Given how critical I am of the American education system, people are often surprised to learn that I think teachers need to be paid more.

"Why would you pay them more when they're doing such a bad job?"

To which I reply, "You get what you pay for."

dishwashers are only useful as storage units, such as in case of a flood or a robbery.

I like to wear my suit to spice things up. But the people around me keep telling me that I’m overdressed. I think dressing formally is the most visible way of showing that I have brought my A game, though

I still believe in small social protocols like e.g. wearing appropiate clothing to work 👔

Nowadays I feel like most people just think of it as an old fashioned annoyance. I don't think that's true it serves a real purpose

A value I hold strongly in friendships and networks—one that might surprise people—is quality over quantity. In a world where networking often seems to prioritize expanding circles and having numerous connections, I focus instead on building a smaller number of genuine, deep relationships.

Governments of integrity are crucial to the wealth and prosperity of a nation. Governments of integrity rarely arise without strong participation from a good number of citizens actively working to keep them honest.