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Jan
21
The Return to the Dangerous Normal
During Joe Biden’s Presidential Inauguration, we saw him join three former presidents – George W. Bush, Bill Clinton and Barack Obama, to stand in front of the grave of the unknown soldier in the Arlington National Ceremony. It was a sombre break from the near-Hollywood blitz of the rest of the celebrations that featured stars like Lady Gaga, Katy Perry and Jennifer Lopez. The message of much of the day was that America had just got through a four-year bad patch but now, as the New Republic put it, “The adults are back in the room”. The four presidents – past and present, Democrat and Republican standing in front of the
corpse of a young soldier were united in saying that, essentially, “America is returning to normal.”
Really?
Lets hope not.
Because “normal” particularly the “normal” that these presidents bequeathed on America is not for the faint hearted.
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18
The NBA Gamble
If you are a sports fan, you are probably slightly obsessed with the Tim Donaghy case. Donaghy was one of the highest ranked referees in the National Basketball Association (NBA). He was also a gambling addict. For four years, he worked with illegal gamblers and bookmakers betting on his own games. The betting industry either … Continue reading The NBA Gamble
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2
Five Predictions for the U.S. Election
It is going to be a great night for American democracy. It is a humbling time to be in this country. Not for a hundred years have such a large percentage of people voted. They have voted in a time of a mass pandemic. They have voted when their society is under immense strain. They … Continue reading Five Predictions for the U.S. Election
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30
The Launch of ‘Crime Waves’ Podcast
“Its just very sad that because you speak out about these issues [Human rights] you have to live with a panic button besides your bed…” Enes Kanter is a star player for the Boston Celtics. He is also an international fugitive. His passport has been revoked. He has not spoken to his family in over … Continue reading The Launch of ‘Crime Waves’ Podcast
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29
It was the best of trials. It was the worst of conferences.
It was the best of trials. It was the worst of conferences. Lets start with the best. In Paris, last week, a proverbial rocket hit the world of sport. The former head of the International Athletic Association Federations (IAAF) – Lamine Diack – was convicted of collecting millions of dollars in bribes and kickbacks.The actual … Continue reading It was the best of trials. It was the worst of conferences.
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15
Tim Donaghy former Mob-Linked NBA Referee to speak at Launch of University of New Haven’s Graduate Certificate in Sports Integrity
Zoom Presentation, Wednesday, April 22nd – 18.30 pm (EST) “I was slowly learning that NBA referees had their own way of officiating a professional basketball game…” Former NBA referee Tim Donaghy will be delivering the first annual sports integrity address for the Investigations Program, University of New Haven. This event will launch the Sports Integrity … Continue reading Tim Donaghy former Mob-Linked NBA Referee to speak at Launch of University of New Haven’s Graduate Certificate in Sports Integrity
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17
One of our Greats is Gone…
Harry Gregg is dead. Gregg was the best Manchester United player ever. He was the best, not because of his considerable playing skills, but because he was the hero of the Munich Air Crash. He ran back to the burning plane and pulled out the wounded before a massive explosion blew it up. He was … Continue reading One of our Greats is Gone…
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8
The Mafia Capo, How to Catch a Killer & Red-Flagging the Leagues
MAFIO CAPO PRESENTATION “And a lot of these basketball players would go to the same clubs…and we got our eye on one or two of the guys. And I’d say, “Listen, you are a smart guy. I’m your good friend. Let me tell you how you are going to make some money.” Michael … Continue reading The Mafia Capo, How to Catch a Killer & Red-Flagging the Leagues
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