The Leaker in the Executive Suite
The Senate testimony by former FBI director James Comey didn’t offer much new information about his dealings with President Trump, but it did provide useful insights about one thing: who leaks to the media and why.
The New York Times Really Wants Your News Tips
The New York Times is jumping into the market for news tips in a very visible way. A visit to its homepage reveals a notice inviting readers to share “confidential news tips.” It even has a webpage with advice on how to submit sensitive materials securely. Tips – anonymous and otherwise – have always been […]
BlackRock Plays the Victim in ETF Drama
Portraying yourself as a victim can be a great communication strategy. It deflects attention and can even arouse sympathy. BlackRock CEO Larry Fink has been playing the part masterfully ever since a volatile stock market exposed flaws in one of his company’s biggest products. But is BlackRock the victim – or the villain?
The Shortest Campaign Sound-Bite Ever
The votes are in, and the best sound-bite from the Democratic candidates’ debate last week belonged to Hillary Clinton. Not only was it the best retort of the night, it was perhaps the shortest sound-bite in presidential debate history.
What Hillary Clinton Can Learn From Donald Trump
We’re past the point where Donald Trump’s rise to the top of the Republican heap can be explained by luck or a passing summer fling. No, it’s more than that, and Hillary Clinton and her advisers could learn a thing or two from how Trump is campaigning.