DIANE RAVITCH VS MONICA THE A. I. THE REWRITE CHALLENGE

 

DIANE RAVITCH VS MONICA THE A. I.

THE REWRITE CHALLENGE

Monica AI had some fun rewriting Diane Ravitch's blog post titled "Texas: Why Is Governor Abbott Pitching Vouchers Only at Private Christian Schools?" in three different voices. As technology continues to advance, the line between human and artificial intelligence becomes increasingly blurred. One area where this is particularly evident is in the realm of writing, where AI assistants like Monica are able to mimic different writing styles and voices. In this blog post, we'll explore how Monica's writing compares to that of renowned education historian Diane Ravitch, in a rewrite challenge that puts Monica's skills to the test.

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Diane Ravitch's blog post: https://dianeravitch.net/2023/04/26/texas-why-is-governor-abbott-pitching-vouchers-only-at-private-christian-schools/ via @dianeravitch

Texas: Why Is Governor Abbott Pitching Vouchers Only at Private Christian Schools?

The Texas Monthly asks the question: Why is Governor Greg Abbott pitching vouchers only at private Christian schools? Could it be that he knows that vouchers are a subsidy for the tuition the family is already paying? If tuition is $12,500 per child, a voucher of $8,000 is a nice chunk of change. Maybe he knows that in other states, 75-80% of vouchers are used by students already enrolled in private schools. He knows this is a reward to his evangelical base. He doesn’t give a hoot about the 5.4 students in public schools, most of whom are not white. He cares a lot about the 300,000 kids in private schools. He criticizes public schools for “indoctrinating” students. What does he think happens in religious schools? It is spelled I-N-D-O-C-T-R-I-N-A-T-I-O-N.

Who would school vouchers really benefit?

Governor Greg Abbott is helping to answer that question, not so much through his rhetoric, which is relentlessly on-message (“educational freedom,” “parental rights,” “school choice”) as through his actions. Over the last few months, the governor has been taking his case for school vouchers on the road, traveling around the state to talk up the benefits of education savings accounts, the wonky name for a program that would offer taxpayer dollars to parents who enroll their kids in private schools.

But it’s impossible not to notice that Abbott has only visited expensive private Christian institutions—all Protestant—in front of friendly audiences of parents who have opted out of public education. Of the seven schools the governor has visited on his “Parent Empowerment Tour,” not a single one has been a public school or a secular private school or a religious school affiliated with Catholicism, Islam, or Judaism. Not even a Montessori. If the goal was to reassure critics that Abbott’s embrace of vouchers wasn’t a recipe for draining the public school system while subsidizing the children of wealthy Christian conservatives in private schools of their choice, well, none of those critics were around to hear it. The governor was quite literally preaching to the choir.

A recent appearance, at Brazos Christian School in Bryan, is representative. Brazos Christian is a private school serving kids from prekindergarten through high school, whose mission is “training, equipping, and educating students to impact the world for Jesus.” Tuition costs more than $12,500 a year for high-school students. Applicants for seventh through twelfth grade at Brazos Christian “must evidence a relationship with Jesus Christ” and provide a reference from a pastor to have a shot at acceptance. When Abbott showed up in early March, he spoke at a dais emblazoned with a sign reading “Parents Matter,” the kind of focus-group-tested slogan beloved by politicians and marketers. Hovering behind the governor’s head was the school’s cross-centric emblem.

Imagine your tax dollars supporting a school that will not accept your child because he or she does not have a “relationship with Jesus Christ.”

Makeover by Monica AI

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To rewrite a statement in different voices, you can adjust the tone, formality, and language style to fit the intended audience. Here's how you can do it with Monica:

Formal voice: For a formal tone, use professional language and avoid contractions. To write in a formal voice, Monica can use phrases like "prominent education historian and author" and "questions the motives behind."

Informal voice: For a more casual tone, use contractions and conversational language. To write in an informal voice, Monica can use phrases like "Hey, did you hear about" and "She's asking why."

Conversational voice: For a friendly and approachable tone, use everyday language and a conversational style. To write in a conversational voice, Monica can use phrases like "So, Diane Ravitch wrote this blog post called" and "She's basically wondering why."

By adjusting the language style, Monica can rewrite the statement in different voices to suit the intended audience or purpose.

Voice 1:

The Texas Monthly recently raised the question of why Governor Greg Abbott is pitching vouchers only at private Christian schools. The article suggests that Abbott may be aware that vouchers are essentially a subsidy for the tuition that families are already paying. In other states, the majority of vouchers are used by students who are already enrolled in private schools. Abbott is catering to his evangelical base and doesn't seem to care about the public school students, most of whom are not white. The article suggests that Abbott's criticisms of public schools for "indoctrinating" students are hypocritical since religious schools also indoctrinate students.

Voice 2:

A recent article in The Texas Monthly examines the actions of Governor Greg Abbott regarding school vouchers. The governor has been traveling around the state to promote education savings accounts, which would provide taxpayer dollars to parents who enroll their children in private schools. However, Abbott has only visited expensive private Christian institutions, all of which are Protestant. None of the schools he has visited have been public schools or secular private schools, or religious schools affiliated with Catholicism, Islam, or Judaism. Critics are concerned that Abbott's embrace of vouchers will drain the public school system while subsidizing the children of wealthy Christian conservatives in private schools of their choice.

Voice 3:

An article in The Texas Monthly questions Governor Greg Abbott's motives for promoting vouchers only at private Christian schools. The article suggests that vouchers are essentially a subsidy for the tuition that families are already paying, and in other states, the majority of vouchers are used by students who are already enrolled in private schools. Abbott seems to be catering to his evangelical base and doesn't seem to care about public school students, most of whom are not white. The article also points out that Abbott's criticisms of public schools for "indoctrinating" students are hypocritical since religious schools also indoctrinate students.

This article was generated by Monica A.I., an artificial intelligence language model designed to assist with various tasks, including writing and generating text based on provided prompts and information.

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The Promise (and Pitfalls) of AI for Education and the Teacher

 

The Promise (and Pitfalls) of AI for Education and the Teacher

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has the potential to revolutionize education by providing new ways of teaching and learning. AI can help develop personalized learning, prepare students for tests, address vernacular needs, solve doubts, and use interactive gamification. However, there are both promises and pitfalls to using AI in educational settings from a teacher's perspective.

One of the promises of AI in education is that it can help teachers provide personalized learning experiences for their students. With AI, teachers can provide students with individualized instruction based on their learning style and pace. This can help students learn more effectively and efficiently. Additionally, AI can provide teachers with real-time feedback on student performance, allowing them to adjust their teaching methods to better meet the needs of their students.

AI can also be used to prepare students for tests. With adaptive test prep, AI can ramp up the challenge for students as they progress through their studies. This can help students prepare for high-stakes exams, such as college entrance exams or professional certification exams. Additionally, AI can grade assignments and tests, freeing up time for teachers to focus on other aspects of their job.

Another promise of AI in education is that it can address vernacular needs. With real-time translation, AI can make educational content more accessible to students who speak different languages. This can democratize education and reduce the cost of content production. Additionally, AI can help solve doubts by reading problem statements and suggesting possible solutions to learners.

However, there are also several pitfalls to using AI in education from a teacher's perspective. One of the main concerns is that AI may replace teachers altogether. While AI can provide personalized learning and grading activities, it cannot replace the human connection that teachers provide. Teachers are not only responsible for teaching academic subjects but also for fostering social and emotional development in their students. The role of teachers in education is much more than just delivering content.

Another concern is that AI may reinforce existing biases in education. If AI is programmed with biased data or algorithms, it may perpetuate existing inequalities in education. For example, if an AI system is trained on data that is biased against certain groups of students, it may discriminate against those students when providing personalized learning or grading activities.

Finally, there is a concern that AI may be used to monitor and control students in ways that are detrimental to their development. For example, AI systems may be used to monitor student behavior or emotions, leading to a lack of privacy and autonomy for students. Additionally, AI systems may be used to track student performance and make decisions about their academic future without input from teachers or parents.

In conclusion, AI has the potential to revolutionize education by providing new ways of teaching and learning. However, there are both promises and pitfalls to using AI in educational settings from a teacher's perspective. While AI can provide personalized learning and grading activities, it cannot replace the human connection that teachers provide. Additionally, there are concerns about bias and the potential for monitoring and control of students. As AI continues to develop in education, it will be important for teachers to consider both the promises and pitfalls of this technology and work to ensure that it is used in ways that benefit students and support their development.

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The New American Privateers: Privatization for Profit

The New American Privateers: Privatization for Profit

During the early days of the United States, privateers were commissioned by the government to attack and rob enemy vessels. Privateers were a part of naval warfare in some nations from the 16th to the 19th century. The cost of commissioning privateers was borne by corporate investors who hoped to gain a significant profit from prize money earned. Privateering was a way of mobilizing armed ships and sailors without spending public money or commissioning naval officers. The investors' bottom line was profit, not patriotism. Many privateers were just plain pirates with a letter of marque issued to their corporate owner by the government.

Today, the New American Privateers do not raid ships, talk or dress like pirates, yet they function much like the privateers of old. They are commissioned by their corporate masters to capture or destroy public institutions, a process called privatization. In simple terms, privatization is putting public services in private hands to be regulated by the free market. The New American Privateers are targeting every area of public services, from public safety to education, parks, and public buildings.

An example of how privatization works is crystallized in this headline: “Firefighters in rural Tennessee let a home burn to the ground last week because the homeowner hadn't paid a $75 fee”. Privateers deny the common good and say that you should be charged a user fee for such public services. Privateers say this is necessary to keep taxes low. But add up the “user fees” and your taxes, and you find out that you are paying a lot more.

Privateers say: “if you can’t pay your fee: your house burns down”. In Public Education, the privateer’s broadside has been “the failing schools” and “bad teachers”. The Privateers are ruled by corporate leaders, “venture” philanthropists whose goal is to capture or destroy public education and teachers unions and apply the free-market system that is working so well in firefighting.

In 1856, when the Declaration of Paris stated that "Privateering is and remains abolished," the United States refused to sign the international accord. The New American Privateers are here today, privatizing America for profit for their corporate masters. The question is, who will stop them?

The rise of privatization has led to concerns about its impact on public welfare. Critics argue that privatization leads to a loss of democratic control over public services and results in increased inequality. Privatization may also lead to higher costs for consumers and reduced accountability for service providers.

The debate over privatization is ongoing, and it remains to be seen whether the New American Privateers will continue to gain ground in their quest for profit. However, it is clear that privatization has significant implications for the future of public services in America. It is up to policymakers and citizens alike to determine whether privatization is a viable solution or a threat to the common good.

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Building Strong Communities with Community Schools

Building Strong Communities with Community Schools

Community schools are an innovative approach to education that can help build stronger, more connected communities. By providing a wide range of services and programs that meet the needs of students, families, and the community as a whole, community schools can become a hub of activity and a focal point for community engagement.

Here are some steps you can take to build a strong community with community schools:

1. Identify Community Needs

The first step in building a community school is to identify the needs of the community. This can be done through surveys, community meetings, and other forms of outreach. By understanding what services and programs are most needed, you can tailor your approach to meet those needs.

2. Develop Partnerships

Community schools rely on partnerships with local organizations, businesses, and government agencies to provide a wide range of services and programs. Develop partnerships with organizations that can provide resources such as health care, after-school programs, and job training.

3. Engage Families

Engaging families is an important part of building a strong community school. Encourage parents to get involved in their children's education and offer resources such as parenting classes and family events.

4. Provide Comprehensive Services

Community schools offer a wide range of services that go beyond traditional education. These may include health care, mental health services, after-school programs, and job training. By providing comprehensive services, community schools can meet the needs of the whole community.

5. Foster Community Engagement

Community schools should be a hub of activity for the community. Offer events such as cultural festivals, art exhibits, and community meetings to foster engagement and build connections.

By following these steps, you can help build a strong, connected community with community schools at its center.

Community schools have become increasingly popular in recent years as a way to enhance the education system and provide students with a more well-rounded learning experience. These schools are designed to be a hub for the community, providing not only education but also a wide range of services and resources that benefit the entire community. In this essay, I will discuss the benefits of community schools and why they are a valuable addition to any community.

One of the main advantages of community schools is that they offer a more holistic approach to education. Rather than focusing solely on academic achievement, community schools place an emphasis on the development of the whole child. This means that in addition to traditional academic subjects, students are also exposed to a variety of extracurricular activities, such as sports, music, and art. By providing a well-rounded education, community schools help students develop a range of skills and interests that will serve them well throughout their lives.

Another benefit of community schools is that they provide a wide range of services and resources that benefit the entire community. These schools often serve as community centers, offering resources such as health clinics, job training programs, and adult education classes. By providing these resources to the community, community schools help to improve the overall quality of life for everyone in the area.

Community schools are also beneficial because they foster a sense of community and belonging. By bringing together students, parents, teachers, and community members, these schools create a supportive environment where everyone feels valued and included. This sense of belonging can have a positive impact on students' academic performance, as well as their overall well-being.

In conclusion, community schools are a valuable addition to any community. By offering a holistic approach to education, providing a wide range of services and resources, and fostering a sense of community and belonging, these schools help to improve the overall quality of life for everyone in the area. If you are looking for a school that will provide your child with an exceptional education and also benefit your entire community, then a community school may be the perfect choice for you.

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THE EFFECTS OF THE CITIZENS UNITED ON THE PRIVATIZATION OF EDUCATION

 

THE EFFECTS OF THE CITIZENS UNITED ON THE PRIVATIZATION OF EDUCATION

The Citizens United Supreme Court decision, which was handed down in 2010, has been widely criticized for its negative impact on American democracy. In essence, the decision allowed corporations and other organizations to spend unlimited amounts of money on political campaigns, effectively giving them a louder voice in the political process than individual citizens.

Many people believe that this decision has led to a situation in which politicians are beholden to their wealthy donors rather than to the people they were elected to serve. This has led to a great deal of cynicism and disillusionment among voters, who feel that their voices are not being heard in the political process.

Furthermore, the Citizens United decision has made it easier for special interest groups to influence elections and shape public policy in their favor. This has led to a situation in which powerful corporations and interest groups can effectively buy influence and shape the political landscape to suit their own interests, often at the expense of the broader public good.

The impact of the Citizens United decision has extended beyond just politics and has had a significant impact on the privatization of public education in the United States. The decision allowed for the creation of Super PACs, which are political action committees that can raise and spend unlimited amounts of money on political campaigns.

In the context of education, this has meant that wealthy individuals and corporations can use Super PACs to influence the political process and shape education policy in their favor. For example, wealthy donors can use Super PACs to support candidates who are in favor of school privatization, which involves the transfer of public funds to private schools or the creation of charter schools.

This has led to a situation in which private interests are able to exert significant influence over public education policy, often at the expense of students and their families. Critics argue that this has resulted in a two-tiered education system, in which wealthy students attend well-funded private schools while low-income students are left with underfunded public schools.

The impact of privatization on the quality of education in the United States is a topic of debate among educators, policymakers, and the public. Proponents of privatization argue that competition between schools and the introduction of market forces can improve the quality of education. However, critics argue that privatization can lead to increased inequality, decreased accountability, and reduced funding for public schools.

Research has shown mixed results on the impact of privatization on the quality of education. Some studies suggest that charter schools, which are publicly funded but privately operated, perform no better or worse than traditional public schools. Other studies suggest that charter schools can lead to improved student outcomes in certain contexts.

However, critics argue that the growth of charter schools and other forms of privatization can have negative effects on public schools. For example, as more students leave traditional public schools for charter schools, public schools may be left with a higher concentration of disadvantaged students and fewer resources to support them.

Allowing corporations to have a greater role in education policy making can have several potential consequences. One of the main concerns is that it could lead to the privatization of education, where corporations would have more control over schools and education systems. This could result in a focus on profit rather than the quality of education, leading to a decline in educational standards. Additionally, it could exacerbate existing inequalities, as corporations may be more likely to invest in schools in affluent areas, leaving schools in low-income areas struggling for resources. There is also the risk that corporate interests may not align with the best interests of students, teachers, and communities. Overall, allowing corporations to have a greater role in education policy making could have significant negative consequences for the education system and the students it serves.

The role of teachers and public school systems has been affected by privatization efforts in several ways. One of the main effects is the shift towards a market-based approach to education, where schools are run more like businesses and are expected to compete with one another for students and funding.

As a result, teachers may be under more pressure to meet performance targets and improve student outcomes, often at the expense of other important aspects of education such as creativity and critical thinking. Additionally, public school systems may face funding cuts or be forced to close down if they are unable to compete with private schools.

Moreover, privatization efforts have led to an increase in the number of charter schools, which are publicly funded but privately run. This has created a more fragmented education system, with multiple providers operating independently of one another. While some argue that this competition can lead to innovation and better outcomes for students, others worry that it can lead to greater inequality and a lack of accountability.

Overall, the impact of Citizens United on American democracy has been significant and far-reaching, extending beyond just politics into areas such as education policy making. The debate over privatization continues to be contentious and complex, with both positive and negative outcomes depending on the specific context and implementation. However, it is clear that allowing private interests to exert significant influence over public policy making

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Is Trump leading a cult?

 Is Trump leading a cult?

IS MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN A CULT

The phrase "Make America Great Again" (MAGA) was popularized by former U.S. President Donald Trump during his 2016 campaign. The movement that developed around the phrase has been described by some as a populist movement, which aims to return America to a perceived golden age of the past.

Whether MAGA is a cult or not is a matter of interpretation and perspective. Some people might view it as a legitimate political movement, while others might see it as having some cult-like features, such as an unquestioning loyalty to a charismatic leader, a sense of exclusivity or "us vs. them" mentality, and a willingness to overlook or downplay negative information about the leader or movement.

Ultimately, whether or not MAGA is a cult is a matter of debate and interpretation, and it's up to each individual to decide for themselves.

WHAT IS A CULT?

• They believe they are always victims and are treated unfairly.
• They consider their victims to be aggressors, and their opponents to be evil.
• In their mind they are never wrong and never apologize; they will only rectify what they said if it will earn them power.
• They consider themselves above the law.
• They manipulate the hearts and minds of their enablers and create a group of unconditional fans or codependents.
• They lie and believe their lies; whoever contradicts the lies will pay the consequences.
• They lead their loyal and strong followers to commit crimes or unethical acts; they will not get their hands dirty publicly.
• They produce codependents who will not question them or their character, since to do so would be a sign of weakness.
• They are jealous if they are not at the top of the game, and until they convince themselves and others that they are at the top.
• They are incapable of experiencing true empathy, and those at the bottom are in their mind losers; a win-win scenario is out of the picture.

MAGA CULT

NOBODY IS ABOVE THE LAW - TRUMP INDICTMENT FULL TEXT: READ THE COURT DOCUMENT HERE

 

TRUMP INDICTMENT FULL TEXT:

READ THE COURT DOCUMENT HERE

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NEW YORK THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK -against DONALD J. TRUMP, Defendant.

THE GRAND JURY OF THE COUNTY OF NEW YORK, by this indictment, accuses the defendant of the crime of FALSIFYING BUSINESS RECORDS IN THE FIRST DEGREE, in violation of Penal Law §175.10, committed as follows: The defendant, in the County of New York and elsewhere, on or about February 14, 2017, with intent to defraud and intent to commit another crime and aid and conceal the commission thereof, made and caused a false entry in the business records of an enterprise, to wit, an invoice from Michael Cohen dated February 14, 2017, marked as a record of the Donald J. Trump Revocable Trust, and kept and maintained by the Trump Organization.

SECOND COUNT: AND THE GRAND JURY AFORESAID, by this indictment, further accuses the defendant of the crime of FALSIFYING BUSINESS RECORDS IN THE FIRST DEGREE, in violation of Penal Law §175.10, committed as follows: The defendant, in the County of New York and elsewhere, on or about February 14, 2017, with intent to defraud and intent to commit another crime and aid and conceal the commission thereof, made and caused a false entry in the business records of an enterprise, to wit, an entry in the Detail General Ledger for the Donald J. Trump Revocable Trust, bearing voucher number 842457, and kept and maintained by the Trump Organization.

THIRD COUNT: AND THE GRAND JURY AFORESAID, by this indictment, further accuses the defendant of the crime of FALSIFYING BUSINESS RECORDS IN THE FIRST DEGREE, in violation of Penal Law §175.10, committed as follows: The defendant, in the County of New York and elsewhere, on or about February 14, 2017, with intent to defraud and intent to commit another crime and aid and conceal the commission thereof, made and caused a false entry in the business records of an enterprise, to wit, an entry in the Detail General Ledger for the Donald J. Trump Revocable Trust, bearing voucher number 842460, and kept and maintained by the Trump Organization.

FOURTH COUNT: AND THE GRAND JURY AFORESAID, by this indictment, further accuses the defendant of the crime of FALSIFYING BUSINESS RECORDS IN THE FIRST DEGREE, in violation of Penal Law §175.10, committed as follows: The defendant, in the County of New York and elsewhere, on or about February 14, 2017, with intent to defraud and intent to commit another crime and aid and conceal the commission thereof, made and caused a false entry in the business records of an enterprise, to wit, a Donald J. Trump Revocable Trust Account check and check stub dated February 14, 2017, bearing check number 000138, and kept and maintained by the Trump Organization.

FIFTH COUNT: AND THE GRAND JURY AFORESAID, by this indictment, further accuses the defendant of the crime of FALSIFYING BUSINESS RECORDS IN THE FIRST DEGREE, in violation of Penal Law §175.10, committed as follows:

The defendant, in the County of New York and elsewhere, on or about March 16, 2017 through March 17, 2017, with intent to defraud and intent to commit another crime and aid and conceal the commission thereof, made and caused a false entry in the business records of an enterprise, to wit, an invoice from Michael Cohen dated February 16, 2017 and transmitted on or about March 16, 2017, marked as a record of the Donald J. Trump Revocable Trust, and kept and maintained by the Trump Organization.

SIXTH COUNT: AND THE GRAND JURY AFORESAID, by this indictment, further accuses the defendant of the crime of FALSIFYING BUSINESS RECORDS IN THE FIRST DEGREE, in violation of Penal Law §175.10, committed as follows: The defendant, in the County of New York and elsewhere, on or about March 17, 2017, with intent to defraud and intent to commit another crime and aid and conceal the commission thereof, made and caused a false entry in the business records of an enterprise, to wit, an entry in the Detail General Ledger for the Donald J. Trump Revocable Trust, bearing voucher number 846907, and kept and maintained by the Trump Organization.

SEVENTH COUNT: AND THE GRAND JURY AFORESAID, by this indictment, further accuses the defendant of the crime of FALSIFYING BUSINESS RECORDS IN THE FIRST DEGREE, in violation of Penal Law §175.10, committed as follows:

The defendant, in the County of New York and elsewhere, on or about March 17, 2017, with intent to defraud and intent to commit another crime and aid and conceal the commission thereof, made and caused a false entry in the business records of an enterprise, to wit, a Donald J. Trump Revocable Trust Account check and check stub dated March 17, 2017, bearing check number 000147, and kept and maintained by the Trump Organization.

EIGHTH COUNT: AND THE GRAND JURY AFORESAID, by this indictment, further accuses the defendant of the crime of FALSIFYING BUSINESS RECORDS IN THE FIRST DEGREE, in violation of Penal Law §175.10, committed as follows: The defendant, in the County of New York and elsewhere, on or about April 13, 2017 through June 19, 2017, with intent to defraud and intent to commit another crime and aid and conceal the commission thereof, made and caused a false entry in the business records of an enterprise, to wit, an invoice from Michael Cohen dated April 13, 2017, marked as a record of Donald J. Trump, and kept and maintained by the Trump Organization.

NINTH COUNT: AND THE GRAND JURY AFORESAID, by this indictment, further accuses the defendant of the crime of FALSIFYING BUSINESS RECORDS IN THE FIRST DEGREE, in violation of Penal Law §175.10, committed as follows: The defendant, in the County of New York and elsewhere, on or about June 19, 2017, with intent to defraud and intent to commit another crime and aid and conceal the commission thereof, made and caused a false entry in the business records of an enterprise, to wit, an entry in the Detail General Ledger for Donald J. Trump, bearing voucher number 858770, and kept and maintained by the Trump Organization.

TENTH COUNT: AND THE GRAND JURY AFORESAID, by this indictment, further accuses the defendant of the crime of FALSIFYING BUSINESS RECORDS IN THE FIRST DEGREE, in violation of Penal Law §175.10, committed as follows: The defendant, in the County of New York and elsewhere, on or about June 19, 2017, with intent to defraud and intent to commit another crime and aid and conceal the commission thereof, made and caused a false entry in the business records of an enterprise, to wit, a Donald J. Trump account check and check stub dated June 19, 2017, bearing check number 002740, and kept and maintained by the Trump Organization.

ELEVENTH COUNT: AND THE GRAND JURY AFORESAID, by this indictment, further accuses the defendant of the crime of FALSIFYING BUSINESS RECORDS IN THE FIRST DEGREE, in violation of Penal Law §175.10, committed as follows: The defendant, in the County of New York and elsewhere, on or about May 22, 2017, with intent to defraud and intent to commit another crime and aid and conceal the commission thereof, made and caused a false entry in the business records of an enterprise, to wit, an invoice from Michael Cohen dated May 22, 2017, marked as a record of Donald J. Trump, and kept and maintained by the Trump Organization.

TWELFTH COUNT: AND THE GRAND JURY AFORESAID, by this indictment, further accuses the defendant of the crime of FALSIFYING BUSINESS RECORDS IN THE FIRST DEGREE, in violation of Penal Law §175.10, committed as follows:

The defendant, in the County of New York and elsewhere, on or about May 22, 2017, with intent to defraud and intent to commit another crime and aid and conceal the commission thereof, made and caused a false entry in the business records of an enterprise, to wit, an entry in the Detail General Ledger for Donald J. Trump, bearing voucher number 855331, and kept and maintained by the Trump Organization.

THIRTEENTH COUNT: AND THE GRAND JURY AFORESAID, by this indictment, further accuses the defendant of the crime of FALSIFYING BUSINESS RECORDS IN THE FIRST DEGREE, in violation of Penal Law §175.10, committed as follows: The defendant, in the County of New York and elsewhere, on or about May 23, 2017, with intent to defraud and intent to commit another crime and aid and conceal the commission thereof, made and caused a false entry in the business records of an enterprise, to wit, a Donald J. Trump account check and check stub dated May 23, 2017, bearing check number 002700, and kept and maintained by the Trump Organization.

FOURTEENTH COUNT: AND THE GRAND JURY AFORESAID, by this indictment, further accuses the defendant of the crime of FALSIFYING BUSINESS RECORDS IN THE FIRST DEGREE, in violation of Penal Law §175.10, committed as follows: The defendant, in the County of New York and elsewhere, on or about June 16, 2017 through June 19, 2017, with intent to defraud and intent to commit another crime and aid and conceal the commission thereof, made and caused a false entry in the business records of an enterprise, to wit, an invoice from Michael Cohen dated June 16, 2017, marked as a record of Donald J. Trump, and kept and maintained by the Trump Organization.

FIFTEENTH COUNT: AND THE GRAND JURY AFORESAID, by this indictment, further accuses the defendant of the crime of FALSIFYING BUSINESS RECORDS IN THE FIRST DEGREE, in violation of Penal Law §175.10, committed as follows: The defendant, in the County of New York and elsewhere, on or about June 19, 2017, with intent to defraud and intent to commit another crime and aid and conceal the commission thereof, made and caused a false entry in the business records of an enterprise, to wit, an entry in the Detail General Ledger for Donald J. Trump, bearing voucher number 858772, and kept and maintained by the Trump Organization.

SIXTEENTH COUNT: AND THE GRAND JURY AFORESAID, by this indictment, further accuses the defendant of the crime of FALSIFYING BUSINESS RECORDS IN THE FIRST DEGREE, in violation of Penal Law §175.10, committed as follows: The defendant, in the County of New York and elsewhere, on or about June 19, 2017, with intent to defraud and intent to commit another crime and aid and conceal the commission thereof, made and caused a false entry in the business records of an enterprise, to wit, a Donald J. Trump account check and check stub dated June 19, 2017, bearing check number 002741, and kept and maintained by the Trump Organization.

SEVENTEENTH COUNT: AND THE GRAND JURY AFORESAID, by this indictment, further accuses the defendant of the crime of FALSIFYING BUSINESS RECORDS IN THE FIRST DEGREE, in violation of Penal Law §175.10, committed as follows:

The defendant, in the County of New York and elsewhere, on or about July 11, 2017, with intent to defraud and intent to commit another crime and aid and conceal the commission thereof, made and caused a false entry in the business records of an enterprise, to wit, an invoice from Michael Cohen dated July 11, 2017, marked as a record of Donald J. Trump, and kept and maintained by the Trump Organization.

EIGHTEENTH COUNT: AND THE GRAND JURY AFORESAID, by this indictment, further accuses the defendant of the crime of FALSIFYING BUSINESS RECORDS IN THE FIRST DEGREE, in violation of Penal Law §175.10, committed as follows: The defendant, in the County of New York and elsewhere, on or about July 11, 2017, with intent to defraud and intent to commit another crime and aid and conceal the commission thereof, made and caused a false entry in the business records of an enterprise, to wit, an entry in the Detail General Ledger for Donald J. Trump, bearing voucher number 861096, and kept and maintained by the Trump Organization.

NINETEENTH COUNT: AND THE GRAND JURY AFORESAID, by this indictment, further accuses the defendant of the crime of FALSIFYING BUSINESS RECORDS IN THE FIRST DEGREE, in violation of Penal Law §175.10, committed as follows: The defendant, in the County of New York and elsewhere, on or about July 11, 2017, with intent to defraud and intent to commit another crime and aid and conceal the commission thereof, made and caused a false entry in the business records of an enterprise, to wit, a Donald J. Trump account check and check stub dated July 11, 2017, bearing check number 002781, and kept and maintained by the Trump Organization.

TWENTIETH COUNT: AND THE GRAND JURY AFORESAID, by this indictment, further accuses the defendant of the crime of FALSIFYING BUSINESS RECORDS IN THE FIRST DEGREE, in violation of Penal Law §175.10, committed as follows: The defendant, in the County of New York and elsewhere, on or about August 1, 2017, with intent to defraud and intent to commit another crime and aid and conceal the commission thereof, made and caused a false entry in the business records of an enterprise, to wit, an invoice from Michael Cohen dated August 1, 2017, marked as a record of Donald J. Trump, and kept and maintained by the Trump Organization.

TWENTY-FIRST COUNT: AND THE GRAND JURY AFORESAID, by this indictment, further accuses the defendant of the crime of FALSIFYING BUSINESS RECORDS IN THE FIRST DEGREE, in violation of Penal Law §175.10, committed as follows: The defendant, in the County of New York and elsewhere, on or about August 1, 2017, with intent to defraud and intent to commit another crime and aid and conceal the commission thereof, made and caused a false entry in the business records of an enterprise, to wit, an entry in the Detail General Ledger for Donald J. Trump, bearing voucher number 863641, and kept and maintained by the Trump Organization.

TWENTY-SECOND COUNT: AND THE GRAND JURY AFORESAID, by this indictment, further accuses the defendant of the crime of FALSIFYING BUSINESS RECORDS IN THE FIRST DEGREE, in violation of Penal Law §175.10, committed as follows:

The defendant, in the County of New York and elsewhere, on or about August 1, 2017, with intent to defraud and intent to commit another crime and aid and conceal the commission thereof, made and caused a false entry in the business records of an enterprise, to wit, a Donald J. Trump account check and check stub dated August 1, 2017, bearing check number 002821, and kept and maintained by the Trump Organization.

TWENTY-THIRD COUNT: AND THE GRAND JURY AFORESAID, by this indictment, further accuses the defendant of the crime of FALSIFYING BUSINESS RECORDS IN THE FIRST DEGREE, in violation of Penal Law §175.10, committed as follows: The defendant, in the County of New York and elsewhere, on or about September 11, 2017, with intent to defraud and intent to commit another crime and aid and conceal the commission thereof, made and caused a false entry in the business records of an enterprise, to wit, an invoice from Michael Cohen dated September 11, 2017, marked as a record of Donald J. Trump, and kept and maintained by the Trump Organization.

TWENTY-FOURTH COUNT: AND THE GRAND JURY AFORESAID, by this indictment, further accuses the defendant of the crime of FALSIFYING BUSINESS RECORDS IN THE FIRST DEGREE, in violation of Penal Law §175.10, committed as follows: The defendant, in the County of New York and elsewhere, on or about September 11, 2017, with intent to defraud and intent to commit another crime and aid and conceal the commission thereof, made and caused a false entry in the business records of an enterprise, to wit, an entry in the Detail General Ledger for Donald J. Trump, bearing voucher number 868174, and kept and maintained by the Trump Organization.

TWENTY-FIFTH COUNT: AND THE GRAND JURY AFORESAID, by this indictment, further accuses the defendant of the crime of FALSIFYING BUSINESS RECORDS IN THE FIRST DEGREE, in violation of Penal Law §175.10, committed as follows: The defendant, in the County of New York and elsewhere, on or about September 12, 2017, with intent to defraud and intent to commit another crime and aid and conceal the commission thereof, made and caused a false entry in the business records of an enterprise, to wit, a Donald J. Trump account check and check stub dated September 12, 2017, bearing check number 002908, and kept and maintained by the Trump Organization.

TWENTY-SIXTH COUNT: AND THE GRAND JURY AFORESAID, by this indictment, further accuses the defendant of the crime of FALSIFYING BUSINESS RECORDS IN THE FIRST DEGREE, in violation of Penal Law §175.10, committed as follows: The defendant, in the County of New York and elsewhere, on or about October 18, 2017, with intent to defraud and intent to commit another crime and aid and conceal the commission thereof, made and caused a false entry in the business records of an enterprise, to wit, an invoice from Michael Cohen dated October 18, 2017, marked as a record of Donald J. Trump, and kept and maintained by the Trump Organization.

TWENTY-SEVENTH COUNT: AND THE GRAND JURY AFORESAID, by this indictment, further accuses the defendant of the crime of FALSIFYING BUSINESS RECORDS IN THE FIRST DEGREE, in violation of Penal Law §175.10, committed as follows:

The defendant, in the County of New York and elsewhere, on or about October 18, 2017, with intent to defraud and intent to commit another crime and aid and conceal the commission thereof, made and caused a false entry in the business records of an enterprise, to wit, an entry in the Detail General Ledger for Donald J. Trump, bearing voucher number 872654, and kept and maintained by the Trump Organization.

TWENTY-EIGHTH COUNT: AND THE GRAND JURY AFORESAID, by this indictment, further accuses the defendant of the crime of FALSIFYING BUSINESS RECORDS IN THE FIRST DEGREE, in violation of Penal Law §175.10, committed as follows: The defendant, in the County of New York and elsewhere, on or about October 18, 2017, with intent to defraud and intent to commit another crime and aid and conceal the commission thereof, made and caused a false entry in the business records of an enterprise, to wit, a Donald J. Trump account check and check stub dated October 18, 2017, bearing check number 002944, and kept and maintained by the Trump Organization.

TWENTY-NINTH COUNT: AND THE GRAND JURY AFORESAID, by this indictment, further accuses the defendant of the crime of FALSIFYING BUSINESS RECORDS IN THE FIRST DEGREE, in violation of Penal Law §175.10, committed as follows: The defendant, in the County of New York and elsewhere, on or about November 20, 2017, with intent to defraud and intent to commit another crime and aid and conceal the commission thereof, made and caused a false entry in the business records of an enterprise, to wit, an invoice from Michael Cohen dated November 20, 2017, marked as a record of Donald J. Trump, and kept and maintained by the Trump Organization.

THIRTIETH COUNT: AND THE GRAND JURY AFORESAID, by this indictment, further accuses the defendant of the crime of FALSIFYING BUSINESS RECORDS IN THE FIRST DEGREE, in violation of Penal Law §175.10, committed as follows: The defendant, in the County of New York and elsewhere, on or about November 20, 2017, with intent to defraud and intent to commit another crime and aid and conceal the commission thereof, made and caused a false entry in the business records of an enterprise, to wit, an entry in the Detail General Ledger for Donald J. Trump, bearing voucher number 876511, and kept and maintained by the Trump Organization.

THIRTY-FIRST COUNT: AND THE GRAND JURY AFORESAID, by this indictment, further accuses the defendant of the crime of FALSIFYING BUSINESS RECORDS IN THE FIRST DEGREE, in violation of Penal Law §175.10, committed as follows: The defendant, in the County of New York and elsewhere, on or about November 21, 2017, with intent to defraud and intent to commit another crime and aid and conceal the commission thereof, made and caused a false entry in the business records of an enterprise, to wit, a Donald J. Trump account check and check stub dated November 21, 2017, bearing check number 002980, and kept and maintained by the Trump Organization.

THIRTY-SECOND COUNT: AND THE GRAND JURY AFORESAID, by this indictment, further accuses the defendant of the crime of FALSIFYING BUSINESS RECORDS IN THE FIRST DEGREE, in violation of Penal Law §175.10, committed as follows:

The defendant, in the County of New York and elsewhere, on or about December 1, 2017, with intent to defraud and intent to commit another crime and aid and conceal the commission thereof, made and caused a false entry in the business records of an enterprise, to wit, an invoice from Michael Cohen dated December 1, 2017, marked as a record of Donald J. Trump, and kept and maintained by the Trump Organization.

THIRTY-THIRD COUNT: AND THE GRAND JURY AFORESAID, by this indictment, further accuses the defendant of the crime of FALSIFYING BUSINESS RECORDS IN THE FIRST DEGREE, in violation of Penal Law §175.10, committed as follows: The defendant, in the County of New York and elsewhere, on or about December 1, 2017, with intent to defraud and intent to commit another crime and aid and conceal the commission thereof, made and caused a false entry in the business records of an enterprise, to wit, an entry in the Detail General Ledger for Donald J. Trump, bearing voucher number 877785, and kept and maintained by the Trump Organization.

THIRTY-FOURTH COUNT: AND THE GRAND JURY AFORESAID, by this indictment, further accuses the defendant of the crime of FALSIFYING BUSINESS RECORDS IN THE FIRST DEGREE, in violation of Penal Law §175.10, committed as follows: The defendant, in the County of New York and elsewhere, on or about December 5, 2017, with intent to defraud and intent to commit another crime and aid and conceal the commission thereof, made and caused a false entry in the business records of an enterprise, to wit, a Donald J.

Trump account check and check stub dated December 5, 2017, bearing check number 003006, and kept and maintained by the Trump Organization. ALVIN L. BRAGG, JR. District Attorney

GJ #8-5 Filed: NA No. THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK -against￾DONALD J. TRUMP, Defendant. INDICTMENT FALSIFYING BUSINESS RECORDS IN THE FIRST DEGREE, P.L. §175.10, 34 Cts ALVIN L. BRAGG JR., District Attorney A True Bill Foreperson ADJOURNED TO PART _____

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