Character

Sunday Journal #13

Remembering who you are will guide your every action

Dec 8, 2025

Flattery and the Fragile Leader

When tyrants and sycophants are mutually exposed

Dec 5, 2025

Does Character Still Matter?

Rediscovering the virtues that shaped our leaders — and what they can still teach us today.

Nov 12, 2025

The Grace of Power & the Power of Grace

Victory without magnanimity is no victory at all.

Nov 5, 2025

The Seven Social Sins

The price of civilization is not paid in currency but in conscience.

Oct 22, 2025

The Fault Is in Ourselves

History is replete with examples of fearmongering to bring to heel those deemed unworthy.

Oct 8, 2025

Lessons from MacArthur’s West Point Speech: Vulnerability & Courage

The second in a series of connections to Timeless & Timely topics in his 1962 speech.

Aug 8, 2025

Scandal Without Scrutiny

The long shadow of unaccountable power

Jul 24, 2025

No Paine, No Gain

A collection of Thomas Paine quotes sets the tone for this Independence Day.

Jul 4, 2025

Lessons from MacArthur’s West Point Speech: Duty & Honor

The first in a series of connections to Timeless & Timely topics in his 1962 speech

Jun 9, 2025

Malefactors of Great Wealth

How much are your principles worth?

Feb 27, 2025

Profiles in Cowardice

Not making a decision is making a decision. The coward’s way.

Oct 30, 2024

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