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A Certain Legacy

Democrats, Republicans and Independents share a common perspective about Ted Kennedy. While known for his vigorous support of legislation dealing with human and social rights, health care, immigration, and education, he also believed in the legacy of free enterprise. He was far more than a ‘liberal’ who won accolades for championing the rights of the poor and middle class. He collaborated on a great deal of legislation authored by Republican Senate colleagues better known for their support of business. Kennedy rarely shared that spotlight.

Parables and Realities

This country cannot squeeze down public entities so far that basic services suffer. As with all affluent societies, Americans want the level of service to which they have become accustomed. Frankly, that is no longer possible.

Do Chief Executives Matter?

The days of figurehead public CEOs is over. Communities need strong, sensible, innovative thinkers who are focused on the future – not the status quo. Transformation throughout every state and community will occur. The only question is whether public leaders/ managers will strategically lead or be buffeted about by gale force winds of change.