If you’re wondering what the Obama administration will be like, here are a couple of clues:
Barack Obama, CEO in Chief – a Fortune article on Obama’s leadership style. It’s 4 pages long, and make sure you read it to the end, because the really good stuff is on pages 3 and 4. Basically, he likes to keep people who disagree with him in his inner circle, where he actively engages them and questions them before coming to a decision. He learned this from one of his heroes, Abraham Lincoln. He also believes in regularly asking the advice of those who know more than he does, such as Paul Volcker and Warren Buffett for financial issues.
Rahm Emanuel: “Do what you got elected to do” – a Wall Street Journal article that provides a look into the midset of the incoming Chief of Staff. He believes the president needs to do what works, and not put on a show for ideology’s sake.
More and more I’m liking this administration.
Don’t forget the “Save LoLo’s” party tonight, starting at 4:30 – all tips go toward the $8,000 they need to raise by Wednesday to hold on to their lease (see my previous post for more). I’ll be there from about 5 to 6. After that, I’m heading to a small party at friends’ condo in South Main.