Whether the inversion of the 2-10 bond yield curve spells recession in two years or not, there’s no doubt that the U.S. economy is slowing and the record bull market is getting old. While we’re still doing better than the rest of the world, it’s sort of like having the[…] Read On
Headlines matter, and more than you realize. They may very well be responsible for much of the white supremacy narrative and perceived racial divide in America. And they may also have contributed to the recent wave of mass shootings. “Bay Area Man Injured in Chainsaw Accident” What goes through[…] Read On
TRIGGER WARNING: If you’re a millennial snowflake prone to sensory overload from chattering, whispering, clapping, heckling, hissing or gendered pronouns that may trigger your anxiety and affect your ability to focus, you might want to pass on this, find your nearest safe space, wrap yourself up in a warm wet[…] Read On
We live in strange times. Since I’m admittedly a peculiar person who’s lived a freakishly bizarre life, I don’t say that lightly. If you’d told me 20 years ago that fundamental concepts like capitalism and free speech would come under fire, while identity politics would spark a racial and gender[…] Read On
I live about 45 miles from Gilroy in Silicon Valley. Been to the Garlic Festival quite a few times – always had a blast. Talked to some friends about going this year but the wife had to head out of town so that was that. Will I ever go back,[…] Read On
As you know, I’m not a fan of pomposity. That’s why I don’t watch CNBC’s Shark Tank. I’ve actually had the experience of pitching VCs who sat in judgement while I desperately struggled to raise capital for the startups that were foolish enough to hire me. Raising capital is tough[…] Read On
demagogue : a leader who makes use of popular prejudices and false claims and promises in order to gain power A lot of people think President Trump is a racist, among other things. Not only that, a lot of people believe that anyone who supports him is also a racist, among other things.[…] Read On