaving,” Matory said of the counter-offer from Dean of the Faculty Michael D. Smith...
...also said he wants to counter the negativity typically associated with posing nude. Those who wish to publicly display their bodies should not be judged for their choice, he said...
Several principles can be employed to squelch false rumors - true rumors should be confirmed, by the way - or limit their impact. First, respond quickly to the rumor; it becomes more difficult to counter after repeated circulation and wide dissemination. Second, it is generally best to respond to the rumor rather than use a "no comment" policy; "no comment" tends to increase uncertainty, further fueling the rumor. Third, diminish uncertainty by using a clear, point-by-point refutation with solid evidence. Fourth, the refutation should also come from a trusted, neutral, third-party source. Fifth, it is best to give context...
...advantage in the first quarter. Even though Harvard pulled to within a goal at numerous points during the game, untimely turnovers and a 12-5 ejection margin against the Crimson doomed the squad to its first loss. “We need to tighten up, particularly on counter-attack defense,” Connolly said in reference to the team’s sloppy play. HARVARD 18, WASHINGTON & JEFFERSON 7 The Crimson looked at home in the pool in its opening game, dispatching the Presidents with a flurry of offense. Tune netted seven goals to lead all scorers, but Harvard...