Category Archives: Politics

God and His Attributes

Posted on January 20, 2011 by Administrator

Dear Joseph, Being a father is one of the hardest and yet most rewarding things I have ever done.  I look forward to the day when you get to be a dad. One of the unanticipated benefits of being a … Continue reading →

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Little spark of celestial fire called conscience

Posted on January 18, 2011 by Administrator

Dear Joseph, I know that I’ve told you this before, but I don’t think I can say it enough. There is something very special about you. I know you were put on this earth to do an important work.  To … Continue reading →

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Civility = Sacrifice?

Posted on January 17, 2011 by Administrator

An interesting definition from Stephen L. Carter on what civility is: “Civility…is the sum of the many sacrifices we are called to make for the sake of living together.” This line is taken from Carter’s book appropriately titled: Civility. I … Continue reading →

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Jon Stewart on Civility

Posted on January 17, 2011 by Administrator

Jon Stewart is know for his political humor, but during this clip, he takes a break from his “norm” and provides some valuable insights into what a more civil political climate may look like. Enjoy: The Daily Show With Jon … Continue reading →

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George Washington & Civility

Posted on January 15, 2011 by Administrator

One of my heroes is George Washington. As I have taken the time to read several books on our first president, I am just amazed at the quality and ability of America’s original Founding Father. It seemed from an early … Continue reading →

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Do Government Experiments in Civility Work?

Posted on January 13, 2011 by Administrator

Recently the Mayor of Salt Lake City and Utah’s Lt. Gov., Greg Bell, launched an initiative to improve civility or rather public discourse in the state. As I read through the website and the associated media write-ups on the civility … Continue reading →

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Airport Security – Symbolic of Greater Problems

Posted on November 18, 2010 by Administrator

I am grateful that Ron Paul has stepped up to address the issue of overbearing airport security. As he well says in his remarks, “…enough is enough.” To me the direction our airport security has taken is symbolic of a … Continue reading →

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Why You Can’t Take the U.N. Seriously.

Posted on April 30, 2010 by Administrator

This week the UN, by a vote of acclamation, appointed Iran to a four-year term to the Commission on the Status of Women. As a PR professional, I am shaking my head at the latest move by the UN. This … Continue reading →

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Karl Rove in SLC

Posted on April 29, 2010 by Administrator

I had a chance today to attend a workshop with Karl Rove, who was in town promoting his new book: Courage & Consequence. It was an interesting hour. I was a little disappointed that much of the time was spent … Continue reading →

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Bennett – Conservative Leader or DC Dealer Maker?

Posted on April 26, 2010 by Administrator

One of the benefits of being a GOP delegate is that I get to see a lot more material from the candidates than the average voter. Over time, the mass amounts of emails, mailers, etc. invariably lead to little nuggets … Continue reading →

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