by matthewcharlesdavis@gmail.com | Jul 16, 2024 | Thoughts You Can Use
The New York Times released its Best 100 Books of the 21st Century list last week, which is bound to inspire controversy since it’s less than 25% done. The century. Not the list. An interlude: I’m not going to write about Donald Trump being attempt-assassinated here,...
by matthewcharlesdavis@gmail.com | Jul 9, 2024 | Thoughts You Can Use
My mother was always reading a book. It’s my strongest memory of her, as I was growing up. Whether I was in the lounge with her, watching television, or when we were on vacation. There were books within arm’s reach, and she would sooner or later have her...
by matthewcharlesdavis@gmail.com | Jul 2, 2024 | Thoughts You Can Use
When you close your eyes and picture a politician, what do they look like? We’ll come back to that question in a moment. There’s an election in England on July Fourth, and the outcome is in little doubt. Labour will romp home after 14 years of...
by matthewcharlesdavis@gmail.com | Jun 26, 2024 | Thoughts You Can Use
Many of my clients are women of color. I’m lucky that they trust me to help elevate their voices and get them the attention they deserve. I do currently have one white guy as a client, and he’s a joy to work with, too. I don’t discriminate! But...
by matthewcharlesdavis@gmail.com | Jun 19, 2024 | Thoughts You Can Use
I don’t know about you, but I’ve gone through a few rounds of prediction about the upcoming U.S. election. I’ve been certain one side would win. Then certain another side would win. Right now, I’m on the fence. It’s so tough to read an...
