Leslie Kean - The New York Times, UFOs, Crash Retrievals, Legacy Programs
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Summary
Leslie Kane is a journalist known for her work on UFOs. She has reported on the topic for over a decade and contributed to significant articles, including a 2017 New York Times piece that brought attention to UAPs. During her encounter with Lou Elizondo, she learned about a secret program related to UAPs. This inspired her to collaborate with Ralph Blumenthal to pitch a story to the New York Times. The article was well-documented and included credible sources. Kane's work has had a lasting impact on the UAP community, encouraging open discussions and further investigations into the phenomenon.
Program Intelligence Analysis
Leslie Kane discusses her involvement in UAP research and the significant developments surrounding the 2017 New York Times article. She highlights the importance of whistleblower protections and the implications of recent legislative changes regarding UAPs.
Leslie Kane was shown documentation related to the ATIP program by Lou Elizondo during a meeting on October 4, 2017.
Leslie Kane
“I think a lot of the power of that book had to do with those chapters.”
Ralph Blumenthal
“We had people on the record and we had documents.”
Chris Mellon
“I think it’s going to be difficult for someone to bring them forward.”
Harry Reid
“He told her everything about the program and his role in it.”
Lou Elizondo
“I was shown all the documentation.”
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Investigate UAPs and related phenomena
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Centralize UAP investigations and reporting
Leslie Kane was shown documentation related to the ATIP program by Lou Elizondo during a meeting on October 4, 2017.
The 2017 New York Times article on UAPs was a result of collaboration between Leslie Kane, Ralph Blumenthal, and Helene Cooper.
The New York Times article established the reality of UAPs and included authoritative sources.
Leslie Kane was shown the Wilson/Davis notes in July 2008.
The 2023 intelligence bill includes language about materials and biological effects related to UAPs.