As some of us grow a little grayer, a little more wisdom seems to follow. Part of it is that Ive realized the best way for me to feel better about my life and my circumstances is to be of service to others. Having a purpose, especially one of service, is critical for our emotional well-being. And it doesnt have to be confined to those less fortunate. Just go out and help someone. Itll make you feel better, I promise.
Read MoreJean’s Seafood Gumbo 0
This recipe, by my mother Jean, is adapted from my book, “Cooking with Grease: Stirring the Pots in American Politics.”
Read MoreLame Ducks Duck Responsibilities 0
I have a confession: Veteran political strategists have political fantasies. Some of them are bipartisan in nature. Mine for this “lame duck” (end of the 111th) session of Congress is visualizing a dozen Rockettes standing outside the Senate and House Chambers. As the departing (those scheduled to retire and the others fired by voters) senators […]
Read MorePay It Forward This Week 0
This week, as family and friends gather to give thanks for so many blessings, let us also remember to be of service.
Read MoreLame Ducks Duck Responsibilities 0
I have a confession: Veteran political strategists have political fantasies. Some of them are bipartisan in nature. Mine for this “lame duck” (end of the 111th) session of Congress is visualizing a dozen Rockettes standing outside the Senate and House Chambers. As the departing (those scheduled to retire and the others fired by voters) senators and representatives exit, the Rockettes sing and dance in unison that, “You are soooooooo lame!”
Read MoreCampaign Spending Needs To Be Cut Back 0
Campaign 2010 is finally over. Even after months of news stories, opinion polls, bar graphs and superlatives, the historic sums spent on the 2010 midterms still take my breath away. Four billion dollars.
Read MoreOnce More Unto The Breach 0
The dust has settled from the midterms, and now the fallout begins. Despite the monolithic media meme, the results of the Republican “resurgence” in the House of Representatives – and in state legislatures – can be read more ways than one.
Read MoreElection Results Won’t Bring Change to D.C. 0
Lets talk about the Nov. 2 electoral earthquake. The almost historic loss the Democrats suffered has changed the balance of power in Washington. It is the third major change voters have made in Washington in four years. And I promise you, it will not be the last. What election night did not do, I am […]
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