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Susan G. Komen Struggles to Recover on Capitol Hill

Komen Race for the Cure

Komen Race for the CureIs it now a case of too little cash too late in the controversy for Susan G. Komen for the Cure’s (SGK) contrite plea to Congress?

SGK founder Nancy Brinker’s letter of apology to members of Congress may not be able to make up for the massive mistakes in messaging during the rift between the fundraiser behemoth and one of its grant recipients, Planned Parenthood, earlier this year.

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Cadince Voluptuous, from shy girl to burlesque star

“We like the nightlife,” says burlesque dancer Cadince Voluptuous of the denizens of her Colorado Springs, Colo. home base. “We also love our great outdoors and the lifestyle that comes with that.”

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Gossip at the Grocer’s

Over the Counter Communication about Cher Juicy gossip has always existed and it has high communication value. Gossip has such power to move information quickly and effectively that most major religions have injunctions against it. It’s in the fine print. We gloss over it as we head to the office water cooler or stretch closer … Read more

NHL Stanley Cup Finals Offer 7 Lessons in Mass Communication Success

What can a T-shirt communicate about a community? The vibration, noise and visual sea of blue and green Vancouver Canuck team hockey jerseys is a testament to the rallying power of a cause that can mobilize an entire community to action, pride and support. Their partners in the final series excitement , the Boston Bruins, … Read more

Anime Appetizer at My Manga Meal

Culture is Communicated and Shared  in Various Ways by Helena Kaufman Ever found that you understand and enjoy more about a culture when literally consuming it?  Oh, you can immerse yourself in travel, or study the language in an intensive setting that compels you to connect with only elements of the new culture. My favorite … Read more

Message in the Manicure

Influence being what it is, I was not surprised to find myself at the manicurist, even after denying it as an ‘artist date’ in my previous blog entry. And, being an observer by nature and profession, I found the need to record the experience, then and now, too hypnotic to resist. Be aware! What you think, … Read more