Changing Narratives: Balak

Due to the attempted assassination of Presidential Candidate Donald Trump, I thought it would be fruitless exercise to finish and post anything this weekend. An act of political violence which left one spectator killed and two others were seriously wounded certainly consumes a country’s psyche. With this event, the talking heads abound have come forwardContinue reading “Changing Narratives: Balak”

The Art of Leading: Korach, A Ten Commandments’ Moment

” The Lord said to Moses: Put Aaron’s staff back in front of the Testimony as a keepsake [and] a sign for rebellious ones. Then their complaints against Me will end and they will not die.” Numbers 17:25 Shortly after passing the bar examination, lawyers are promptly sworn-in and can immediately practice law. Despite havingContinue reading “The Art of Leading: Korach, A Ten Commandments’ Moment”

Thou Shalt Not Pander: A Ten Commandments’ Tale

We are not tacos National Association of Hispanic Journalists pandering runs on the borderline of dishonesty. an honest compliment can be special. dr. jill biden’s speech writers created a historically embarrassing moment for the first lady. in a speech before the national assocaition of hispanic journalists, first lady jill biden literally equated hispanics to “breakfastContinue reading “Thou Shalt Not Pander: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”

She Nailed It In 4 Words: A Ten Commandments’ Tale

“For over 100 years, we have been taken for granted I will show you what real representation looks like. I will represent all people.” mayra flores newly elected texas congressperson mayra flores was interviewed. she brilliantly reduced her values’ message to four simple words: “god, family, our community.” foxnews.com when you think about it, thisContinue reading “She Nailed It In 4 Words: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”

A Celebration of Rabbi Wolpe: A Ten Commandments’ Tale

The woman conceived and bore a son, and [when] she saw him that he was good, she hid him for three months exodus 2:2 the son referenced in the quote above is moses. the commentator rashi noted with respect to the use of the word “good, ” was that “when he was born, the entireContinue reading “A Celebration of Rabbi Wolpe: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”

“Not Sure” But “Damn Close”: A Ten Commandments’ Tale

the mike judge’s 2006, movie idiocracy is far from being a great movie. it, however, is an important movie. a “must see” movie. it is perhaps the “1984” of movies. given a recent poll, idiocracy may have predicted who will win the 2024 united states presidential election. mr. mike judge, along with writer mr. etanContinue reading ““Not Sure” But “Damn Close”: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”

An Amazing Forkless Life? A Ten Commandments’ Tale

When you come to a fork in the road, take it. yogi berra most lives present with forks in the road. aspirations, educational choices, and vocational goals don’t always transpire as initially conceived. “how did i get here?” made famous in the song “once in a lifetime” rings true when we awaken and look atContinue reading “An Amazing Forkless Life? A Ten Commandments’ Tale”

The One Mile High: A Ten Commandments’ Tale

the state of colorado, and denver have both unwise voters and politicians. both failed to appreciate the cost of a “guilt free” marijuana high. they are now paying the price. “guilt free” marijuana brings with it the destruction to the fabric of communities. while marijuana users longed to feel comfortable engaging in substance abuse andContinue reading “The One Mile High: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”

A Brilliant Mind’s $1.00 Ploy: A Ten Commandments’ Tale

remarkable people take the game of life to a higher level. these individuals have the power to take others along with them for a ride. in this instance, one’s simple act was actually one of great complexity. was it the vision of a great leader? the lubavitcher rebbe, menachem mendel schneerson, in the 1980s, famouslyContinue reading “A Brilliant Mind’s $1.00 Ploy: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”

An Outstanding Name, Image and Likeness: A Ten Commandments’ Tale

college athletes are now able to make money licensing their name, image and likeness. businesses would be wise to invest in mr. jamal sheed, a university of houston basketball player. he is a winner. outrageous displays of unsportsmanlike conduct by both fans and players are damaging the reputation of collegiate sports. a university of tennesseeContinue reading “An Outstanding Name, Image and Likeness: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”