The best of human nature always reveals itself in response to the worst. Compassion, service and a genuine sense of community is the most powerful antidote to the disease of hatred.
Thoughts on Las Vegas: Live a Life that Matters
Words, even deep and genuine feelings of compassion, are so impotent in the face of inexplicable and despicable tragedy. So many people have been afflicted by unearned and ongoing pain from the hurricanes and the Las Vegas murders it is hard not to to be by overwhelmed by the enormity of the challenge events like this present. Those of us …
Thoughts on Las Vegas: Cops Have to be Brave
A gun, a badge, even body armor can’t protect the heart of people who care. Cops have to be brave and tough; they have to run toward the shooter and shield others from danger but don’t think they do not feel deeply harm they can’t prevent. Never take for granted the health and well-being of those who serve and protect. …
Thoughts on Las Vegas: The Caring of Strangers
When terrible things happen often all that can protect us or ease our pain is the caring of strangers and the commitment and skill of EMTs, ambulance drivers, police and doctors and nurses. We must celebrate and encourage the best that is in us, not demean our potential with easy cynicism. Human nature is complex but it can be grand …
In The News: Former Penn State President Spanier gets jail time in Sandusky case
This grossly under-reported story should alarm top executives of all organizations. Though the sentences were relatively short — two months in jail plus another two under house arrest — the fact that former President Graham Spanier, Athletic Director Tim Curley and Sr. VP for Finance Gary Schultz will actually be imprisoned for failing to properly address allegations that ass’t football …
Chief Compliance Officer Fined, Barred From Work as Banamex Reaches NPA
Sue Reisinger, Corporate Counsel Once again, the federal government has held a chief compliance officer personally liable for failing to stop a company’s misconduct. The CCO worked at Banamex USA in Los Angeles, a banking subsidiary of Citigroup Inc.