As witnessed by today’s ever bitter and partisan politics, politicians continue to talk about how much of a decline America is on and that the “end is near”, that we are losing our global standing in the world and soon to be overtaken by the likes of China, Russia, and whatever other “Johnny-come-lately”. Of course, the more conservative the politics, the more hawkish the politicians tend to be, as you can witnessed by the “carnival barking” of the entire slate of Republican presidential candidates, headed by the one not only, Donald Trump. It’s basically a lot of “bogeyman” politics, and that the rest of the world is evil, and we are such pure souls, and our liberties and rights that we work so hard for, are at stake.
This book goes through a lot of great history, decade by decade, and which should look like another rising power was going to take the lead in the world, be it, Germany, Japan, Soviet Union, and now China. The book shows us that all of this talk has come and gone throughout the years, yet America, even with its flaws, is still better than 98% of the rest of the world.
Enjoy this book, and especially keep in mind during the presidential election campaigns that are going on, and when the politicians are telling you how poorly we are doing, just realize, that we are the best of the best here in America.
James Donaldson is a Washington State University graduate (’79). After an outstanding basketball career with WSU, he went on to play professional basketball in the NBA with the Seattle Supersonics, San Diego/L.A. Clippers, Dallas Mavericks, New York Knicks, and Utah Jazz. He also played for several teams in the European Leagues in Spain, Italy, and Greece, and he toured with The Harlem Globetrotters to wrap up his career. James was an NBA All-Star in 1988 while playing center for the Dallas Mavericks. In 2006, James was inducted into the Pac-10 Sports Hall of Fame and also the Washington State University Athletic Hall of Fame. In 2010, James was elected as a board member for the NBA Retired Players Association.
James frequently conducts speaking engagements (motivational, inspirational, educational) for organizations, schools, and youth groups.
In 2010, James was the recipient of the NBA Legends of Basketball ABC Award, awarded for outstanding contributions in Athletics–Business–Community.
He believes in being a role model for success and professionalism to the scores of young people to whom he devotes so much of his time. He currently serves on several boards and committees and is a member of many organizations.
James believes in developing relationships that create a “Win-Win” environment for everyone involved, and in being the best he can be!
For more information about James Donaldson or to request he speak at your event, contact him at:
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James Donaldson is the author of “Standing Above The Crowd” and “Celebrating Your Gift of Life” and founder of the Your Gift of Life Foundation which focuses on mental health awareness and suicide prevention, especially pertaining to our school aged children and men.
If you’re interested in having James come and speak to your group of young adults, business entrepreneurs, aspiring political and community leaders, and athletic teams, please contact him at jamesd@yourgiftoflife.org and or leave a personal message for him at 1-800-745-3161. Keep up with him and read about how he is reaching out and making a difference in the lives of so many around the world at www.yourgiftoflife.org
