Planning to Speak at a School Board Meeting?
This article was originally published in The Santa Barbara Independent on August 27, 2025. School boards are the epitome of local politics in the United States. With…
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Déjà Vu! On the Campaign Trail – It’s Groundhog Day All Over Again!
It’s not surprising to hear Presidential candidate Donald Trump mock and deride his opponent, calling Kamala Harris stupid and mentally impaired, the worst thing that…
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Hillary Clinton’s Chortle, Giggle, Cackle, or Chuckle: Who’ll have the last laugh?
When a woman seeks the top executive position in this country, she takes a huge risk. Every pundit and source of opposition will find ways…
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In the Case of Texas Senator Wendy Davis’ Heroic Filibuster
Consider the case of Texas Senator Wendy Davis as a barometer reflecting much of the country’s attitudes towards women. Davis is an outspoken feminist seeking…
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Got Mockery? The Marathon Press Conference That Made Things Worse
Have you been keeping tabs on the drama that is unfolding in New Jersey? As someone who coaches executive leaders in designing and delivering high-level…
