Jeff Bezos’ willingness to defy Michigan Rep. Andy Levin and 50 other Congressional members is just one of many reasons I’m in awe of the Amazon founder and CEO.
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John Sarno’s Back Surgery Warnings
I’m not a doctor, and I don’t play one on TV. But I know a lot about excruciating back pain, and I’m alarmed by a report saying that spinal surgery is one of the fastest growing medical procedures. If you’re suffering from chronic back pain, there’s a book that can possibly provide you more relief than any orthopod or drug.
Motown Mike Duggan’s Champagne Tastes
Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan revealed last week that he is a politician with champagne tastes and standards. Here’s some other initiatives Duggan’s planning as part of his planned “Detroit – Nothing But The Best” image rebranding campaign.
The Cancelling of NYTimes Reporter Donald McNeil
The New York Times is Ground Zero of America’s cancel culture, and the mean spiritedness responsible for the forced resignation of veteran science reporter Donald McNeil has contaminated journalism and popular culture. The success of the Times and other once elite publications is dependent on continuously fueling negativity and anger.
Welcoming Matt and Kelly Stafford to L.A.
I’m delighted that Detroit Lions quarterback Matt Stafford and his wife Kelly are decamping for L.A. to join the Rams football family. Life in La La Land is going to take some cultural and culinary adjustments, and as a former Detroiter myself I’ve graciously prepared a primer to ease their transition.
Counting My Moderna Vaccine Blessings
Hard as it may be to believe, an irreparable JennAir oven was responsible for me scoring the Moderna Covid-19 vaccine and possibly saving my life.
The Golden Age of Liars
Unless you live in Ontario, Canada, getting caught in a lie or other forms of dishonesty doesn’t have the consequences it once did. In journalism, it’s possibly a career booster.
America’s Lost Morals and Ethics
A recent LinkedIn post by Roderick Mann lamenting how Americans have become numb to corporate and other widespread wrongdoing has been weighing on me. Upon considerable reflection, I’ve concluded the issue isn’t that Americans have become inured to immoral and ethically challenged behavior. It’s that so many are willing to embrace and participate in it.
MacKenzie Scott: America’s Sexiest Woman
It’s unfortunate if you readily know who Kim Kardashian is and aren’t instantly familiar with the exploits of MacKenzie Scott.
In Praise of Fidelity Investments
My argument as to why Fidelity Investments ranks among America’s most extraordinary companies.