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Personal Responsibility

As I watched the ServiceNation Presidential Forum last night, I heard a lot about personal responsibility and serving a cause greater than self.  While I know that both the moderators – Judy Woodruff of PBS and Rick Stengel, managing editor of Time magazine – and the candidates – Barack Obama (D) and John McCain (R) –… Continue reading Personal Responsibility

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ServiceNation Presidential Forum

When I first heard of this presidential forum, I was confused.  What the heck is ServiceNation and where did it come from?  To be honest, there are things I like about a forum and things I dislike.  It is nice to see a casual question and answer format.  It is, in my opinion, inherently unfair to… Continue reading ServiceNation Presidential Forum

Just my Thoughts · Politics

Useful Election Events Upcoming

I usually wax political here when I discuss the upcoming election.  Today I am going to point out that it is primary day in my home state of NY.  If you are a registered voter, get out there and vote. Aside from that, if you are – as I am and for the first time in… Continue reading Useful Election Events Upcoming