THOUGHT FOR THE DAY: ON EMPATHY AND ELECTIONS
One thing you cannot teach past a certain age and point in life is — EMPATHY.
Empathy is instilled early. Perhaps it’s something we’re born with (or without).
Empathy means “the ability to understand and share the feelings of another.” Some people have it. Some people don’t.
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MY REACTION TO GOV. TIM WALZ (VP PICK)
Like many Americans, I didn’t know much about Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz until recent weeks.
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ANNOUNCING: 2024 NFL BETTING SYNDICATE
The NFL preseason kicks off tonight. In celebration of the upcoming pro football season, I’m announcing the continuation of the “LAS VEGAS NFL BETTING SYNDICATE.” All prior investors will be given priority. However, I will also accept as many new first-time investors, as possible. This will be done in two groupings, on a first-come/first-serve basis which will be determined by DATE OF FUNDS RECEIVED. This will be the only criteria to lock up a spot.
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If you’re lucky, there are people in your life who make a difference.
Linda Johnson has made a huge difference in my life in a positive way.
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MY MESSAGE TO CHRISTIANS “OFFENDED” BY THE PARIS OLYMPICS OPENING
Many Christians say they were “offended” by a short skit performed during opening night of the 2024 Paris Olympics. The fallout still continues a few days later and has even triggered an unnecessary apology by the International Olympic Committee that was released today.
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IS THE GLASS HALF FULL OR HALF EMPTY?
While dining out last week in downtown Las Vegas, I got into a friendly but serious discussion with someone about how cocktails are frequently served in many bars and restaurants. Bruce Kramer, my longtime associate visiting Las Vegas from Philadelphia was on the other side of the argument.
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DO VICE PRESIDENTS “ACCOMPLISH” ANYTHING?
My rankings of Vice Presidents — from best to worst — may surprise you.
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“DEI”
We’ll be seeing and hearing three letters a lot in the coming weeks and months ahead.
“DEI” is an acronym. It means: (D) diversity, (E) equity, and (I) inclusion. Yet oddly enough, “DEI” is intended by some as a derogatory term. It’s the new hate bait. It’s yet another ultra-conservative dog whistle. It’s MAGA red meat. It’s dangled to trigger sexism and racism. It’s designed to trigger fragile White male egos who simply can’t cope with positions of power and authority going to women or minorities.
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UGLY MAGA MISOGYNY AND THE SEXUALIZATION OF KAMALA HARRIS
The vicious attacks based on sex have begun.
It’s been fewer than 24 hours since Joe Biden’s withdrawal from the 2024 presidential race. Yet already, the MAGA slime machine is kicking into overdrive.
MAGA ugliness is real. No surprise, because this is an ugly political movement littered with ugly people.
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