Truth, facts and science have been under attack of late, but help is on the way. It may take some Superheroes to turn the tide, but I’m aware of an abundance of prospects. As usual, our champions will come from our Friends in the Mirror and our Better Angels. We are called to be stewards of the Truth. To be well-informed ourselves, to encourage and model the same for others, while promoting CIVIL discussions relative to the issues of the day. Most folks of all ideologies want better than the mindless, stressful tribalism and political dysfunction that has typified the past three years. We can/must do better…TOGETHER.
Read moreA CALL FOR CITIZEN LEADERS..."LET'S BE CIVIC HEROES"
This Country and State are in desperate need of responsible leaders, in all areas of civic life. The shameful display of government dysfunction at many levels should be sufficient motivation for us to rise to our occasion. As I pen this, I’ve got several positive leadership images, including Adm. William McRaven, Leadership Austin and some outstanding Austin civic leaders. Washington makes the most noise, but civic problem solving at the local levels will have the most impact. And effective leaders will become our CIVIC HEROES. Let’s join them. Read on…
Read moreOUR MOMENTS OF TRUTH...CAN WE HEAR/SEE US NOW?
The campaign rhetoric, already heating up for an extended period, is a constant reminder of the ignorant, willfully ignorant and those who are just uninformed who make up too much of our electorate. It is critically important that we convert these categories to more knowledgable engaged fellow citizens. That’s where we come in. This Mosey Commentary is designed to give you an FAQ format that addresses current political themes. Hope you’ll find it informative. Thanks for joining me.
Read moreTEACHING OUR CHILDREN WELL...LET'S RISE TO OUR OCCASION
As a father and grandfather, I’m often thinking about children. However, my sensitivities have been heightened recently by other influences. By the Anna Deveare Smith play, Notes From The Field, based on her interviews with a diversity of folks relative to community experiences of bigotry, racism and various forms of discrimination. By the expanded nightmare on our Southern border, and it’s impact on children and families. By the shameful college admissions scandal and what it says about abuse of privilege. And by the anniversary of the loss of my younger son, whose dreams were cut short by cancer at age 12. Join me as I reflect on our challenges and opportunities with ALL children.
Read moreTIME FOR AN INTERVENTION...THE CULPRITS AND HEROES ARE US!
We’ve Marched, Protested, Resisted and Voted. We’re now challenged with considering the most effective ways to capitalize on this momentum and move ahead. I think it’s time for a Civic Intervention. Time to choose community heroes and be one ourselves. Come join me as we consider these possibilities. This is an amazing time of transition. An exciting time for constructive civic engagement. Let’s do this. TOGETHER.
Read moreMOMENTS OF TRUTH...LET'S CHOOSE TO LEAP TO ADVOCACY...
We know the story of the frog that dies of complacency and confusion when lulled into the false security of the simmering pan. But the frog that’s tossed into a boiling pan quickly comes to its senses and executes a prompt escape. What a great metaphor for the moment. Too many of us have been simmering, when we should be making our escape. The New Year gives us a great opportunity to do better for ourselves and our communities. We’re called to reconcile moments of truth with opportunities and responsibilities. Come join me as we consider energizing our civic engagement commitment. Let’s Do This! Together…
Read moreSCROOGE, PIGLET AND ME...WE'RE READY FOR CHANGE!
Piglet speaks for me, too. Temporarily.
What a turbulent year 2018 has been! In business, politics and most all aspects of society. And it’s so easy to get swept up in the negative conversations in many forms. I’ve found myself chiming in on too many negative threads of political criticism, when I had little to add. The only consistent measurable result has been with blood pressure and stress levels. Most certainly not worth the efforts. Like Michael Jackson, I’m “looking to that Man in the Mirror…to make that change.” I’m going to refrain from most National political commentary, showcase outstanding national pundits where appropriate, and shift my emphasis to local civic engagement, where I can cheerlead outstanding civic program models that can be emulated anywhere. Come join me to better understand my New Year’s rationale. You can still count on fun, irreverence and occasional surprises. HAPPY NEW YEAR!
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