There are a few things going on these days which sort of got connected in my mind this morning. As you read this you’ll probably go “duh, it took him way too long as usual” but I’ve been trying not to jump to conclusions so I may seem a little slow. The three things are the gulf oil spill, the Goldman hearings, and the coal mine tragedy and while they’re very different things, I think at their cores is exactly the same behavior. Continue reading
Tag Archives: Environment
Earth Day
Today is Earth Day. Some folks think it’s ridiculous although I’m not sure why. These tend to be the same folks that are wondering why it’s so cold when “global warming” is supposed to be heating up the planet (see “What’s Your Name”). In any event, since we have days to show our appreciation for Administrative Assistants, the UN, and a Groundhog, I think it’s probably OK to show a little love to the planet on which we live. Continue reading
Filed under Helpful Hints, Reality checks
What’s Your Name?
It’s important what we call stuff. Anyone who has tried to name a product or a company knows how critical that decision can be. What if “New Coke” had been called something else and had become a brand extension rather than a point of comparison? Political groups get this too. “Right To Life” sounds more positive than does “anti-abortion”. Continue reading
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