The world has risk-laden problems to solve. Higher borrowing rates are indicia of higher risks to returns on capital, but the cries for lower rates do not appear to resonate with capital’s search for high returns that compensate for higher risks. If the Federal Reserve System is to meet its statutory dual mandate of stable … Continue reading Is it time for the Federal Reserve to raise the federal funds rate?
The Federal Reserve Board on Wednesday announced it will extend through May 31, 2024, the public comment period for the application by Capital One Financial Corporation of McLean, Virginia, to acquire Discover Financial Services of Riverwoods, Illinois. The comment period is being extended to provide additional time for interested parties to comment on the proposal. … Continue reading Federal Reserve Board announces it will extend through May 31, 2024, the public comment period for the application by Capital One Financial Corporation to acquire Discover Financial Services
For the last five and a half years, I have been what I term a legal risky data analyst. This is my nomenclature for what are otherwise known as document review attorneys. Using analog i.e., paper or digital i.e., electronic techniques, we pour over and through documents looking for privileged information or confidential information ensuring … Continue reading There are three classes of lawyer: litigator, transactional, and legal risky data analyst.
Will blacks have to create an alternative device for influencing American politics? Continue reading Does being black mean having nothing to trade politically?
Watching a television commercial featuring an attorney claiming how much money he can win for you in a personal injury suit or seeing a billboard featuring extravagantly dressed attorneys standing in front of a Rolls Royce is enough to give consumers the impression that attorneys are nothing but ambulance chasers. I can see why the … Continue reading The attorney’s role in a political economy goes beyond chasing ambulances ….
Can empathy be taught? Yes, it can be taught, but there is a risk that, depending on where the politician is during their growth cycle, signs of empathy may come off more forced than organic.
The journey should start early. An elected or appointed official should not want to risk putting off later in their career the ability to empathize. The voter may not provide her with a long or linear learning curve. Continue reading Being a political leader calls for empathy.
You should take a TEA approach when advocating. Thought requires education and is spread by advocacy. Never forget to be honest to a fault and that the expertise you garner and eventually share will build up a policymaker’s trust in you. Continue reading How to approach an administrative agency.
, you are capable of being an advocate for your community needs. There are steps that you can take to ensure that your elected official’s campaigns and decision-making take into account your narrative. Getting to know your representatives is an important approach to expanding your influence on the political process. Continue reading Why you should get to know your government representatives.
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