Author: Samuel B. Bacharach
Last night had the occasion to take my 12-year-old son to see a Broadway production of A Man for All Seasons starring Frank Langella.  It’s been years since I saw the original movie, and I had forgotten much of the detail.  To refresh your memory, Henry VIII wanted to divorce Katherine of Aragon and More did not offer his support to the king’s decision.  Later on, More refused to attend the coronation …

Author: Samuel B. Bacharach
There has been much said about the leadership team that is emerging in Washington.  Who leaders rely on will often determine the tactics and the policies that will emerge.  A competent leader, therefore, tends to surround himself or herself with the “best and brightest”.  When a new leader takes over an organization, there is always the hope that they will bring the most knowledgeable, competent, and informed individuals, and these appointments will …

Author: William J. Sonnenstuhl
When we look at the history of healthcare in the US, it is obvious that the failure has been one of leadership.  Not necessarily leadership at the top, but leadership at the second level.  The Clinton administration’s failure of healthcare was not a failure of vision, but one of execution.  The same could be said of the Nixon administration, and every one since.  By appointing Tom Daschle, Obama is sending a message …