For Trump, It’s Business As Usual
Donald Trump’s statements about Muslims and Latinos have drawn widespread rebuke from politicians in both parties and many other national leaders. But the companies that do business with Trump have generally remained silent in the face of those polarizing remarks, and so far there’s little evidence that his businesses are suffering substantially as a result of his candidacy. Sales of his condominiums in New York appear normal, and...
The Cautious Trump
New York — Donald Trump sells himself as a bold empire builder, the kind of businessman who could force through big changes in Washington as president. Yet for all his bravado — “I’ve done an amazing job,” the Republican White House hopeful boasted during his announcement speech — a review of the billionaire’s financial filings and recent deals suggests he’s no swashbuckler. Trump is reluctant to take on debt after it nearly ruined...
Rainy Golf Vacation Inspires Weather App
Philadelphia — How many times have you cursed the weather as it spoiled a vacation, wedding or freshly waxed car? Top among Jay Ciccarone’s weather disappointments was a soggy golf trip to California’s legendary Pebble Beach with his father 21 years ago. “I booked the trip and did not know January was the rainy season in Monterey,” he said. “Had I known this prior, I would have continued with our plans, although I would have been...