""Nothing that President Botstein did in connection with his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein was illegal, but President Botstein made decisions in the course of that relationship that reflect on his leadership of Bard.""
""A quick internet search would have revealed not only the nature of Epstein's past crimes but also his lifelong status as a registered Level Three Sex Offender who a court had found presented a high risk of re-offending.""
""President Botstein forcefully argues that Bard's need for funds was paramount. His view was, 'I would take money from Satan if it permitted me to...""
Leon Botstein, president of Bard College since 1975, announced his retirement effective June following an investigation into his ties with Jeffrey Epstein. The investigation revealed that Botstein minimized his relationship with Epstein, despite knowing about Epstein's criminal history. Although no illegal actions were found, the investigation criticized Botstein's leadership decisions regarding Epstein as a potential donor. He disregarded warnings from faculty and maintained that financial needs justified engaging with Epstein, reflecting a controversial stance on ethics and fundraising.
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