I digress … thoughts on fish & the environment
In any area, there will be key books that you’ll find useful to read to better understand the issue. I’ve found that is no better way to grasp the core of an issue than reading books and papers. The benefit of reading a lot is a good idea made by Charlie Munger and Warren Buffet. … Read more
Recently, I wrote a checklist on what to put in a position paper. I unexpectedly hit a raw nerve with some. There are quite a few who think the idea of reading through 27 pages, single spacing, in font 10 on Friday evening is all part of the course for any official. Given so much … Read more
Working with unconventional Coalitions If you want to win in Brussels, it makes sense to work as part of a coalition. I’d like to detail some cases of those coalitions – the unconventional – and some of the results they can deliver. I am not talking about the conventional coalitions – the Green 10 or … Read more
Numbers are essential and are used a lot in public policymaking and lobbying. There is just one problem. Nobody really understands numbers. Numbers can cause confusion, annoyance, and often, the rejection of your position. This book provides some principles that show you how you translate numbers into a language that people can understand and use. … Read more