by Gilbert F. Amelio and Rod D. Martin | America’s Founders sought to unleash the creative energies of every citizen, not just the privileged few. They created a system designed to encourage and protect commerce and innovation; and indeed, many of them were entrepreneurs and inventors themselves. Alexis de Tocqueville described the new nation essentially as [...]
Israel’s case against a UN-sanctioned Palestinian independence isn’t wrong. The initiative all but scuttles the Oslo peace process and, newly reinforced by a Muslim Brotherhood-dominated Egypt, very likely scuttles Camp David as well. It is not a two-state, but a one-state solution the Palestinians have in their sights. Doubters need only listen to Palestinian Authority [...]
I have not entitled this op-ed “What the Election Meant”. That might be a bit grandiose for the day after. But November 6, 2012 definitely taught us some things we must not ignore. First and possibly foremost, stuff happens. In this case it was a hurricane. Sandy kept Mitt Romney off TV for five crucial [...]
The following is the op-ed I had ready to go in case of a Romney win. The problem with that statement, of course, is that “in case of” meant “when”, as, like nearly everyone on our side, I was pretty darn certain of victory. So we intended for this to run on Election Day or [...]
At first blush, Chief Justice John Robert’s defection to the Dark Side on Obamacare looks every bit the tragic treason of Anakin Skywalker: the end of health care as we know it, and perhaps the end of the Republic. But as conservatives take a deep breath and consider, they may realize the Chief just handed [...]
Newt Gingrich may have unnerved Mitt Romney by saying “Palestinian” is “an invented nationality”. But he spoke the truth. “Palestine” (from the Greek for Philistine, the deadly enemies of ancient Israel) was a creation of the World War I Allies after they severed it from the Ottoman Empire, or Turkey. It was largely empty, and [...]
The left and the libertarian portion of the right (a moniker they would strongly contest) agree on several things, but among the most significant is this: that America has become an empire. Not all who espouse this position, of course, think that it is a bad thing. The brilliant Niall Ferguson actively argues for it, [...]
The downgrade is a deep humiliation for the United States. But it’s a debacle for the Democratic Party. They just haven’t yet realized why. This just became the Suze Orman election. You know Suze Orman. She’s that nice, perky lady on CNBC. The one who likes leather and writes all those personal finance books on [...]
The passage of “Cut, Cap and Balance” in the House of Representatives is a game-changer. It is also the ground on which the GOP must stand, fight and win, especially now that a July 18-21 CNN poll shows that two-thirds of Americans support the House’s approach. Cut, Cap and Balance allows the debt limit to [...]
I don’t have a candidate yet. But I have a field. The legacy media – the folks who in 2008 gloated openly about being “in the tank for Obama” while their viewers and readers melted away before our eyes – tells us that the Republican presidential field is horribly weak, unknown, uninspiring. Already, I hear [...]
Named the Sixth Most Interesting Daily Caller Op-Ed of 2011.
If you think the Internet revolution encompasses only areas like business, advertising, publishing and entertainment, you are sorely mistaken. In less than a decade, starting from nearly nothing, left-wing powerhouse MoveOn.org created a force that can put a million volunteers on the ground, can raise $30 million in small donor contributions every cycle (several times [...]
There are certain events that seem to alter history’s course irrevocably. Radical Islam’s unspeakable attack on our homeland and its depraved slaughter of our civilians five years ago is a prime candidate. More than anything, September 11th exposed the utter unreality and moral bankruptcy of cultural relativism, the refusal to render moral judgments on societies [...]
Technological change is accelerating at an accelerating rate. It’s hard for even the greatest technologists to keep up, much less analyze the societal implications of their work. So where are we headed? Here are four of the trends you most need to watch. » Adult stem cells: While all media and political attention seems focused [...]
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José GonzálezPresident, SemilaRod Martin is a modern day philosopher-statesman. He is a capitalist intellectual, a conservative iconoclast, a gentle adversary and a kind prophet. He inspires us towards a fresh national vision built upon the original founding principles.
Peter ThielFounder, PayPal.com, Clarium Capital, Founders Fund; Co-Founder, FacebookRod is one of our nation’s leading minds. He’s smart, original, and very committed—a combination that one rarely finds.
Dr. Gil AmelioExecutive Committee, AT&T; Former CEO, Apple Computer and National SemiconductorRod is humble yet brilliant, a conservative to his very core and a man of love and compassion. He is not easy to categorize; but with penetrating clarity, he illuminates the world around us, and we are both stirred and enlightened.
Annual Bipartisan Conference of George Washington University’s Graduate School of Political ManagementRod Martin and [former Howard Dean campaign manager] Joe Trippi are America’s two foremost experts on online politics.
Hon. Haley BarbourFormer Governor of Mississippi; Former Republican National ChairmanMy friend Rod Martin brings to politics and government incredible experience and insight, including how to use very advanced technology to motivate huge groups of people on an everyday basis.
Joel BelzFounder, World Magazine; Former Chairman of the Board, Covenant CollegeRod Martin wears with uncommon grace an uncanny ability to link his vigorous faith to the practical challenges of both the business world and the political arena. Yet the respect he shows for others carries a warmth and modesty that are both too rare among those who are strong advocates of feisty positions.
Dr. Harald OttOtt Laboratory for Organ Engineering and Regeneration, Harvard Medical SchoolRod Martin is undoubtedly one of the most accomplished thought leaders at the interface of technological innovation and entrepreneurship today. He is a wonderful mentor, a humble role model, and a deep inspiration for the next generation of scientific innovators and entrepreneurs.
Deal HudsonFormer Senior White House Advisor; Former Publisher, Crisis Magazine; Founder, Inside CatholicRod Martin has a unique combination of personal integrity, economic acumen and entrepreneurship. He is a man to be trusted and his business foresight is a matter of public record.
Hon. Paul PresslerRetired Justice, Texas Court of Appeals; Past President, Council for National PolicyI am proud to have been Rod Martin’s friend for a quarter century, and I can tell you that he is one of the finest men and most outstanding leaders in our church and in our country today. He has a knack for turning everything he touches to success.
Grover NorquistFounder and President, Americans for Tax ReformRod Martin has been a consistent advocate and a real conservative mover and shaker. He’s not new to this business. He’s got a great history and a great future.
Gov. Mike HuckabeeFormer Arkansas Governor and Presidential CandidateRod Martin is the kind of dynamic leader who has the knowledge, ability and experience to lead us successfully into the 21st Century. His vision for America is compelling.
Dick DresnerCelebrated International Political Consultant, Credited With Boris Yeltsin’s 1996 50-Point Turnaround Re-ElectionRod Martin is a born leader and an outstanding political mind. Anyone who takes him on is going to have a serious fight on their hands.
George GilderFounding Father of Supply-Side Economics, Globally-Recognized Technology GuruRod Martin is a cornucopian entrepreneur and eutropic thinker whose influence radiates through an array of companies, institutions, movements and churches. A renaissance American, he is also a prolific friend of freedom and faith around the globe.
Steve ForbesPresident and CEO, Forbes; Former Presidential CandidateRod Martin is a Reaganite-Thatcherite conservative…[and] a man who has spent much of his life ministering to and working for the benefit of others. I know Rod as an advocate for freedom, a leader who understands the real changes we need in Washington, and who has the drive and ability to make those changes happen.
Eric JacksonFormer Chief Marketing Officer, PayPal.com; Author, The PayPal Wars; Founder and CEO, CapLinked.comRod Martin is a man of uncommon vision and character. Ever since I first worked alongside Rod in the early days of PayPal, I’ve been struck by his powerful vision for the future. Rod understands the intersection of technology, politics and culture in a way that few others do.
Kevin FreemanAuthor; Founder, Freeman Global Investments; formerly managed $2.5 billion Private Client Group for Sir John TempletonRod Martin is one of those impressive Renaissance types whose genius spans politics, economics, philosophy, technology and history. These are the qualities of a truly visionary entrepreneur. Rod has them in spades.
Hon. John Paul HammerschmidtU.S. House Republican Leadership, 1967-1993If Rod Martin represents the next generation of leaders, America has nothing to worry about.
Dr. Tom AscolExecutive Director, Founders Ministries, Southern Baptist ConventionRod is one of the sharpest, most gracious men I know, and one of the most gifted political thinkers today. His ability to analyze issues and communicate thoughtful insights on them have earned him the respect of people across the political spectrum.
Dr. Ted BaehrPublisher, MOVIEGUIDE®; Chairman, Christian Film and Television CommissionRod Martin is not only effective and efficient, but he is also perceptive, wise and gracious. He gets things done. He is a great friend and a great ally.
Randy TateFormer Deputy Whip, U.S. House of RepresentativesAmerica badly needs more leaders who really get the future. We need more Rod Martins.
Buck JohnsFounder & CEO, Inland EnergyOne of America’s most brilliant, creative individuals, my friend Rod Martin exhibits the finest traits of the global entrepreneur.
Hugh O'BrianLegendary Actor; Founder, Hugh O'Brian Youth Leadership (HOBY)A leader and a servant, in public life and in private, Rod Martin strides at the top of his profession, and has nowhere to go but up. He is in the truest sense of the word ‘outstanding’.
Jim PinkertonFormer White House Director of Policy Planning; Fox News ContributorThe future of technology is the future of America. Rod Martin sees that future clearly, and also sees how to shape it for the betterment of all. He is firmly rooted in the traditions of faith and patriotism that have made America great. That’s why he has made, and will make, so many outstanding contributions in so many areas.
Dr. Edward TellerFather of the H-BombRod Martin is one of America’s finest young minds.
Wayne SteigerFounder and CEO, FlowPay.comRod Martin is a mentor, a wise counselor, a brilliant strategist, a visionary, and a builder. He is one of a precious few souls the world could use far more of.
Rod D. Martin is a technology entrepreneur, venture capitalist, hedge fund manager, author and conservative activist from Destin, Florida.
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