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Andrew Mellon meets Bitcoin

“The United States continues to go with digital currency.”   ——- Andrew Mellon was a Pittsburgher and an iconic member of the historic family that founded Mellon Bank.  My father once met Andrew.  Dad was a child selling raffle tickets and accidentally (on purpose) wandered onto the Mellon estate, which is now a park in the […]

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The Creeping of Invasive Ideas!

“The Kudzu Plant!”   ——- I was in South Carolina not so long ago looking at properties when our realtor pointed out an ivy pant that seemed to be everywhere called Kudzu.  My horticultural knowledge is lacking, and therefore, I had not heard of this aggressive plant. Perhaps I am the last person in the United […]

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Big Business & Valentine’s Day!

“$27 billion spent in the United States alone!”   ——- Valentine’s Day is celebrated in many countries around the world, including the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, India, France, Mexico, Brazil, Japan, and many others. It’s a widely recognized holiday for celebrating affection. Many countries, however, celebrate it with different customs. For example, Brazil does […]

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The Big Business of the Big Game!

“Super Bowl 59 will ring the cash register.”   ——- Caesars Superdome is where Super Bowl LIX will take place, in New Orleans, Louisiana,  February 9, 2025 – this Sunday at 6:30 PM Eastern / 3:30 PM Pacific – and as expected, it will be a big payday. Commercials: Super Bowl commercials are known for their […]

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Do the Rich Pay Their Fair Share of Tax?

“It’s almost tax season in the United States.”   ——- Tax Day in the United States is quickly approaching, and it is always an inauspicious date.  Every April 15th, millions of otherwise upbeat and proactive citizens wait until the very last minute before submitting to the inevitable long arm of the taxman.  Entire cottage industries of […]

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Generations

“A great read for the times”   ——- Are you looking for an interesting read that might change your entire business perspective? Well, recently, I read a book called “Generations” by William Strauss & Neil Howe that you might benefit from. It is relevant to our business interests discussed within this newsletter because it does an excellent […]

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The Southern California Wildfires

“The wind shows us how close to the edge we are.” – Joan Didion from her essay “Los Angeles Notebook”  (1968)   ——- I had another article prepared for today as we start into 2025 but after living in Southern California for 34 years, I felt compelled to comment and offer a personal perspective on the […]

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2025!

“For last year’s words belong to last year’s language. And next year’s words await another voice. To make an end is to make a beginning” – T.S. Eliot   ——- 2025 is here!  Here’s an overview of a few notable upcoming events scheduled across various domains, including culture, politics, and sports.   Best Wishes for a Prosperous […]

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Thank You to Our Contributors!

“There is nothing to writing. All you do is sit down at the typewriter and bleed.” – Ernest Hemingway ——- This year we were again very pleased and proud to offer some exciting contributions from experts for the benefit of our readership. I am confident you have enjoyed their insights and if you have not […]

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Number 400!

“I became a publisher to come as close as possible to the heart of the world.” – Henry Luce, American Magazine Magnate ——- Edition Number 400! I wanted to take this opportunity to thank you for following this newsletter as we mark the 400 edition of our periodical which we consider a major achievement. Every […]

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