The fact is, most journalists I know are not particularly political. They move around a lot.

Younger colleagues tended to draw untested self-confidence from their bonuses and prestigious degrees.

Many years later, a psychiatrist friend of mine said something to us. He said, "Respect denial." It's a powerful force.

I don't have to deal with the issues of the daily news cycle.

The key is to put your outrage in a place where you can get it when you need to, but not have it bubble up so much, especially when you're asked to explain new ideas or explain what you observed two people who share none of your experiences.

Wars tend to be very public things, they are visible. There are correspondents traveling with the troops and you get daily dispatches.

A little known area often defines the fortunes of leaders -- management skills.