Is This the End of our Cruise Ship Economy?

Reflecting on America’s present state, I could not help but think of a metaphor that I had used some years ago in my book, Return to Order.  I had likened the economy to that of a cruise ship on a never-ending cruise. On its multiple decks, the bands were playing, the theaters … Read more

What Do You Do on a Cruise Ship When the Party’s Over?

What Do You Do on a Cruise Ship When the Party’s Over?

If there is an image that corresponds to the coronavirus crisis of our society, it would be that of the Diamond Princess cruise ship infected in mid-cruise. Before tragedy struck, it had every modern comfort and entertainment. The bands were playing, the theaters were full, the restaurants crowded, and its boutiques well-stocked. … Read more