Many hedge funds do not have a public relations operation geared toward answering such questions raised by outsiders. Would Mr. Cooperman have taken a call about Mr. Israel's credentials from a prospective investor in the Bayou funds I can't answer that, ... If somebody calls me for a reference check, I will respond factually and appropriately. But certain firms are very cautious about talking about former employees.
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