Dan J. Harkey

Master Educator | Business & Finance Consultant | Mentor

The American Enterprise

A Contrarian’s Look at America’s Enterprise—Economy, Government, and Leadership—Minus the Public-Relations Gloss.

Dan's unique perspective on the economy, the government, and our country's leadership is not commonly found in mainstream media. Designed to enlighten and engage you with what he believes is a refreshing dose of truth, his articles challenge the narratives often presented by mainstream media and encourage critical thinking about the state of our country's enterprise.

Dan offers workarounds and solutions when possible. His aim is to provide actionable solutions to the challenges we may face in these areas.

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You Can’t Handle The Truth

Can the public handle the truth

They have the money, and I am entitled to a share.

They are rich, and I’m not. So, I don’t mind stealing their electricity.

Are We Merely Shark Bait For The Deep State

An unequal playground makes the common man feel like Shark Bait because he (she) has no power

Can you imagine scolding one of your employees today? ...

Some pretend to work but hide, bypassing individual accountability.

What has happened to CNN? ...

I rely on them to tell me what I am supposed to believe...

Attention Getter

My best friend, brimming with excitement, suggested I try dressing with more style and color, like in the book, “Dress for Success”…

Bureaucratic Processes Clog the Organizational Systems

Systems Promoting Inefficiencies Create A Drag on Productivity and Output

A Shadow Of Yesterday’s Greatness

The new administration under Donald J. Trump faces the daunting task of restoring the U.S. to a state of economic stability

Parkinson's Laws

indictment of poor work habits, failing culture, organizational and institutional fraud, and government inefficiencies

The Old General Store

A Central Place For Shopping For Goods and Social Interaction With The Community

On Becoming An Effective President

Representing The Interest Of The Taxpayers

Vacant And Under-Utilized Federal Buildings

Looking At The Eye-Popping Inefficiencies

Returning America To A Cultural Model For The World To Admire

My Days and Nights are Illuminated With a Renewed Sense of Optimism and Delight

Fake News, Propaganda, and Disinformation- Part I

Fake News Is Having Its Comeuppence; The Viewership Sees Through The Fog Of Lies

Climate Change is a Hoax-As is Vilifying Fossil Fuels

But the New Sheriff Promised To Fix it.

Should We Outlaw Fossil Fuels? Part I of II

Should We Outlaw Fossil Fuels? The Old Guard Says Yes, The New Guard Says No!

Debt Serfdom and the American Enterprise

How Did We Allow Ourselves To Get Locked Into Hyper-Consumerism

Fake News, Propaganda, and Disinformation, Part II

The Public Is Now Aware That Mainstream Media Is Often A Preveyor of Misinformation

The Greatest Heists in American History

It’s Not From Robbing Banks, But Actions In The Rigged System

Debasement: Watching Your Dollars Shrink in Value

Continuous Debasement Keeps The Common People On An Economic Tread Mill