http://www.theharwoodinstitute.org Harwood Online Wed, 10 Mar 2010 17:12:53 CST en-us http://www.theharwoodinstitute.org/ht/d/ViewBloggerThread/i/25280 http://www.theharwoodinstitute.org/ht/d/ViewBloggerThread/i/25280 Tue, 09 Mar 2010 12:16:47 CST I know people have said the health care summit came and went with scant notice â€" that it was either a naïve or cynical political move. But we should look again. There’s genuine potential in holding a series of summits that the Obama Administration should seize. It would be good politics; even more, a real contribution for the country. Before you dismiss me out of hand, please read on. At the moment, our politics are a mess. Battles between Democrats and Republicans are at fever pitch.... ericuus@gmail.com (Rich Harwood) http://www.theharwoodinstitute.org/ht/d/ViewBloggerThread/i/25239 http://www.theharwoodinstitute.org/ht/d/ViewBloggerThread/i/25239 Tue, 02 Mar 2010 09:33:29 CST Just to the north of us sits a grand and vast nation that just hosted the 2010 Winter Olympics with grace and aplomb. As I watched the Olympics unfold, I was reminded of what it means to have a neighbor you respect, even adore. And I was reminded of the beauty of patriotism that comes in the form of humble devotion. First, before another word, let me get something off my chest: I am a devoted hockey fan, and I was crushed when Canada defeated Team USA on Sunday, 3-2 in overtime. I remember... ericuus@gmail.com (Rich Harwood) http://www.theharwoodinstitute.org/ht/d/ViewBloggerThread/i/25206 http://www.theharwoodinstitute.org/ht/d/ViewBloggerThread/i/25206 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 11:29:42 CST Lots of people are saying the televised health care summit on Thursday will be all show and no substance. While the meeting itself may produce little, the nation is at a critical inflection point. There’s a way out of the current gridlock and acrimony, but it will take real courage and humility by President Obama and congressional leaders to make progress. Here’s how to start. It’s safe to say that public discourse on health care has reached an impasse. No one is budging. That... ericuus@gmail.com (Rich Harwood) http://www.theharwoodinstitute.org/ht/d/ViewBloggerThread/i/25128 http://www.theharwoodinstitute.org/ht/d/ViewBloggerThread/i/25128 Tue, 16 Feb 2010 11:34:23 CST I was filled with sorrow when I heard about Patrick Kennedy’s recent decision to leave Congress. My reaction to his announcement is completely different from how I feel about the many Congressional members now lining up to leave town. Patrick Kennedy helps us to see what personal redemption might look like. As a nation, we need him. Here’s why. Over 15 years ago, I received a series of major grants from the Pew Charitable Trusts to work on issues of political conduct. As part of that... ericuus@gmail.com (Rich Harwood) http://www.theharwoodinstitute.org/ht/d/ViewBloggerThread/i/25060 http://www.theharwoodinstitute.org/ht/d/ViewBloggerThread/i/25060 Tue, 09 Feb 2010 13:45:23 CST I was stuck in my 43-degree house for days after the power and heat got cut off during our recent snow storm. It’s been a cold and dark house; and all time seemed to stop. But there’s been some light. Indeed, sitting with layers of blankets draped around me, I’ve had lots of time to think. Oh, the lessons from Snowmageddon. 1. Did you hear the uplifting stories about Drew Brees, the New Orleans Saints quarterback? He’s the real deal, a real leader. He’s not just a football player... ericuus@gmail.com (Rich Harwood)