This x1000. I don't understand why people are so quick to assume that something went wrong. It may be that Patterson pursued others others and Strong was the best we could get. It is just as possible/likely that after considering all of the options, Patterson determined that Strong is simply...

I like the attitude, and would be pleased with Strong. Can you tell us anything about who would be on the staff he is proposing?

Source? Just curious whether you actually know someone who would know these things, are conveying things that are being said elsewhere, or are simply stating your opinion.

Thanks for posting this. I was unaware of her academic career, which is really impressive. She would be stellar.