NOVEMBER 2011 Free-market economist Milton Friedman travelled to China in the 1960’s. He visited a worksite where the government was building a new canal. Friedman was shocked that modern machinery like tractors and earthmovers were not being utilized to speed and ease construction. He asked his host why there were so few machines. The government […]
During the course of the various radio and television appearances I make, one question that is directed at me with great frequency is “What is your greatest business success?” I answer this question with great reluctance because it lends itself to the hyped up horse-race mentality that I try to discourage. Success in my business […]
The government would like you all to believe that the war on tobacco is about “children” and “health concerns.” That however is not even close to the truth. The tobacco wars are about money and politics, nothing else. The latest chapter in this ongoing farce began with law firms in Mississippi and Massachusetts, which are […]
When the news of the massacre at Columbine High School flashed across my television screen, I was overcome by various emotions ranging from rage, anger, frustration and sadness. One response I did not feel was surprise. I have many family and friends who are educators and I talk with them about the attitudes of their […]
To impeach, or not to impeach that is the question. Over the past few months I have participated in countless debates over the current constitutional crisis we have been witnesses to. In the spirit of the ancient Greek orators and philosophers, I have left no stone unturned in my quest to get to the bottom […]
I conducted a study about six years ago where I followed campaign coverage of the 1992 Presidential election in our country’s major periodicals, The New York Times, Washington Post, Chicago Tribune, and the Los Angeles Times. At the time of the study, the incumbent George Bush was leading in the polls by a substantial margin […]
Last October, I received a gift from my Dad after the death of my Grandfather. It was a book by Richard Carlson entitled “Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff.” This book is apparently very popular being a New York Times Bestseller; however it is a great stretch from my usual material, which usually consists of Non-Fiction […]
It’s that time of year again – the 1997 Holiday Season is upon us. Every year at this time I look forward to going home and celebrating with family and friends. Even as an adult I am very affected by the spirit of the season and by the power of tradition and childhood memories. It’s […]