Pool Party

Oh, the fun continues in the Presidential race.  To steal from Jon Stewart’s Daily Show, how many times was the phrase “small town values” used during the Republican Convention — and what does it actually mean?  When Stewart’s onsite “reporters” asked the delegates, most were literally dumbfounded, although they threw around a number of vague terms: church (Christian), America, unlocked doors, flags, family. 

Count me among the Blue coastliners, so I’m getting worried with the momentum of the McCain/Palin ticket.  The Palin VP choice was brilliant, solely in terms of gaining the attention of waffling moderates. 

Somone just sent me this doctored photo that’s been circulating on the Internet.  The photo, although obviously fake, essentially sums up my view of her qualifications.  Candidly, I don’t think it’s fair to question her decision to run with five kids in tow — nor do I care that she’s about to be a 44-year-old grandmother.  Certainly, a male candidate wouldn’t get such scrutiny.  However, it, indeed, is fair to question her credentials and ultra-conservative policies.  Bottom line: I don’t think she’s the right choice to be a heartbeat away from the Presidency on a ticket where the Presidential candidate is in his early 70s.  My official endorsement is yet to be posted, but I think I’ve had my fill of shot-down and crash-landed fighter pilots as President.     

The "doctored" VP candidate.

PR Opps

I’ve been rather radio silent of late, given Summer vacation — and the demands of running your own operation.  I’ve never been busier in my life.  But I’ve got to stay current with my posts, so there will be activity over the coming days.  In the meantime, here’s a quick update on two positions that are open:

• Toy Industry Association — VP of Government Affairs, D.C.-based.  Contact Stephanie Chaconas, 202-654-7852, schaconas@russellreynolds.com.
• T-Mobile — Corp. Communications Director.  Contact Scott Ziluck, 305-937-4417, scottzil@aol.com.