Friday, February 29, 2008 |
Some time ago, economist Milton Friedman wrote an article which offered his ideas on the purpose of business. The title itself blatantly stated his view: “the social responsibility of business is to increase its profits“.
Friedman stated businessmen believe they defend free enterprise when they state business isn’t just out to make a profit, but to also “[promote] desirable ’social’ ends.” He opposed the idea that business possesses social responsibilities: “Only people can have responsibilities,” he declared.
According to Friedman, “there is one and only one social responsibility of business—to use its resources and engage in activities designed to increase its profits so long as it stays within the rules of the game, which is to say, engage in open and free competition without deception or fraud.”
To some degree, I agree with Friedman: every business hopes to make a profit, but I do not believe that is the only intent; businesses can do good and do well (DGADW) at the same time.
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Friday, February 29, 2008 |
Joy Deleston and daughter Jelani (top R) & Micaiah (bot. R)
Seventeen year old Anthony Terrell Jr. was arrested and charged Friday with killing his mother and two younger sisters.
Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Deputy Joy Deleston, 39, and her two daughters, Micaiah, 11, and Jelani, 4, were found late Thursday at their home near Lawrenceville, Ga.
The motive for the killings is still under investigation and according to various news sources, the youngest victim, Jelani was the daughter of rapper Juvenile.
Terrell is being held without bail in the neighboring DeKalb County jail to avoid any potential conflict because his mother worked for Gwinnett County.
Jeff Beaird, who lived across the street from the family, said he often saw Terrell playing basketball or washing his mother’s patrol car in the driveway but doesn’t remember anything out of the ordinary. “It’s so shocking because you don’t expect something like this to happen,” he said.
Friday, February 29, 2008 |
According to the 2008 Issues Poll, over 5000 Concrete Loop readers are most concerned with the economy (33%), health care (20%) and education (16%).
The other issues listed in the poll included crime, the military, immigration, the environment and foreign relations. Each received single-digit percentages.
As we’ve mentioned numerous times, Concrete Loop hopes you vote based on your personal thoughts and beliefs and how closely those of a presidential candidate relate to your own.
The following information, compiled from the candidates’ websites, offers details on what the major Democratic and Republican candidates would do to stimulate the economy, deal with one of the most critical issues facing millions of Americans–health care–and ensure our children receive the best possible education.
Keep in mind that it is, by no means, complete plans of any candidate. For this reason, a link to each candidate’s stance on the issue has been included.
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Friday, February 29, 2008 |
( Photos: Randee St. Nicholas - Exclusively Sent To Us! )
Check out these new shots of Lauren London and Cassie for the new spring campaign for the Sean John Womens line. The campaign is entitled “Diddy’s Angels Go Supermodel” and was shot in NYC back in December. Jennifer Lopez’ hairstylist Oribe worked their hair, make up by JJ and they were styled by Mary J Blige’s stylist Marni Senofonte.
I’m actually digging the look of these ads, both ladies look gorgeous. You can’t even hate. Oh & you peeped them here first.
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Friday, February 29, 2008 |
Will.i.Am just released a new star-studded video featuring celebrities speaking on why they support Presidential hopeful Barack Obama. The first video “Yes, We Can” hit the internet by storm last month. The newest video features cameos from: Zoe Kravitz (who knew she could sing), Regina King, Tyrese, Tichina Arnold, Nate Parker, and a whole bunch of other people. Peep it.
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Friday, February 29, 2008 |
( Photos: Splash News / Wireimage )
Rihanna was spotted arriving to the Sonia Rykiel Ready to Wear with a friend on Friday. The singer arrived in Paris on Thursday and has been making her show rounds non-stop. She attended the Chanel Ready to Wear fashion show on Friday and the Swarovrski dinner party on Thursday night. She sure is flying around a lot too. She was just in Jamaica, and then Dublin and now Paris. Must be nice!
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Friday, February 29, 2008 |
( Photos: Wireimage )
Here is another edition of Rock’d It Better featuring Vivica A. Fox and Mary J. Blige. Vivica wore this Emanuel Ungaro dress at the Swarovski Party in Paris yesterday. Mary wore the same dress back in November at the 2007 American Music Awards. Which lady rocks it better?
