It’s time to once again reveal some of my dark secrets for writing newspaper columns. To pull back the curtain. Air the dirty laundry. And, my favorite, show how the sausage is made. Today’s lesson: How to make fun of things that really deserve to be made fun of because … well, because they’re easy […]
Because no matter how hard humans try, wish or demand, natural law always wins. Thank God it does. I mean, where would our lives be without the law of gravity, the law of relativity, the law of attraction and the rest of the laws governing the universe? In total disorder, that’s where. Or, in relation […]
At best, Congress and the White House have dithered over pro-growth policies. At worst, and far closer to the truth, Washington has pushed an anti-growth agenda including higher taxes and more regulation, protectionism and government spending. There are examples of elected officials making positive contributions, however. Where? In certain states. Consider some key tax changes […]
At a time when rising food prices cause financial hardship and insecurity for many Americans, burning alcohol made from corn in gasoline engines seems absurd. In its infinite wisdom, Congress enacted a law in 2005 requiring oil companies to blend renewable fuels produced by converting biological material into ethanol, biodiesel or other liquid fuels with […]
Imagine if small business owners were like teachers who could assign grades. Now imagine if business owners could assign grades to the federal government. What do you suppose those grades might be? As it turns out, no imagination is required. The Goldman Sachs investment banking company recently surveyed a total of more than 1,800 small […]
If the train version worked for Ol’ Benito, someone running for president of the United States might give it a go as a slogan. Even Mayor Pete might try it because in his alternative universe, there’s no irony or shame. Even though the only way he got his bike to run on time was to […]
Making predictions is never easy, especially for small business owners and managers. Unlike their larger counterparts, small firms don’t always have the resources necessary to monitor and adapt to new consumer trends or economic changes. Even entrepreneurs who’ve experienced numerous business cycles face new circumstances that confound their instincts and knowledge. It’s important at the […]
If it ever was a secret, it’s not only out, but also out on an increasingly larger scale. To wit: The Grand Valley is a really cool place to visit. And, for that matter, to work and live. That’s good news in promoting travel and tourism and attracting visitors who stay in hotels, eat in […]
How can anyone be shocked classified documents were found in the homes and offices of President Joe Biden? If you are, then put down the Kool-Aid. After all, Democrats have known this since before the election in November. Guess what? First, they didn’t tell the American people. Second, knowing Democrats as I do, they’ve known […]
The Colorado Chamber of Commerce is in the solutions business. We believe a strong business environment equals a strong and thriving economy. We advocate for industry growth and pro-business policies to support and improve the cost of doing business; the quantity of educated skilled workers; and Colorado’s critical infrastructure, which include roads, telecommunications, water and […]