Quickthink

Looking for Inspiration?- Rajesh Setty talks about how to get “upbeat” and stay that way even during a recession in a five part interview posted on his blog. I watched it and liked it - especially the parts about problems with short term focus.

Did you want Reform? Paul Krugman talks about why the stress tests of US banks will put off financial reform. I think he is right on.

Liquidity and VC Funds - Fred Wilson thinks about whether added returns on VC funds compensate for getting stuck in one for a long time. Answer - he is not sure.

Swat Fighting Continues - NYT reports that the Pakistani military is bringing in air support for its offensive against the taliban in Swat.

Thinking about the Western Balkans - From Open Democracy - “Two years later, the report of the International Commission of the Balkans observed: “A loss of hope and perspective is the political reality of the Western Balkans.”  Today, both statements unfortunately still apply.” So, what to do? There are a few options, but will Europe take one?

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