Republicans are completely befuddled by Obama's 'star power' and don't seem to have a clear or effective strategy to compete.
If we care about the average working American, then Wal-Mart matters. A lot.
Money is a short-term result that incentivizes short-term decision making.
The cost of leadership is self-interest.
I love science fiction - always have.
Believing that your competition is stronger and better than you pushes you to better yourselves.