The counter-culture author, and original gonzo journalist, Hunter S. Thompson is credited with the quote, “Half of life is just showing up.” Actor and director Woody Allen put his own spin on the quote, saying “80% of success is showing up.” I had my own “just showing up” moment last week on a business trip to Nashville. No, it wasn’t the presentation I gave; I actually put in quite a few hours constructing, tweaking, and practicing it
September 27, 2024 Read More »
It’s that time of year…many of us spend our Fridays under the lights, Saturdays in college towns, or Sundays at tailgates melding with our football fan tribes. Our team is our team; our coach is our coach; and our quarterback is our quarterback…until they’re not.
September 13, 2024 Read More »
A recent National Journal poll found that 67% of Washington insiders believe that Vice President Harris will win the popular vote but lose the Electoral College (see graph; the Washington office participates in the poll). On five previous occasions, including two of the last six elections, candidates have won the Electoral College, and the presidency, despite losing the popular vote.