2006 Columns
The Gift the President Should Give
President Bush should give Americans peace.
December 24, 2006
You Can Have an Impact
Individuals acting on their beliefs can change the world.
December 10, 2006
Challenges to U.S. Power
The rise of China and India as world political, military and economic powers is challenging U.S. hegemony, particularly since an outraged world is looking for alternatives. The new Democratic leaders in Congress need to work with the President to change our policies.
November 26, 2006
“Be What You Is”
In politics and life, be who you are, act what you preach, don’t be a hypocrite.
November 12, 2006
Campaign Finance Laws Are Ineffectual
Money will find its way into politics no matter what the finance laws say. It’s time to fully disclose all contributions and to organize around issues to impact policy.
October 22, 2006
It’s Same Old Story in Politics
The vicious negative politics of today follows a long-standing tradition in American politics that began with our founding fathers.
October 8, 2006
Shame on HP’s Board
Hewlett Packard’s board leaked confidential information and spied on one another, a shameful example of corporate board irresponsibility.
September 24, 2006
Fourteeners Provide Life Lessons
As I completed climbing Colorado’s 56 14,000 foot peaks this summer, I learned some important lessons.
September 10, 2006
President Bush Can Step Up to Challenge
Only the President, not Congress, can be a world leader and it’s time President Bush surrounded himself with competent people who can help him step up to that challenge.
August 27, 2006
Global Problem for Business
Despite the Bush Administration’s attempts to ignore global warming, corporations are already taking action in response to the impact of climate change on their business.
August 13, 2006
Doing Business in China
Don’t think visiting China a time or two is enough to understand the Chinese culture and business environment. Get expert help if you want to be successful.
July 23, 2006
Slogans Frame Political Debate
Words and slogans have a huge impact on the national debate about critical issues.
July 9, 2006
Initiatives Crowd the Colorado Ballot
Coloradans love the initiative process, but the results make governing nearly impossible.
June 24, 2006
What Democracy Needs
Political invective is traditional in American politics, but should not take the place of reasoned discussion and compromise.
June 11, 2006
Security Not Just Borders
Walls can be beautiful, but not the proposed wall between Mexico and the U.S., which will not stop illegal immigration, but will take resources from more productive uses.
May 28, 2006
No Time to Be Vindictive
Democrats would be foolish to pursue impeachment of President Bush. Instead, they should show they are leaders on the important issues.
May 14, 2006
Shorten Election Frenzy
Don’t succumb to the frenzy to move the Colorado presidential primary to an earlier date. States should buck this trend.
April 23, 2006
Above All, Integrity
The best words a politician can hear are, “You can trust him.”
April 9, 2006
India Beckons Colorado
Colorado needs to understand India and its business and political opportunities better.
March 26, 2006
Death Sentence in S.D.
The draconian anti-choice legislation passed in South Dakota will damage women and may cause a Republican backlash.
March 12, 2006
Child Protection Has to Take Precedence
Catholic Archbishop Chaput is trying to deflect responsibility for protecting priest child molesters by attacking legislators who want to hold the Church accountable.
February 26, 2006
Colorado Trade With China Essential
China provides huge opportunities for Colorado companies who know what they’re doing there.
February 12, 2006
Politics Writ Small: Who’s Your Workhorse?
Gubernatorial candidate Marc Holtzman thinks trashing Denver Mayor John Hickenlooper will obscure Holtzman’s mediocre resume.
January 22, 2006
U.S. Must Live Up to Its Ideals
Illegal eavesdropping on American citizens undermines our reputation for democratic ideals around the world.
January 8, 2006
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