I digress … thoughts on fish & the environment
Legislators don’t have perfect knowledge. From time to time, events will transpire that deserve adjusting the application of a well-intentioned implementation measure. The original legislative intent would not be served by adopting the measure. Or, adopting the measure would harm the reputation of the EU or the law. This will preserve the integrity of the … Read more
The concrete wall, headfirst, charging strategy It has taken me a long time to understand why some campaigns seem to be someone running headfirst, at speed, without a helmet, into a concrete wall. And then picking themselves up, mopping up the blood, and doing it again, and again. < /div> Why does this happen Over … Read more
Most lobbying efforts are going to fail. This applies to lobbying work by both industry and NGO interests. Backdrop I’ve been curious why so many people spend a lot of effort on doing something that, objectively, you can know before you even start, is going to fail. I thought failing, heroically of course, was just … Read more
The English language has a rich tapestry of phrases that can describe your work as a lobbyist. Here is a selection. If you have more, send them, and I’ll add them. _____________________________________________ To commit political suicide: To do something that will end your political career, or throw yourself into the political wilderness. Strange bedfellows: Unusual … Read more