We're in trouble

[BillB]

OK CAPTalkers, we're in trouble. One of the regulars according to NOTF is in the running for National Commander. How do I delete all my posts before he sees them???

[Al Sayre]

Too late Bill, I'm pretty sure FW's already got your number...

But since you brought it up.

CAP/CC Candidates:

BGen Charles CARR
Col Fred Weiss (FW)

CAP/CV Candidates:

Col Jim Rushing
Col Joe Vasquez

[a2capt]

Too Late.

[arajca]

Look on the bright side - he's gotten alot of ideas from everyone already. He has some knowledge about many of the troublemaker ACTIVIST members already.


on second thought, you're right. We're screwed

[FW]

No, you're not in trouble...

On a side note; I don't remember so few stepping up for such important positions in the last 20 years.  I know the work is difficult however, that's why we have over 61 thousand members to help out.  Our membership needs not to worry about getting "shot down" when properly stating opinions on how to improve CAP. 
We may not be a democracy however, we are an organization which is of benefit to its members and, IMHO, the members need clear channels of communications to express concerns.  CAP Talk has been a great informal method.  Now we need to understand what the "chain of command " really means in CAP. 

Leadership has a duty to understand what needs to be done to accomplish the mission and, that can only be done with a clear understanding of member needs, organizational goals and, oh yes, what that mission is.  And, after 34 years of "living" with CAP (22 of them in leadership positions), I have a good idea where we stand.

[RADIOMAN015]

Too late Bill, I'm pretty sure FW's already got your number...

But since you brought it up.

CAP/CC Candidates:

BGen Charles CARR
Col Fred Weiss (FW)

CAP/CV Candidates:

Col Jim Rushing
Col Joe Vasquez

Seems to me that the last two CAP members selected have been from a "minority" race/ethnic class.  Will this continue with this selection period    How strong is CAP diversity goals and how does it affect voting for a National Commander & Vice Commander    Again my comments are not against (or for) any of the candidates above BUT it just seems that way from my membership time in CAP.
RM 

[manfredvonrichthofen]

I highly doubt that race or ethnicity play into it at all. No one cares what race or ethnicity someone in leadership is so long as they can lead well. Any one who thinks that it does needs an ethics check.

[PHall]

No, you're not in trouble...

On a side note; I don't remember so few stepping up for such important positions in the last 20 years.  I know the work is difficult however, that's why we have over 61 thousand members to help out.  Our membership needs not to worry about getting "shot down" when properly stating opinions on how to improve CAP. 

Well, when you have people like Ray Hayden out there writing a bunch of trash about you, true or not, kinda makes you think twice.

[FW]

When you run for a national level position, I would think you would need to think more than "twice" before dealing with what will follow.

The exchange of ideas should be welcomed.  Dissent should be embraced and, a true focus of what needs to be accomplished must not waive.
(I'm paraphrasing Drucker; BTW).

[Eclipse]

(I'm paraphrasing Drucker; BTW).

A wiser man you will never find...

[FW]

(I'm paraphrasing Drucker; BTW).

A wiser man you will never find...

Sam's good however, I was thinking of Pete...

[flyboy53]

Too late Bill, I'm pretty sure FW's already got your number...

But since you brought it up.

CAP/CC Candidates:

BGen Charles CARR
Col Fred Weiss (FW)

CAP/CV Candidates:

Col Jim Rushing
Col Joe Vasquez

Really? One of the regulars that I've been trading quips with?

Boy!  Good Luck!

Hope that doesn't end your posts.....I've really enjoyed your insight.

[Senior]

Okay just a question.  What is NOTF?

[disamuel]

Col.  Weiss, if you end up becoming the national commander, will we still see you on CapTalk?

Best of luck sir.

[ColonelJack]

Col. Weiss ... if I had a vote, you'd have it, sir.

As it is, you have my total support.

All the best ...

Jack

[PHall]

Okay just a question.  What is NOTF?

News of the Force. Google it.

[JC004]

...
The exchange of ideas should be welcomed.  Dissent should be embraced and, a true focus of what needs to be accomplished must not waive.
(I'm paraphrasing Drucker; BTW).

I think the establishment of a structure and culture that allows for the exchange of ideas and seizing on the untapped potential of the greater membership is of the highest priority.

Technology should also be embraced.  There is no reason that CAP cannot only catch up to industry standards but also innovate in this area, setting a higher standard.

Drucker did quite a bit of non-profit sector work.  I have a lot of his things in my collection.

[JC004]

With a the new election, I posted a BUMP on the topic of what you'd do if you were National Commander.  People have an opportunity to make proposals that will be seen and possibly implemented, so discuss.

http://captalk.net/index.php?topic=2426.120

[AngelWings]

 Good luck FW, espically with the scars you have from us crazy CAPTalkers 

[JeffDG]

Good luck FW, espically with the scars you have from us crazy CAPTalkers 

Well, the good news for him, if successful, is that he already has all the answers...we've solved all of CAP's problems many, many, many times here...