YouTube Justice System?
We need to take a deep breath in our judgments and be patient in letting all the facts come to light. Falling in the trap of YouTube justice should be avoided by all of us.
The McChrystal Lessons
McChrystal delivered some important leadership lessons which we can learn from and try to avoid making similar mistakes. Three insights include: Know the role requirements, fit the skills to it; don’t be petty, especially when the press is present; and ensure you have confidence in your team, otherwise change it from within or know when to leave it.
Political Leaders Are Moonstruck
Political leadership in Washington, DC seem moonstruck with blame and inaction. Where is the real leadership to move the country forward? The “too big to fail” mentality has created a culture of un-accountability and inaction. It is time to “snap out of it!”
The Political Pettiness Snowball Effect
Being petty in politics is easy, as demonstrated by Paul McCartney and John Boehner. Political pettiness is unnecessary. Rising above it is a test of character which should be exhibited every day in politics.
Political Convenience vs. Principles
Political convenience or expediency is always present in the decision-making process, especially in government. However, it may be more important to rely on your core principles in tough times rather than on the winds of doing something for the sake of doing something.
The Trouble with Crist
The trouble with Crist is missed. It is not the hug with Obama, It is not being embraced by the Tea Party. It is his vetoing state legislation for political expediency. It is for this reason that Crist should not be elected under any party.
What Happened to the Class of 1980 Style of Politics?
We need to elect a class of 2010 which takes on the characteristics of the class of 1980. Mix in the skill sets of a Majority Leader cut from the same cloth as Howard Baker and Bob Dole, and maybe then we can have better politics and better legislation.