Many people in our world suffer from having selective memory. They’ll call you out on something you say and then play dumb when they do something similar. Politics has always had this problem, and it seems to be getting worse. But these days, it looks like politicians are not alone with what they remember…
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I saw a TV ad recently promoting tourism in Alaska. And the governor kept referring to the great state of Alaska. And I’ve noticed that all politicians do this when talking about the place they represent. What’s the point? It’s not like they’re ever going to admit they represent an awful place…
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Every day I read another news story of a road rage incident here in the Nashville area. Road rage seems to be on the rise in many cities, but it’s gotten much worse here. Is it our growth? Or could it be politics? I’m not sure anyone knows right now…
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In recent months, hate has been an important discussion topic. Some claim that it’s at an all-time high in our society. I honestly think that hate has never gone away, but many were keeping their feelings in check. But, not anymore…
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Objections are a part of every sales job. Lately, it seems you can say the same about life. People only want to look at the negatives rather than think about the positives…
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There are some topics I never thought I’d discuss here on The Mason Minute. And slavery is definitely one of those topics, until today. Earlier this week, I learned that the state of Tennessee still has provisions for slavery in our laws. Like many, I’m both stunned and saddened…
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Over the weekend I was looking through the Mason Minute archive. And I noticed that since COVID-19 engulfed our world, the mood of my podcast has changed a bit. So, I decided to issue myself somewhat of a personal challenge. And this one could be tough…
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I have no words. And if you know anything about me, to say that’s rare is an understatement. What I witnessed happening in Washington DC yesterday has shaken me. It was nearly 20 years ago when the country came together after 9/11. But today, we couldn’t be further apart…
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Over the last few weeks, I’ve had many friends who want to disconnect. And that’s the exact word they’re using. Some want to get away from social media. Some want to escape the political climate. And for those friends who live here in Nashville…
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Have you ever really looked at your signature? Is it the same every time you sign your name? Some states are hassling voters when looking at their signatures making claims that people aren’t who they say they are. This is bringing up concerns for many…
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