I digress … thoughts on fish & the environment
Aaron For the last few years, I’ve taught on a course at the EUI, “Unboxing the European Commission.” Over the years, the slides and case studies have been refined and become more forensic. The Commission’s working practices evolve. Yet, 99% of ordinary legislation goes through a familiar journey of adoption and legislative passage. The politics and … Read more
A lot of interests have the sense that they are not listened to in EU Brussels. They are likely right. I’ve long been curious why does an ancient Professor or the fishing industry, have more policy and political clout than a leading CEO or economic powerhouse industry. I’ve seen firsthand that the meek and (economically) … Read more
Recently, I was asked for help on an issue. After discussing the issue, I declined the work. First, I did not have the time needed to do a good job. Second, it was outside my narrow zone of competence. It is a lot easier to do good work in the few areas that you’ve mastered … Read more
Book Review. Des Wilson. Pressure: The A to Z of Campaigning in Britain. 1984 I received this classic book as a generous gift on Thursday and finished reading it this morning. The great campaigners and lobbyists I’ve worked with and learned from all spoke about the campaigns of Des Wilson. He wrote this ‘how … Read more