In Praise of Preparation

A Plea for Getting it Right the First Time Four Tales of Woe I have had occasion over the last few days to attend two ceremonies and two meetings. Two involved ceremonial candle lightings. One required mounting a plaque The fourth entailed showing slides from a computer. Four very different …

And a Lump of Coal for You, Voter!

Republicans in Michigan, Wisconsin, and Elsewhere Have Shown What They Think of Voters Most of us have heard that in Michigan and Wisconsin lame duck sessions are doing evil work. They are building poison pills for the November elections. Let’s be clear about what is going on, what’s the history, …

Russia and China Smell Weakness. This Will Not End Well.

Key points in our history that came upon us this week – and looming conflict. Before reviewing armed conflict, a few notes on the news of recent days. Michael Cohen– In the future we will look back on last week as key. We will note this was when fate began …

So, Here’s The Thing About Loyalty…

Some leaders and followers have it backwards. Leadership and Loyalty The study of leadership has been a life-long passion of mine. I have watched it in terrible crucibles and in beautiful opportunities. I have strived to practice what I have learned. There are, of course, many types of leaders. But …

If Trump Has Not Picked a Fight with You, Raise Your Hand

Yeah, that’s what I thought. Not many hands raised out there. Even more than usual in recent days, Donald Trump has run off the rails of decency and stability. If there is someone he has not picked a fight with of late, it is likely by omission rather than commission …

Had Fun, Did Good, Gained Wisdom – What a Deal!

Habitat for Humanity Has Given Me Far More Than I Have Given Them. Now I pass those gifts to you. My good spirited crew has finished our latest work supporting Habitat …

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