Category Archives: Global Development

Texting Your Support

Posted by Tara GrecoThe stories and images we have seen and heard about rescue and recovery efforts on Haiti over the last few days have been riveting, heart-breaking and in a way, unbelievable.The response from governments, faith communities, businesses and NGOs has been immediate and significant.And over the last 60 hours, an amazing wave of [...]
Posted on January 15, 2010 By Tara Greco
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Mandatory Donations—is that a good idea?

Posted by Tara GrecoDid you see the latest story about Goldman Sachs bonuses?GS is considering an expansion of an existing program that requires top executives to give a certain portion of their income to charity.While I applaud the intention, I’m not sure that this is the best way to instill a sense of benevolence within [...]
Posted on January 14, 2010 By Tara Greco
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The Virtual Votes are In

Posted by Craig FullerWe asked readers to tell us who they thought won the Democratic debate in Philadelphia.  Last night and throughout the day we have had people registering their views.  We've closed the survey with the following results:Who won?53%  -  Barack Obama 27%  -  Hillary Clinton 13%  -  It was a draw 7%  -  [...]
Posted on April 17, 2008 By Craig Fuller
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Who Won?

Posted by Craig Fuller If you watched the debate, heard the debate or read about the debate, let Virtual Vantage Points know who you think won. To cast your vote, just click:  Who Won? Also, share what you thought was the most important moment during the debate.  We will post comments as well as the [...]
Posted on April 16, 2008 By Craig Fuller
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There Was a “Loser” In Tonight’s Debate

Posted by Craig FullerWhile supporters will rally around their respective candidate, there does have to be a loser in tonight's debate.  But, the loser may not have been one of the candidates.   I think the media lost.   Both candidates demanded that the discussion needed to move to a higher plane.  Barack Obama strongly [...]
Posted on April 16, 2008 By Craig Fuller
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No Contest….Before the Debate

Posted by Craig FullerOur Virtual Vantage Point readers revealed a pretty clear view as the start of tonight's debate approached.  We closed the survey just a few minutes ago and here are the results: Who do you predict will win tonight's debate? 62% - Barack Obama 20% - Hillary Clinton 18% - A Draw Following [...]
Posted on April 16, 2008 By Craig Fuller
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