Lois MelinainCounty Democrat ReaderIs Bernie a bully? After Trump, we need to talk about “power”According to Pete Buttigieg, Bernie Sanders would be a “my way or the highway” president. By mocking Buttigieg’s accomplishments with…Feb 19, 2020Feb 19, 2020
Lois MelinainCounty Democrat ReaderThere’s still time to demand that the Senate defend the ConstitutionThe desire for political freedom and autonomy has brought massive protests to Hong Kong, Barcelona, and India.Dec 11, 2019Dec 11, 2019
Lois MelinainCounty Democrat ReaderIs Joe Biden the Walter Mondale of 2020?The front-runner: Former vice president. Long, distinguished career in the Senate. Centrist. Close ties to unions. Proven fundraising…Sep 21, 20195Sep 21, 20195
Lois MelinainCounty Democrat ReaderWe don’t need a leader with charismaIf you read news coverage of the 2020 presidential hopefuls, you might think charisma is important, essential even for the Democratic…May 5, 20192May 5, 20192
Lois MelinaWanted: A commitment to truth and integrity by the Fourth EstatePresident-elect Donald Trump’s latest off-hand remark — this one about accelerating the nuclear arms race — continues to be reported as…Dec 24, 20161Dec 24, 20161
Lois MelinaThe role of leaders in times of changeOne of the responsibilities of a leader, former MIT professor Edgar Schein notes, is to manage anxiety during times of change. In the days…Nov 29, 2016Nov 29, 2016