Author: J. Michael Dennis
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A Call for Enforceable Regulatory Compliance Standards in Corporate Safety and Accountability
Lessons from the Bhopal Disaster Abstract On December 3, 1984, more than 40 tons of methyl isocyanate gas leaked from Union Carbide Corporation Limited [UCCL] pesticide plant in Bhopal India, in what has been coined “The Worst Industrial Disaster The World Has Ever Known”, immediately killing at least 3,800 people and causing significant morbidity and…
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Finding a Job When You Are 73 Years Old
IN THE ACTUAL ECONOMY, WHAT ARE THE CHANCES FOR A 73-YEAR-OLD INDIVIDUAL TO FIND A JOB? The chances of a 73-year-old individual finding a job in the actual economy can be quite challenging, but it ultimately depends on various factors. Here are some key considerations: While the challenges are significant, the chances of finding a…
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THE “DEATH-GROUND” STRATEGY
CREATE A SENSE OF URGENCY AND DESPERATION THE “DEATH-GROUND” STRATEGY You are your own worst enemy! You waste precious time dreaming of the future instead of engaging in the present. You are only half involved in what you do! The only way to change is through action and outside pressure. You have to put yourself…
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Far-right Parties Are Seducing Young Voters Across The World
J. Michael Dennis Fri 14 Jun 2024 11:00 EST FIGHTING PRECARITY: Young people, all around the world, are abandoning mainstream, a sign that their anxieties are not being heard. That far-right parties fared well in the European elections came as no surprise. Surveys had consistently foretold their triumph. The populist right has been on the…
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The Sum of Our Experiences
“This exercise required both self-reflection and examination of past experiences. It was truly transformative for me, and I hope it will be for you too.” While it seems obvious that our childhood experiences play a significant role in shaping our behaviors as adults, the profound impact on our financial decisions and how we think about…
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The Complexity of Free Speech and Content Moderation
One of the most fiercely debated issues of the current era is what to do about “bad” speech on the internet, particularly on social media platforms. Problematic language, including hate speech, disinformation, and propaganda have been around throughout human history. But, in recent decades, they have been amplified and fundamentally transformed by the advent of…
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The Eight Governing Principles of The Perfect Corporate Officer and Executive
Too many organisations have the wrong idea about what makes the “perfect” corporate executive. Misconceived stereotypes about what makes a perfect executive can cause great harm, and therefore, debunking the stereotypes that help create the idea of the perfect business and corporate executive is truly an important endeavor. Breaking down the stereotypes could help firms…
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TRUMP EXPLAINED
The Trump Manifesto “Draw attention to yourself by creating an unforgettable, even controversial image. Do anything to make yourself seem larger than life and shine more brightly than those around you. Make no distinction between kinds of attention. Notoriety of any sort will bring you power. Better to be slandered and attacked than ignored.” ~…
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