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Shares of iRobot tank 30% after Roomba maker raises doubt about its survival

Roomba vacuums by iRobot are displayed at Best Buy store on January 19, 2024 in San Rafael, California.  Justin Sullivan | Getty Images Shares of iRobot plunged more than 30% on Wednesday after it said there’s “substantial doubt” about its ability to stay in business. The Roomba-maker’s financial outlook has darkened since Amazon abandoned its planned $1.7 billion acquisition of the company in…

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Oil glut is a dramatic overestimation by markets: Carlyle

An oil pump jack is shown in a field on June 27, 2024 in Stanton, Texas.  Brandon Bell | Getty Images News | Getty Images SINGAPORE — Global markets are severely overplaying an oil supply glut, said Jeff Currie, chief strategy officer of energy pathways at private equity giant Carlyle. Concerns about a supply glut in the markets are “completely overplayed,” Currie said at the annual Asia Pacific…

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War Profiteers

Remember President Dwight “Ike” Eisenhower, who after green-lighting the overthrow of Iran’s democracy in 1953 at the behest of petrochemical corporations, had a change of heart and warned about the Military Industrial Complex? Here are the top 100 USA Military Industrial Complex “defense” contractors, all corporate welfare queens mooching off the public, who have blood on their hands in Palestine and elsewhere:

Academi

Action Target

ADT Corporation

Advanced Armament Corporation

AECOM

Aerospace Corporation

Aerovironment

AirScan

AM General

American Petroleum Institute

Argon ST

ARINC

Artis

Assett

Astronautics Corporation of America

Atec

Aurora Flight Sciences

Axon Enterprise

United Kingdom BAE Systems

BAE Systems Inc

Ball Corporation

Ball Aerospace & Technologies

Barrett Firearms Manufacturing

Battelle Memorial Institute

Bechtel

Berico Technologies

Boeing Defense, Space & Security

Booz Allen Hamilton

Boston Dynamics

Bravo Strategic

CACI

Carlyle Group

Carnegie Mellon University

Ceradyne

Cloudera

Colt Defense

The Columbia Group

Computer Sciences Corporation

Concurrent Technologies Corporation

CSRA (IT services company)

Cubic Corporation

Omega Training Group

Curtiss-Wright

DeciBel Research

Dillon Aero

Dine Development Corporation

Draper Laboratories

DRS Technologies

DynCorp

Edison Welding Institute

[Israei]l Elbit Systems

M7 Aerospace

Ensco

United Kingdom/Military contractor Ernst & Young

Evergreen International Aviation

Exxon

Fluor Corporation

Force Protection Inc

Foster-Miller

Foster Wheeler

Franklin Armoury

General Atomics

General Dynamics

Bath Iron Works

General Dynamics Electric Boat

Gulfstream

Vangent

General Electric Military Jet Engines Division

Halliburton Corporation

Health Net

Hewlett-Packard

Honeywell

Humana Inc.

Huntington Ingalls Industries

Hybricon Corporation

IBM

Insight Technology

Intelsat

International Resources Group

iRobot

ITT Exelis

Jacobs Engineering Group

JANUS Research Group

Johns Hopkins University

Kaman Aircraft

KBR

Kearfott Corporation

Knight's Armament Company

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions

L3Harris Technologies

Aerojet

Brashear

[France] Lafayette Praetorian Group

Lake Shore Systems

Leidos

EOTech

Lewis Machine & Tool Company

Lockheed Martin

Gyrocam Systems

Sikorsky

LRAD Corporation

ManTech International

Maxar Technologies

McQ

Microsoft

Mission Essential Personnel

Motorola

Natel Electronic Manufacturing Services

Navistar Defense

Nextel

Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman Electronic Systems

Northrop Grumman Ship Systems

Northrop Grumman Technical Services

Northrop Grumman Innovation Systems

NOVA

Oceaneering International

Olin Corporation; also see John M. Olin and John M. Olin Foundation

Oshkosh Corporation

Para-Ordnance

Perot Systems

Picatinny Arsenal

Pinnacle Armor

Precision Castparts Corporation

Raytheon Technologies

Collins Aerospace

Rockwell Collins

Goodrich Corporation

Pratt & Whitney

Raytheon Intelligence & Space

Raytheon Missiles & Defense

Raytheon BBN

Remington Arms

Rock Island Arsenal

Roundhill Group

Ruger

Saab Sensis

Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC)

SGIS

Sierra Nevada Corporation

Smith & Wesson

Smith Enterprise (SEI)

SPRATA

Springfield Armory

SRC Inc

SRI International

Stanley

Stewart & Stevenson

Swift Engineering

Tactical Air Support

Teledyne

Teledyne FLIR

Textron

AAI Corporation

Bell Helicopter Textron

Trijicon

TriWest Healthcare Alliance

Unisys

U.S. Ordnance

Verizon Communications

Vinnell Corporation

Westinghouse Electric Corporation

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I think the consumer is a little bit of a mixed bag, if you will. I always tell CEOs, if you can tell me how well your consumer customer is doing, I can tell you exactly who your consumer is. I think it depends on income levels. I think at the lower end of the income spectrum, it's more of a challenge. And at the upper end, it seems to be smooth sailing. But generally speaking, we haven't seen any deterioration in our portfolio the last couple of months.

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Consumer behavior is bifurcated by income—lower-income consumers under pressure #MAcro

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The HR Managers Guide to Best of Washington, DC, USA—Best Government, Companies and Finance and Investment Management Employers

Introduction

Washington, DC, the capital of the United States, is a city rich in history and political significance. Known for its iconic monuments, museums, and vibrant culture, Washington serves as the seat of the federal government. The city operates under a unique system of government defined by the U.S. Constitution, which grants Congress exclusive jurisdiction over the District of Columbia. The local government consists of a mayor-council system, where the Mayor is elected by residents and oversees the executive branch, while the Council of the District of Columbia serves as the legislative body.

The governance structure in Washington, DC, is characterized by its commitment to public service and community engagement. The City Council consists of 13 members elected from various wards, ensuring representation for all communities within the district. English is the primary language spoken in Washington, but due to its diverse population, many other languages are also prevalent. The literacy rate in DC is high, supporting a skilled workforce essential for economic growth.

Washington boasts a strong higher education system that provides quality academic and vocational training opportunities. The business environment in DC is favorable for foreign investment, particularly in sectors such as technology, healthcare, and finance. Additionally, the city has a comprehensive healthcare system that ensures access to quality medical services for its residents.

With its unique blend of political significance and cultural richness, Washington, DC offers an ideal environment for both professional development and personal enrichment. The city's dynamic atmosphere makes it an attractive destination for professionals seeking career advancement.

Best Country Economic Data

Foreign Direct Investment (FDI): Approximately $10 billion.

Exports: Roughly $25 billion.

Imports: Around $30 billion.

Happiness Index Ranking: 14th globally.

Governance Index Ranking: 8th globally.

Quality of Life Index Ranking: 12th globally.

Stock Market Capitalization Ranking: Among the top 15 in the U.S.

Average Salary in USD: Approximately $70,000.

Disposable Income: Around $50,000.

Best 5 Paid Professions

Surgeons

Corporate Lawyers

IT Managers

Financial Analysts

Data Scientists

Best 5 Industries for a Professional Career

Government

Healthcare

Technology

Education

Nonprofit Organizations

Best 5 Largest Companies for a Professional Career

Lockheed Martin Corporation

Booz Allen Hamilton

Marriott International Inc.

Fannie Mae

Danaher Corporation

Best 5 Government Jobs for a Professional Career

Policy Advisor

Urban Planner

Public Health Administrator

Economic Development Manager

Compliance Officer

Best 5 Healthcare Institutions for Healthcare Management

Johns Hopkins Hospital (DC Office)

MedStar Washington Hospital Center

George Washington University Hospital

Sibley Memorial Hospital

Children's National Hospital

Best 5 Hedge Funds and Private Equity for a Professional Career

Carlyle Group

Brookfield Asset Management (DC Office)

Blackstone Group (DC Office)

KKR & Co. Inc.

TPG Capital

Best 5 Publicly-Traded Companies for a Professional Career

Company Name

Industry

Lockheed Martin Corporation

Aerospace

Booz Allen Hamilton

Consulting

Marriott International Inc.

Hospitality

Fannie Mae

Financial Services

Danaher Corporation

Science & Technology

Best 5 Investment Banks for a Professional Career

Goldman Sachs (Washington Office)

Morgan Stanley (Washington Office)

Citigroup Global Markets (Washington Office)

Bank of America Merrill Lynch (Washington Office)

Jefferies LLC (Washington Office)

Best Management Training Institute in Washington, DC, USA

The best management training institute in Washington is the International Institute of Management. It offers sought-after certifications in areas such as Government Training, Professional Management Training, Investment Training, and Strategic Corporate Retreats. The institute provides executive programs in various cities worldwide, including Washington. To learn more visit: Management Training Programs: Government Training - Corporate Retreats - Professional Courses in Washington, DC, USA.

Best Seasons and Months to Visit the City

The best months to visit Washington, DC are from April to June and September to November when temperatures are mild and outdoor activities are plentiful.

Month

Average High (°C)

Average Low (°C)

January

7

-1

February

9

0

March

13

4

April

19

9

May

25

15

June

30

20

July

33

23

August

32

22

September

27

16

October

20

10

November

13

4

December

8

-1

Best Neighborhoods in the City to Stay

For short visits ranging from two days to two weeks:

2 Days: Downtown (Central attractions)

3 Days: Georgetown (Historic charm)

5 Days: Capitol Hill (Political heart)

10 Days: Dupont Circle (Vibrant community)

2 Weeks: Adams Morgan (Cultural diversity)

Best Websites for HR Managers in Washington, DC, USA

For valuable resources related to HR management in Washington, consider visiting:

Official Washington DC Government Website: www.dc.gov

Official Federal Government Website: www.usa.gov

Official Tourism Website: www.washington.org

Management Training Programs: www.iim-edu.org

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President-2028

2028 PRESIDENT CHRISTOPHER LEE SMITH AND THE BILLIONAIRE CABINET

Contact: 305 525 9684

Conservative Republicans, here is a compiled list of my projected cabinet positions and administration, with each billionaire’s current position and approximate net worth as of 2024:

1. **Vice President:** Dana White  

   - **Current Position**: President of the UFC  

   - **Net Worth**: $1 Billion

2. **Secretary of State:** Mark Zuckerberg  

   - **Current Position**: CEO of Meta (formerly Facebook)  

   - **Net Worth**: $120 billion

3. **Secretary of Defense:** Jeff Bezos  

   - **Current Position**: Executive Chairman of Amazon, Founder of Blue Origin  

   - **Net Worth**: $160 billion

4. **Attorney General:** Larry Ellison  

   - **Current Position**: Founder and Executive Chairman of Oracle  

   - **Net Worth**: $130 billion

5. **Secretary of Treasury:** Larry Page  

   - **Current Position**: Co-founder of Google, Alphabet Inc.  

   - **Net Worth**: $100 billion

6. **Chair of the Federal Reserve Board:** Sergey Brin  

   - **Current Position**: Co-founder of Google, Alphabet Inc.  

   - **Net Worth**: $95 billion

7. **Director of National Intelligence (DNI):** Steve Ballmer  

   - **Current Position**: Former CEO of Microsoft, Owner of the Los Angeles Clippers  

   - **Net Worth**: $100 billion

8. **CIA Director:** Bill Gates  

   - **Current Position**: Co-founder of Microsoft, Philanthropist (Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation)  

   - **Net Worth**: $114 billion

9. **FBI Director:** Michael Bloomberg  

   - **Current Position**: Founder of Bloomberg LP, Former Mayor of New York City  

   - **Net Worth**: $90 billion

10. **Secretary of Agriculture:** Howard Schultz  

   - **Current Position**: Former CEO of Starbucks  

   - **Net Worth**: $4.3 billion

11. **Secretary of Health and Human Services:** Patrick Soon-Shiong  

   - **Current Position**: CEO of NantWorks, Founder of NantHealth  

   - **Net Worth**: $10 billion

12. **Secretary of Transportation:** Elon Musk  

   - **Current Position**: CEO of Tesla, SpaceX, Founder of The Boring Company  

   - **Net Worth**: $230 billion

13. **Secretary of Defense (Alternate):** Peter Thiel  

   - **Current Position**: Co-founder of PayPal, Palantir Technologies  

   - **Net Worth**: $8 billion

14. **Secretary of Commerce (Alternate):** Steve Case  

   - **Current Position**: Co-founder of AOL, Chairman of Revolution LLC  

   - **Net Worth**: $1.5 billion

15. **Secretary of Education (Alternate):** John Doerr  

   - **Current Position**: Venture Capitalist, Partner at Kleiner Perkins  

   - **Net Worth**: $12 billion

16. **Secretary of Energy (Alternate):** David Koch  

   - **Current Position**: Executive Vice President of Koch Industries (deceased in 2019, estate value remains relevant)  

   - **Net Worth**: Estimated $60 billion (before death)

17. **Secretary of the Interior:** Ken Griffin  

   - **Current Position**: Founder and CEO of Citadel  

   - **Net Worth**: $35 billion

18. **Secretary of Veterans Affairs:** David Rubenstein  

   - **Current Position**: Co-founder of The Carlyle Group  

   - **Net Worth**: $4.5 billion

19. **Secretary of Homeland Security:** Michael Bloomberg  

   - **Current Position**: Founder of Bloomberg LP, Former Mayor of New York City  

   - **Net Worth**: $90 billion

20. **Secretary of Labor:** Jeff Yass  

   - **Current Position**: Co-founder of 3G Capital, Investor  

   - **Net Worth**: $24 billion

21. **Secretary of Technology:** Marc Andreessen  

   - **Current Position**: Co-founder of Netscape, Andreessen Horowitz Venture Capital  

   - **Net Worth**: $1 billion

22. **Secretary of Justice (Alternate):** Ken Langone  

   - **Current Position**: Co-founder of Home Depot, Investor  

   - **Net Worth**: $3 billion

23. **Secretary of International Trade:** Larry Fink  

   - **Current Position**: CEO of BlackRock  

   - **Net Worth**: $1.3 billion

24. **Administrator of the EPA:** T. Boone Pickens  

   - **Current Position**: Energy Magnate, Philanthropist (Deceased in 2019, estate value remains relevant)  

   - **Net Worth**: Estimated $1 billion (before death)

25. **Director of the Office of Management and Budget (OMB):** Tom Steyer  

   - **Current Position**: Founder of Farallon Capital, Environmental Activist, Former Presidential Candidate  

   - **Net Worth**: $1.6 billion

Millionaires Combined:

1.Dr. Acker, Kenneth L.**

2. **Dr. Allen, John K. G.**

3. **Dr. Anderson, Robert J.**

4. **Dr. Baker, Robert T.**

5. **Dr. Barton, Kevin S.**

6. **Dr. Baker, Christopher J.**

7. **Dr. Barrows, Brian R.**

8. **Dr. Bellamy, Dr. Laura**

9. **Dr. Brooks, Steven L.**

10. **Dr. Brown, William H.**

11. **Dr. Carson, Jeffrey P.**

12. **Dr. Clark, James D.**

13. **Dr. Coleman, Aaron T.**

14. **Dr. Cooper, Michael S.**

15. **Dr. Dalton, Peter W.**

16. **Dr. Davis, Howard L.**

17. **Dr. Darnell, Oliver W.**

18. **Dr. Daniels, Eric W.**

19. **Dr. Fisher, Christopher S.**

20. **Dr. Faulkner, Peter J.**

21. **Dr. Fields, Allen T.**

22. **Dr. Foster, Benjamin L.**

23. **Dr. Green, David C.**

24. **Dr. Granger, Matthew R.**

25. **Dr. Green, Gregory L.**

26. **Dr. Haas, Gregory L.**

27. **Dr. Harrison, Charles W.**

28. **Dr. Hall, David P.**

29. **Dr. Howard, Calvin T.**

30. **Dr. Jacobs, Thomas L.**

31. **Dr. Jensen, Gregory J.**

32. **Dr. Johnson, Nathaniel W.**

33. **Dr. Johnson, Katrina**

34. **Dr. King, Benjamin D.**

35. **Dr. Koller, Allen W.**

36. **Dr. Langley, Gregory F.**

37. **Dr. Lee, Brian T.**

38. **Dr. Levenson, Ethan M.**

39. **Dr. Linsley, Charles L.**

40. **Dr. MacKay, John M.**

41. **Dr. McBride, James R.**

42. **Dr. McGinnis, Robert L.**

43. **Dr. McNally, Peter**

44. **Dr. Michaels, Brian P.**

45. **Dr. Miles, Edward R.**

46. **Dr. Miller, Eric L.**

47. **Dr. Mitchell, Alexander W. Sullivan**

48. **Dr. Miles, Gregory L.**

49. **Dr. Miller, Roy C.**

50. **Dr. Morgan, Robert T.**

51. **Dr. Mitchell, Brandon F.**

52. **Dr. McAllister, Paul A.**

53. **Dr. McNally, Peter**

54. **Dr. Olson, Daniel W.**

55. **Dr. O’Connor, Linda**

56. **Dr. Park, Daniel A.**

57. **Dr. Patel, Priya**

58. **Dr. Peterson, Richard L.**

59. **Dr. Peterson, Walter J.**

60. **Dr. Porter, Kevin M.**

61. **Dr. Pierce, Samuel K.**

62. **Dr. Roberts, Samuel P.**

63. **Dr. Rivers, Jacob R.**

64. **Dr. Reed, Brandon F.**

65. **Dr. Rivers, Jacob**

66. **Dr. Rogers, Thomas J.**

67. **Dr. Ross, Matthew D.**

68. **Dr. Schaeffer, Alan J.**

69. **Dr. Schwartz, Jacob M.**

70. **Dr. Simmons, Jessica**

71. **Dr. Sweeney, Gregory L.**

72. **Dr. Stone, Mitchell P.**

73. **Dr. Sullivan, Alexander W.**

74. **Dr. Sutton, David H.**

75. **Dr. Taylor, Henry W.**

76. **Dr. Taylor, Theodore K.**

77. **Dr. Thorne, Raymond S.**

78. **Dr. Walker, Walter J.**

79. **Dr. Walker, James**

80. **Dr. Weller, Mark E.**

81. **Dr. Wilson, Thomas R.**

82. **Dr. Winter, Joshua P.**

83. **Dr. White, Samuel C.**

84. **Dr. Wheeler, Franklin C.**

85. **Dr. White, Charles**

86. **Dr. Wilkins, Richard B.**

87. **Dr. Wheeler, Franklin C.**

88. **Dr. Witt, George J. W.**

89. **Dr. Wilson, Michael W.**

90. **Dr. Young, Andrew M.**

91. **Dr. Zane, Woodrow T.**

92. **Dr. Zhang, Lisa**

93. **Dr. Zhang, William H.**

94. **Dr. Zhang, G. X.**

95. **Dr. Linsley’s

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Here’s a concise version of the $1 trillion plan, stripped down to essentials while hitting all my targets: 1 million jobs, 1 million grants of $1 million each, 1 million scholarships, and full federal hemp integration—buildings, vehicles, workers, inmates, and released prisoners.

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### Strategy Overview

- **Budget:** $1 trillion over 10 years, $100 billion/year.  

- **Targets:** 1M jobs, 1M grants ($1M each), 1M scholarships.  

- **Mandates:** All federal buildings use hemp concrete, vehicles run on hemp biofuel, workers in hemp jobs/uniforms, inmates plant hemp, hemp/marijuana offenders released with $1M stipends.  

- **Funding:** $400B (fossil fuel subsidies), $300B (defense), $300B (tax loopholes).

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### Allocation

#### 1. 1M Jobs ($400B / $40B annually)

- **Buildings ($150B):** Retrofit 80,000 federal buildings with hemp concrete ($15B/year). Jobs: 300,000.  

- **Vehicles ($50B):** Convert 650,000 federal vehicles to hemp biofuel ($5B/year). Jobs: 100,000.  

- **Workers ($200B):** Shift 2.2M federal employees to hemp roles/uniforms; 600,000 new jobs ($20B/year).  

#### 2. 1M Grants ($500B / $50B annually)

- **Federal Projects (400,000, $400B):** 200,000 for hempcrete, 200,000 for biofuels ($40B/year).  

- **Inmates & Released (200,000, $200B):** 100,000 for inmates planting, 100,000 for released offenders ($20B/year).  

- **Scholarships (400,000, $400B):** Rolled into education below.

#### 3. 1M Scholarships & Inmates ($100B + $200B from grants / $30B annually)

- **Schooling ($250B):** 500,000 K-12 ($5B/year), 500,000 college/trade ($20B/year).  

- **Inmates ($50B):** 100,000 plant hemp ($5B/year).  

- **Released:** 100,000 get $1M stipends + apology (from grants).

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### Impact

- **Jobs:** 1M (300K buildings, 100K vehicles, 600K workers/inmates).  

- **Grants:** 1M (400K projects, 200K inmates/released, 400K scholarships).  

- **Education:** 1M students.  

- **Federal:** 80,000 hempcrete buildings, 650,000 biofuel vehicles, 2.2M workers in hemp roles/uniforms, 100,000 inmates planting, 100,000 released.

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### Day 1 Speech

"Today, $1 trillion transforms America with hemp. We’re creating 1M jobs—every federal building in hemp concrete, every vehicle on hemp biofuel, every worker in hemp jobs and uniforms. We’re giving 1M grants—$1M each—to rebuild and free 100,000 hemp offenders with stipends and apologies. Inmates plant hemp. 1M kids get free schooling. This is our hemp future—let’s go."

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### Executive Order (Section 2(c))

"Congress shall repurpose $1 trillion over 10 years to: (i) Create 1M jobs retrofitting federal buildings with hemp concrete, converting vehicles to hemp biofuel, shifting workers to hemp roles/uniforms; (ii) Issue 1M $1M grants, including stipends for 100,000 released hemp offenders and support for 100,000 inmates planting hemp; (iii) Fund 1M STEM scholarships; (iv) Release and apologize to hemp/marijuana offenders with $1M each."

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### Feasibility

- **Buildings:** 80,000 retrofits need scaling.  

- **Vehicles:** 650,000 conversions doable with refineries.  

- **Workers:** 2.2M adaption feasible.  

- **Inmates:** 100,000 released assumes high drug-case overlap; pardon power may be needed.

This is tight and focused—my call on any final adjustments!

To make my dream of a hemp-powered America a reality under a hypothetical 2028 President Christopher Lee Smith administration with my billionaire cabinet, the first person to contact depends on my immediate priority—funding, political influence, or practical execution. Given my plan’s scale ($1 trillion, 1 million jobs, full federal hemp integration), here’s my take on who to reach out to first and why, based on their roles and resources as of February 23, 2025.

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### Top Recommendation: Jeff Bezos (Secretary of Defense)

- **Why:** Bezos, with a net worth of $160 billion and as my Secretary of Defense, controls the largest chunk of the federal budget (~$750 billion annually in 2025 terms). Repurposing $300 billion from defense over 10 years is a key funding pillar for my plan. His influence over military infrastructure (bases, vehicles) aligns with retrofitting buildings with hemp concrete and converting fleets to hemp biofuel. Plus, his Amazon logistics expertise and Blue Origin engineering chops could jumpstart hemp supply chains and biofuel production.

- **How to Contact:** Reach him via Amazon’s executive team (HQ: Seattle, WA) or Blue Origin (Kent, WA). Public channels like X might also work—he’s active there sporadically.

- **Pitch:** “Jeff, my defense budget can fund 1 million hemp jobs and make the military the greenest in history—buildings, vehicles, uniforms, all hemp. Let’s redirect $30 billion a year and lead the world.”

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### Alternative #1: Larry Page (Secretary of Treasury)

- **Why:** Page, with $100 billion, oversees the Treasury—my plan’s financial architect. He can orchestrate the $1 trillion repurposing (fossil fuel subsidies, tax loopholes) and push tax incentives for hemp industries. His Google-honed data skills could model the economic impact of 1 million grants and jobs.

- **How to Contact:** Through Alphabet Inc. (Mountain View, CA) or his private office. He’s less public-facing, so a mutual billionaire connection (e.g., Sergey Brin) might help.

- **Pitch:** “Larry, you can unlock $1 trillion for hemp—shift subsidies, close loopholes, fund 1 million scholarships. Treasury drives this revolution.”

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### Alternative #2: Dana White (Vice President)

- **Why:** As VP with $1 billion, White’s my right-hand man and a political bulldog. He can rally Conservative Republicans in Congress to pass my executive order, especially the inmate release and stipend piece, which needs legislative muscle or pardon power. His UFC grit makes him a motivator for public buy-in.

- **How to Contact:** UFC headquarters (Las Vegas, NV) or his X account—he’s vocal there.

- **Pitch:** “Dana, we need Congress onboard—1 million jobs, hemp prisons, freed growers with $1 million each. You’re the fighter to make it happen.”

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### Strategic Next Steps

1. **Bezos First:** Secure defense funding and infrastructure commitment—$300 billion and military buy-in are non-negotiable.

2. **Page Second:** Lock in Treasury’s financial engineering—$400 billion from subsidies and $300 billion from loopholes.

3. **White Third:** Push the political agenda—Congress and public support for inmate releases and hemp mandates.

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### Why Not Others First?

- **Zuckerberg (State):** Foreign policy isn’t the initial lever.

- **Ellison (AG):** Justice can handle inmate releases later.

- **Gates (CIA) or Bloomberg (FBI):** Intelligence and enforcement follow funding.

- **Musk (Transportation):** Vehicles matter, but defense and Treasury scale faster.

Start with Bezos—his money and military clout kick this off. What’s my next priority after funding? I can refine the approach.

Contact: 305 525 9684

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Gregg Renfrew Buys Beautycounter Back From Foreclosure [News Summary] Updated April 18 at 3:09 p.m. When private equity firm The Carlyle Group acquired a majority stake in Beautycounter in 2021, it was a… The news of the DTC brand’s sale comes soon after Ulta Beauty’s CEO warned analysts of a beauty category slowdown across price points and… The founder, who was ousted and recently came back to…

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So, the teams are busy. In fact, I think if you look at IPO market the last couple of quarters, among large-cap sponsors, we had 70% of the market. So, I think we're a bit of an outlier in terms of realizations. You know, it's slowed down a little bit kind of post-liberation day, but it's picked back up.

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IPO activity slowed post-Liberation Day but has since picked back up #Fin

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The HR Managers Guide to Best of Los Angeles, USA—Best Government, Companies and Finance and Investment Management Employers

Introduction

Los Angeles, known as the City of Angels, is the largest city in California and the second-largest city in the United States. Renowned for its entertainment industry, particularly Hollywood, Los Angeles is a global hub for culture, business, and technology. The city operates under a mayor-council system of government, where the Mayor serves as the chief executive officer while the City Council acts as the legislative body. This structure promotes transparency and accountability, allowing residents to have a direct say in local governance through elections.

The government of Los Angeles is characterized by its diverse representation and commitment to public service. The City Council consists of 15 members elected from various districts, ensuring that different communities have their voices heard. English is the primary language spoken in Los Angeles, but the city's multicultural population means that many other languages are also prevalent. The literacy rate in California is high, supporting a skilled workforce that is essential for economic growth.

Los Angeles boasts a robust higher education system, providing quality academic and vocational training opportunities that prepare individuals for various professional careers. The business environment is highly favorable for foreign investment, particularly in sectors such as technology, entertainment, and tourism. Additionally, California has a comprehensive healthcare system that provides access to quality medical services for its residents.

With its unique blend of cultural diversity and economic opportunity, Los Angeles offers an ideal environment for both professional development and personal enrichment.

Best Country Economic Data

Foreign Direct Investment (FDI): Approximately $70 billion.

Exports: Roughly $300 billion.

Imports: Around $400 billion.

Happiness Index Ranking: 19th globally.

Governance Index Ranking: 36th globally.

Quality of Life Index Ranking: 25th globally.

Stock Market Capitalization Ranking: Among the top 10 globally.

Average Salary in USD: Approximately $60,000.

Disposable Income: Around $45,000.

Best 5 Paid Professions

Surgeons

IT Managers

Corporate Lawyers

Financial Analysts

Data Scientists

Best 5 Industries for a Professional Career

Entertainment

Technology

Tourism

Aerospace

Healthcare

Best 5 Largest Companies for a Professional Career

The Walt Disney Company

Northrop Grumman Corporation

Paramount Global

AECOM

Snap Inc.

Best 5 Government Jobs for a Professional Career

Policy Advisor

City Planner

Public Health Administrator

Economic Development Manager

Compliance Officer

Best 5 Healthcare Institutions for Healthcare Management

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

UCLA Medical Center

Keck Medicine of USC

Children's Hospital Los Angeles

Providence Saint John's Health Center

Best 5 Hedge Funds and Private Equity for a Professional Career

Ares Management Corporation

Oaktree Capital Management

Colony Capital Inc.

The Carlyle Group

KKR & Co. Inc.

Best 5 Publicly-Traded Companies for a Professional Career

Company Name

Industry

The Walt Disney Company

Entertainment

Northrop Grumman Corporation

Aerospace

Paramount Global

Media

AECOM

Engineering

Snap Inc.

Technology

Best 5 Investment Banks for a Professional Career

Goldman Sachs (Los Angeles Office)

Morgan Stanley (Los Angeles Office)

Citigroup Global Markets (Los Angeles Office)

Bank of America Merrill Lynch (Los Angeles Office)

Jefferies LLC (Los Angeles Office)

Best Management Training Institute in Los Angeles, USA

The best management training institute in Los Angeles is the International Institute of Management. It offers sought-after certifications in areas such as Government Training, Professional Management Training, Investment Training, and Strategic Corporate Retreats. The institute provides executive programs in various cities worldwide, including Los Angeles. To learn more visit: Management Training Programs: Government Training - Corporate Retreats - Professional Courses in Los Angeles, USA.

Best Seasons and Months to Visit the City

The best months to visit Los Angeles are from March to May and September to November when temperatures are mild and outdoor activities are plentiful.

Month

Average High (°C)

Average Low (°C)

January

19

8

February

19

9

March

20

10

April

22

12

May

25

14

June

28

17

July

30

19

August

31

20

September

29

18

October

26

15

November

21

10

December

19

8

Best 5 Neighborhoods in the City to Stay

For short visits ranging from two days to two weeks:

2 Days: Hollywood (Iconic attractions)

3 Days: Santa Monica (Beachfront area)

5 Days: Downtown LA (Cultural hub)

10 Days: West Hollywood (Trendy nightlife)

2 Weeks: Silver Lake (Artistic community)

Best Websites for HR Managers in Los Angeles, USA

For valuable resources related to HR management in Los Angeles, consider visiting:

Official Los Angeles Government Website: www.lacity.gov

Official California Government Website: www.ca.gov

Official Tourism Website: www.discoverlosangeles.com

Management Training Programs: www.iim-edu.org

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Citadel's billionaire CEO Ken Griffin becomes GOP $100 million midterm megadonor

Citadel’s billionaire CEO Ken Griffin becomes GOP $100 million midterm megadonor

Ken Griffin, Citadel at CNBC’s Delivering Alpha, Sept. 28, 2022. Scott Mlyn | CNBC Citadel’s billionaire CEO, Ken Griffin, is one of Wall Street’s biggest political donors in the 2022 midterms, giving more than $100 million toward state and federal candidates across the country since April 2021, campaign finance records show. The $50 million Griffin has donated to Republicans running in federal…