LeaderEthics

06/01/2026

Do your elected officials represent everyone they serve?

The framers of the Constitution envisioned representatives who would advance the interests of their entire district, state, or nation. Today, many citizens worry that partisan pressures have made that goal more difficult to achieve.

This video examines the vital role of representation in our democracy and asks an important question: Who do our elected officials work for—their party, or all of the people they were elected to serve?

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05/25/2026

Memorial Day is also about remembering the people we once knew — and the lives that changed forever through military service. Today, I remember Robert Swan.

05/24/2026

Do role models make a difference?

Students from the University of Wisconsin–La Crosse share their honest thoughts in this short video—and their answers are worth hearing.

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05/24/2026

This short video featuring students from the University of Wisconsin–La Crosse poses a simple but important question: Do role models make a difference?

Their responses offer thoughtful insight into the impact positive examples can have on character, leadership, and community.

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05/23/2026

Election integrity matters—and so does public confidence.

At a recent LeaderEthics event in La Crosse, Tom Barrett and J.B. Van Hollen answered audience questions on Wisconsin elections. Their conclusion: while no election system is flawless, Wisconsinites can have confidence in the integrity of our election process.

Constructive dialogue helps strengthen democracy.

A local non-partisan organization hosted an event to discuss the integrity of the election process ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.

05/17/2026

Rick Kyte raises some thought-provoking issues about children and cell phone use. https://lacrossetribune.com/opinion/column/article_4ea149f3-9628-4ce5-9533-51019fd11b05.html

05/17/2026

Rick Kyte raises some thought provoking issues.

Teens spend far less time with friends than they did 20 years ago. A new study on school phone bans suggests the biggest benefit may be rebuilding social connections, not raising test scores.

05/10/2026

05/10/2026

When politicians draw voting maps to protect their own power, voters lose confidence that elections are truly fair. Partisan redistricting and gerrymandering can dilute voices, deepen division, and weaken representative democracy. It’s time for a renewed conversation about transparency, accountability, and fair representation in the redistricting process—that put Country above party.

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05/09/2026

How much do social media algorithms shape what we believe?

My latest ethical leadership column explores how today’s media environment may reinforce political divisions by feeding us more of what we already agree with. The result can be narrower perspectives, greater polarization, and less understanding across differences.

The good news? We can take steps to broaden our viewpoints and become more intentional about the information we consume.

I hope you’ll take a moment to read and reflect on this important issue facing our democracy and communities.