Tam also knew that Perkins was returning to the board and had participated in the retreat.

NEWYORKER: The Kona Files

She made inquiries at the Gas Board about returning to a position similar to the one she had filled in the past, but for the moment there was nothing.

NEWYORKER: Faith

Even before Einhorn made his proposal, financial analysts have speculated Cook and the board might consider returning more cash to investors.

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