The Modernist heresy is the most important factor shaping today’s American political landscape. The word “heresy” enjoys scant popularity today because it is generally associated with ancient religious disputes seemingly unrelated to current events. Ironically, modern-day heresies are the
Every organizational leader of even average talent knows that an essential element of leadership is what we often refer to as “energy management.” In simplest terms, this means finding ways to instill positive energy in your employees and your customers while eliminating negative sources of energy, or at least re-channeling negative energy into positive directions…
September 14, 2017
It’s football season again and I’ve finally crossed the threshold. For years I’ve been threatening a personal boycott of the National Football League. During August, after much deliberation, I took the leap. I will not attend any more professional games. Nor will I watch any professional football games on television, the internet, or through any other means. Before you jump to the conclusion that I’ve made an easy commitment simply because the Chargers have left San Diego, let
August 22, 2017
Most Americans want basically the same things: general prosperity, a reasonably well-educated populace that is steadily becoming healthier, a responsive government that is neither bloated nor corrupt, a social environment that is both safe and free, and a sustainable natural environment.
November 17, 2016
Experience can be a valuable teacher, but only if one learns the right lessons. Let’s make sure we learn the right lessons from the latest presidential campaign so America can move forward. Far too many people are drawing the wrong conclusions.
One such errant interpretation came from
August 8, 2016
It’s been interesting to read the various analyses about why the opening ceremony of the 2016 Olympics in Brazil experienced such a horrendous decline in viewership from previous Olympics. Neilson reported that viewership was down a whopping 35% from London’s opening ceremony in 2012.
May 10, 2016
As America continues to become more me-centered, utility focused, and organized around the needs of the self, we are losing one of the most important and essential elements required to sustain a rich and vibrant country that nurtures and enriches its members. We should appreciate the fact we’ve created a technologically-driven society capable of remarkable achievements. But we should mourn the fact that we’re becoming a
August 23, 2014
Once or twice a week we watch a TV news segment where a reporter interviews a random sample of people on the street. Sometimes he asks about current events. Other times he asks about basic history or facts that should be common knowledge about famous historic figures. Sometimes he interviews students on college campuses (for example, Harvard).
September 16, 2007
Dear Dick: I hear an awful lot about burnout these days. I’m tired a lot and have lost a lot of the enthusiasm I once had for my job. Does this mean I’m burned out? If so, what should I do about it? —Tired on the Job Dear Tired: If you dread the thought…