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Appearing on CNN with Anderson Cooper, film director Spike Lee implored President Obama to infuse his handling of the Gulf oil spill with more emotion. Demonstrating the astute analysis we have come to expect from the director, Lee implored Obama to “one time, go off.”
Perhaps he is of the same mind as Bill Maher, that the authentic black man is one who is always armed and resorts to violence and loud-talking when things do not go his way. (Note to self: On the way home from the liquor store, I must pick up my Glock from the gun shop.)...
The Leadership Deficit
The word leadership is a descriptive term. To provide leadership is to lead…not follow or make speeches and hit the campaign trail. It means facing the music along with receiving the ataboys. It means taking responsibility and delegating.
There are many leadership traits a successful leader must demonstrate, but essential characteristics of a successful leader are Honest, Forward-Looking, Competent, Inspiring, Intelligent, etc.
President Obama, Reid and Pelosi have all fallen short when it comes to demonstrating successful leadership traits. They have failed the people and our Republic...
Al Barrs, Retired
Greenwood, FL
albarrs@wfeca.net