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5 Reasons Michael Vick Would Fit Redskins in Washington, DC

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Last week the Atlanta Falcons followed through with their plan to officially sever ties with former quarterback Michael Vick. Good for them. They did what we all knew they’d do.
All should not be considered lost for Mr. Vick. Whether quietly or not-so-quietly, certain team front office executives are conoodling about how they can make adding [...]

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DC Government, Straighten up, the world is watching!

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The who’s who of the free world is expected to descend upon Washington, DC for inauguration week January 19-23.  Never has the city had a greater opportunity to shine and demonstrate that its 60 square miles of power is administered by bright, talented leaders.  Witnessing DC’s recent nonsensical, incessant, jostling over the first 5 a.m., [...]

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Guilty or Not, Jackson Delivers Crisis Comm

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Guilt or innocence notwithstanding, Illinois Representative Jesse Jackson, Jr. adhered to three of the top rules for communicating in a crisis when he responded to the Illinois Governor Blagojevich scandal.  For that, his PR team should be commended.  He was swift, decisive, and transparent with the public and media. As crisis communication guru Henry Fawell [...]

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