From time to time, I speak to young professionals trying to make their mark on the world in politics, academia, or journalism. The question I encounter the most is this: “What’s the best career advice you give to young people trying to make it?” My answer often touches on the importance of perseverance, because it’s…
The Wolves Will Become Sheep
Commentary When some people get power, they become like wolves. They take whatever savage actions are needed to win and dominate. They turn their opponents and critics into sheep who learn to be quiet or face vicious attacks and destruction. Think of Joseph Stalin killing his rivals. Think of the Castro brothers torturing, imprisoning, and…
Australian Police Officer Suspended Over Code of Conduct Breaches After Speaking at COVID-19 Freedom Rally
Northern Territory Police are taking action against an Alice Springs detective sergeant over his resignation letter to Police Commissioner Jamie Chalker and a speech he made at a COVID-19 freedom rally, which they say were breaches of the police code of conduct. Detective Sergeant Leith Phillips, who has chosen to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19…
Australian Police Officer Suspended After Speaking at Freedom Rally
Northern Territory Police are taking action against an Alice Springs detective sergeant over his resignation letter to Police Commissioner Jamie Chalker and a speech he made at a COVID-19 freedom rally, which they say were breaches of the police code of conduct. Detective Sergeant Leith Phillips, who has chosen to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19…
Yellen Calls for ‘Strong Action’ to Boost Data Integrity at IMF, World Bank
October 14, 2021
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WASHINGTON—U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen on Thursday called for “strong action” by international financial institutions to boost accountability, protect data integrity, and prevent misconduct in the wake of a World Bank data-rigging scandal. Yellen, in a statement to the steering committee of the International Monetary Fund, also called for moves by international financial institutions to…
The Perfect Way of Saying No
June 2, 2021
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My 3-year old is better than me at some things. Yes, it’s tough to admit. I so often focus on what I need to be teaching my daughter, it’s easy to overlook what she teaches me. As we were having lunch one day, I asked her if she wanted her favorite lunchmeat, salami. Out of…
Goodwill Employee Finds $42,000 in Donated Sweaters, Gets Reward for Doing ‘The Right Thing’
When an Oklahoma Goodwill employee uncovered a stash of $42,000 wrapped in two donated sweaters, she chose to do the right thing. Although she parted with the cash instead of pocketing it, her act paid off in the end. Mom of one Andrea Lessing had worked at the Norman-based thrift store for a month-and-a-half when…
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