Often when I speak with students, I discover they are searching for their own path as much as anyone else of any age. Humbled, I realize and say, “Dream and do.” Every dream has potential when you put a little energy into it. Make a list of dreams, learn what you need to learn … Continue reading
Category Archives: Leaders & People
Art as a Peacemaker in Afghanistan?
Impossible to imagine that art could possibly be a mechanism to bring peace and prosperity to the Afghan community. However, in the midst of war, terror by local militia, food shortages, domestic violence, artisans are finding peace and hope by crafting silk scarves, jewelry and even modifying traditional tent lining felt into home interior products for … Continue reading
An Unexpected Perspective of the Opening of the Berlin Wall
New York Times columnist Roger Cohen interviews the East German border guard who opened the gates to the west and forever changed the history of Germany, Europe and the end to the Cold War. As Cohen says in the interview, this could have gone so differently. Continue reading
Helen Thomas, “Listen Up, Mr. President”
Helen Thomas, new book, advice for the President.
Helen Thomas, a remarkable woman, continues to inspire, motivate and ask the tough questions. Being the longest serving reporter at the White House, she even has the distinction of having her own seating assignment in the center seat of the front row of the White House Press Briefing Room. Alongside her are NBC, AP, CBS, ABC, Reuters and CNN. Continue reading
“350” 24 October 2009 International Day of Climate Change
Climate change. It has been an elusive issue in the political world yet it is an alarming visible reality in remote regions of the world. Recent reports indicate less Arctic Sea ice, more Carbon Dioxide, an increased sea level, an increased global temperature and a larger ozone hole, which are mobilizing the global community to … Continue reading
Dalai Lama Visits Adas Israel Congregation, Washington, DC
Today, another Nobel Peace Prize winner was in Washington, D.C. On a slightly overcast day with rain drops sprinkling from the sky, the Dalai Lama visited Adas Israel Congregation to meet with the community. Following the seven days of the Festival of Sukkot, it was only fitting that on this holiday of Shemini Atzeret, Rabbi … Continue reading
Obama Receives Nobel Peace Prize
In a remarkable move the Nobel Peace Prize for 2009 has been award to President Barack Obama. In a short nine months in office, President Obama has inspired people around the world. A new dynamic has entered the global discussion on how do we collectively handle climate change issues, the global financial crisis, the threat … Continue reading
Harvest – Know Your Farmer Know Your Food
Know Your Farmer Know Your Food: Farmers are taking the lead in bring the best, fresh produce and products to the markets and restaurants. Continue reading
Earth Aid – New Trend
Success happens when all opposing sectors join for a common goal. Earth Aid educates, rewards, monitors and reminds consumers of new trends in energy efficiency. Partnering with government energy offices and local businesses, Earth Aid offers tips on ways to save electricity, conserve water, save gas and the overall environmental benefit of being energy efficient. … Continue reading
Who is Delia at the Mansion House?
Mount Vernon, the plantation estate of George Washington the first president of the United States of American, held the 26th Memorial Service for the hundreds of slaves who built and maintained the plantation. In addition, the ceremony honored African Americans who fought for the freedom of the U.S. Black Women United for Action, together with … Continue reading
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