"Detroit's honchos blew whatever chance they had for public sympathy last week when it was revealed that they had flown down to the Capitol in separate corporate jets to extend their collective tin cup."
SERIOUSLY?!?! The extent of some people's stupidity boggles my mind.
Monday, November 24, 2008
Friday, November 14, 2008
Bad for Baby
With the tagline "best for baby," you would think that Evenflo would take better care of its employees, many of whom are surely parents. If you did think that, you would be wrong. Evenflo is conducting lay-offs at its Dayton-area headquarters today, terminating employees with as many as 15 years of service. At least one laid-off employee is currently pregnant.
How is it "best for baby" if Evenflo is laying off parents with no notice right before the holidays? I'd call that "bad for baby."
Send a message to Evenflo that we will not tolerate this kind of behavior from a company that is supposed to help us nurture and protect our children. Boycott Evenflo products immediately.
How is it "best for baby" if Evenflo is laying off parents with no notice right before the holidays? I'd call that "bad for baby."
Send a message to Evenflo that we will not tolerate this kind of behavior from a company that is supposed to help us nurture and protect our children. Boycott Evenflo products immediately.
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
Lunch with Madam Secretary
I just returned from a luncheon address given by former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright at the City Club of Cleveland. She is both brilliant and funny, and it was an honor to be in the same room with her. She spoke on the main issues that will affect our president-elect - fighting terrorism without creating more terrorists, the economy, the environment, globalization, non-proliferation of nuclear arms and the promotion of democracy.
Three points that she made really hit home with me:
1) The Iraq war has been going on longer than World War II lasted.
2) She stated that the upcoming election is the most important of her lifetime. That is no small statement for someone who is 71 years old.
3) You have to talk to people you don't like. This doesn't always mean exchanging pleasantries, but refusing to talk to someone because you don't like them isn't going to solve any problems.
Despite her thoughtful and intelligent comments, the point that hit home with me the most was delivered by the City Club's Director of Operations, Gary Musselman. He asked us to consider three candidates:
A) A chain-smoker who has two mistresses
B) Does not wake before noon, had an addiction to opium and drinks a quart of whiskey every night
C) Is a vegetarian, non-smoker and has never cheated on his wife
Which candidate would you pick?
A) Franklin Delano Roosevelt
B) Winston Churchill
C) Adolph Hitler
This example made me feel a bit better about the devastating news of John Edwards' affair. I still wish, however, that it would someday be possible for there to be a good politician who is a good man. (Maybe the problem is that it would take a woman to simultaneously fill both of those roles!)
Dr. Albright's speech will be posted on both the City Club website and YouTube next week if you are interested. You can also check out her books: Madam Secretary and Memo to the President Elect.
Three points that she made really hit home with me:
1) The Iraq war has been going on longer than World War II lasted.
2) She stated that the upcoming election is the most important of her lifetime. That is no small statement for someone who is 71 years old.
3) You have to talk to people you don't like. This doesn't always mean exchanging pleasantries, but refusing to talk to someone because you don't like them isn't going to solve any problems.
Despite her thoughtful and intelligent comments, the point that hit home with me the most was delivered by the City Club's Director of Operations, Gary Musselman. He asked us to consider three candidates:
A) A chain-smoker who has two mistresses
B) Does not wake before noon, had an addiction to opium and drinks a quart of whiskey every night
C) Is a vegetarian, non-smoker and has never cheated on his wife
Which candidate would you pick?
A) Franklin Delano Roosevelt
B) Winston Churchill
C) Adolph Hitler
This example made me feel a bit better about the devastating news of John Edwards' affair. I still wish, however, that it would someday be possible for there to be a good politician who is a good man. (Maybe the problem is that it would take a woman to simultaneously fill both of those roles!)
Dr. Albright's speech will be posted on both the City Club website and YouTube next week if you are interested. You can also check out her books: Madam Secretary and Memo to the President Elect.
Friday, September 26, 2008
Patch Adams
I just watched this movie for the first time last night. All I can say is - WOW. What an amazing story! This movie should be required viewing for every medical student, and every doctor should probably watch it once every three years or so.
If you've seen the movie, you know that it is based on a true story. To see what Patch Adams is up to today, click here.
Gesundheit!
If you've seen the movie, you know that it is based on a true story. To see what Patch Adams is up to today, click here.
Gesundheit!
Monday, September 22, 2008
Friday, September 12, 2008
Kicking Off the Season
On Wednesday, we kicked off the 2008-09 PlayhouseSquare season with style. Two of the Radio City Rockettes joined us in hosting Cleveland's longest kick line to bring attention to the hundreds of shows that were going on sale.
It was a bit of organized chaos, as managing an event that large always is, but overall it went very well. 350 people joined us to line up down Euclid Avenue and kick with the Rockettes. The weather was perfect (unlike today...Hurricane Ike seems to have made his way to Cleveland).
As fun as it was, I'll be glad when this week is over. Tonight is our annual Dance Showcase. Afterward, I am going home and going to bed until at least noon tomorrow!
If you'd like to see some photos from our fun day on Wednesday, look here: www.playhousesquare.org/sos.
Cindi
It was a bit of organized chaos, as managing an event that large always is, but overall it went very well. 350 people joined us to line up down Euclid Avenue and kick with the Rockettes. The weather was perfect (unlike today...Hurricane Ike seems to have made his way to Cleveland).
As fun as it was, I'll be glad when this week is over. Tonight is our annual Dance Showcase. Afterward, I am going home and going to bed until at least noon tomorrow!
If you'd like to see some photos from our fun day on Wednesday, look here: www.playhousesquare.org/sos.
Cindi
Friday, August 8, 2008
Why I Won't Be Voting in November
My faith in public servants has been shattered. I am now fully and finally convinced that you absolutely cannot trust anyone in public office. I am personally hurt and disappointed to learn that John Edwards admitted to having an affair today. I really thought he was better than that and I am ashamed of myself for being fooled. You can read the story here:
http://blogs.wsj.com/washwire/2008/08/08/john-edwards-admits-to-affair-convention-role-unclear/?mod=googlenews_wsj.
I no longer believe that it matters who is elected president. All of the candidates are crooked and none of them will serve us faithfully.
Who's up for moving to Canada? At least they have a decent national sport...
http://blogs.wsj.com/washwire/2008/08/08/john-edwards-admits-to-affair-convention-role-unclear/?mod=googlenews_wsj.
I no longer believe that it matters who is elected president. All of the candidates are crooked and none of them will serve us faithfully.
Who's up for moving to Canada? At least they have a decent national sport...
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