Before the Investigatory Committee's questioning began, Dr. Lindzen was given some
general background information
regarding the process of inquiry and investigation into
allegations concerning Dr. Mann, with a focus on the particular
allegation that is the subject of the current review by the Investigatory Committee.
In this
regard, the majority noted that the Board «has balanced all factors and equities in light of the policies of the Act» and has «regularly approved settlement agreements that would provide less than would be awarded if the
General Counsel were to prevail on every
allegation of the complaint.»