Introduction by Newt Gingrich When I first came to Washington, government shutdowns were rare and always painful. They were moments of failure — not strategy. Both sides saw them as last resorts, not political tools. Today, that sense of responsibility has vanished. What we’re witnessing from Senator Chuck Schumer isn’t leadership — it’s calculation. This … [Read more...] about Chuck Schumer’s Shutdown Gamble: Power Over Principle
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Reforming the Senate & What the Filibuster Debate Really Means
Introduction by George Washington“When we first conceived this Union, I believed the Senate would serve as the nation’s steady heart — a place where reason might temper passion, and where conscience might restrain ambition. Yet I observe now that what was meant as a shield for liberty has too often become a weapon against it.”The filibuster, designed to preserve … [Read more...] about Reforming the Senate & What the Filibuster Debate Really Means
Leadership Beyond 2025: Vision, Empathy & Innovation
Introduction by Howard Gardner When we speak of leadership, we often focus narrowly on strategy, power, or charisma. Yet leadership is fundamentally about human development. The way leaders shape the growth of individuals, teams, and societies determines whether their legacy will be one of division or unity, of stagnation or renewal.In the 21st century, the … [Read more...] about Leadership Beyond 2025: Vision, Empathy & Innovation