Elliott Brack’s Perspective
BRACK: Encourage others to talk up and support March 19 MARTA vote
By Elliott Brack | Many people in Gwinnett are astounded that the county is approaching having a population of a million people. The estimated current population is 950,000. They are astounded, that is, in one way.
When you live and pretty much stay in one area of the county, and don’t get out of that area much, you know the streets are usually crowded. But it doesn’t seem like there are about a million people around you.
BRACK: There’s no one in the South filling the void that Ralph McGill left
By Elliott Brack | | It’s fulfilling and fun to go back and re-read some of what you have read before. Heading for a doctor’s appointment, and not having a book for the waiting room, at the GwinnettForum office I pulled from the shelf a small book from more than 50 years ago. Its title was “The Fleas Come with the Dog,” by the late editor and publisher of the Atlanta Constitution, Ralph McGill, a giant of a man.
By Elliott Brack | As we move to observe Martin Luther King Day on Monday, it’s fitting to review the King Philosophy. Dr. King viewed three evils, that of poverty, racism and militarism that he said formed a vicious cycle. He felt these were intertwined and were barriers for reaching his nirvana, what he called the “Beloved Community.”
BRACK: MARTA referendum may be most important ever in Gwinnett
By Elliott Brack | JAN. 15, 2019 | The March 19, 2019 referendum concerning Gwinnett County becoming a partner the Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit System (MARTA) may be the most important election that Gwinnett has ever had.
It will show if Gwinnett County is ready to adapt the modern conveniences of the future, or is stuck in the mud in antiquated transportation systems.
BRACK: Three elements you’ll need to succeed in any business
By Elliott Brack | Today we’re going to treat you with our formula of what you need to be successful in any business enterprise.
It doesn’t matter what type of enterprise we’re talking about, you need three or four essential elements to make anything a success. We aren’t even talking about money, though it helps to have basic financing and a friendly local banker no matter what business you go into.
BRACK: Powell and Edwards continues run as longest ongoing law firm
By Elliott Brack } The oldest continuing law firm in Gwinnett is changing its name—again. The new firm is named Powell and Edwards of Lawrenceville. It was previously known as Webb, Tanner and Powell. Jones Webb and Bill Tanner both have retired from management of the firm, though continue as “of counsel” with offices at the firm.
BRACK: How the music of Christmas season can bring joy to us
By Elliott Brack | Christmas carols are a joy of the season. Ever think about how very diverse these songs are, coming from all parts of the Western world?
We got to thinking about carols and where they came from, often from many lands. Many come from England, though other countries contribute their share. How very diverse these songs are, coming from all parts of the Western world?
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