On the eve of Yom Kippur, a day of prayer, fasting and self-examination, each of us needs to shatter our complacency and narrow the gap between our conscience and our conduct as it relates to American Muslims. Let us acknowledge that ever since the Ground Zero Mosque controversy of 2010 and continuing until today, it […]
In light of the recent controversy surrounding Mitt Romney and the negative press targeted at my friend Marc Leder (who hosted the now infamous “47% fundraiser” at his home), I feel to need to show him support. Not Mitt Romney, don’t worry; just my friend, Marc. I never could understand how such a sweet, compassionate man like Marc could support […]
I am again blogging for you from Africa among some of the most spectacular wildlife in the world. When I was in the bush, I was up close and personal with so many wild animals it took my breath away – one of them the rhino. As you know, I am an animal rights activist […]
I am currently in South Africa giving a speech to young people about self mastery and entrepreneurship. The money I raise will be gifted to Rush Community Affairs and my other philanthropic investments. Yesterday I was given a very special opportunity to go on a safari through the bush at Royal Malewane, Thornybush Nature reserve. […]
Doors closed. No press. $50,000 tickets. Money Mitt collecting more money. From people who have more money than Money Mitt. This is how presidential politics is now played. Fundraiser after fundraiser after fundraiser. Collect as much money as you possibly can from whomever will possibly give it, and for Money Mitt, say whatever you got to say to […]
I was running out of my office the other day when I bumped into an old friend. “It’s so great to see you,” I told him, “But I gotta go. I’m late for yoga.” He said, “Man, everytime I see you it seems like you’re running to yoga. What is yoga?” I said, “It’s simple, Yogash Chitta Vritti Nirodhah” […]
We are deeply saddened by the loss of four American lives in Benghazi, Libya, including Ambassador J. Christopher Stevens. Our condolences go out to the families of these innocent people. The abuse of religion to propagate hatred is deplorable. All good people in the world must unite in unison condemning the vitriol of a filmmaker, who although has rights […]
Always one to promote elegant beautiful womenswear, I wasn’t surprised to see Donna Karan‘s clean lines and beautifully understated hair, makeup and lighting during her Spring 2013 womenswear show yesterday during New York Fashion Week. I wasn’t that surprised to see the beautiful clothing, either. But I noticed something deeply personal in Donna’s spring designs. […]
Tommy Hilfiger has long claimed Ralph Lauren as his greatest inspiration. Some of his critics have compared Tommy to Ralph in the past, with the comparisons not always being favorable. After seeing Tommy’s show yesterday, I realized this was my chance to give him more of the credit he deserves. After seeing his womenswear show, […]
As a person who cares deeply about Occupy Wall Street, I have to honor their year-long effort and educate my long-time friend, Jay-Z. This weekend, he was interviewed by the New York Times where he discusses OWS, where he was quoted as saying “I’m not going to a park and picnic, I have no idea […]
First let me say that Chris, or “Baby Chris” as his friends affectionately called him, was a generous and sweet man who used his energy and resources (yes, money) to give back to his community. When Chris Lighty came on the scene, he was like the third or fourth member of the groups he […]
I am deeply saddened by the loss of a hip-hop hero. Chris Lighty has been a dear friend of mine since he was a kid. Was a brilliant partner in business and I was so proud of all that he had accomplished. He is an amazing example of how a passionate kid from the street can go to […]