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40 best books for toddlers, preschoolers (and their parents)

November 29, 2016 By Nicholas Kerr 2 Comments

(I first posted the following three years ago and it remains one of my most popular posts, so I thought I’d share it again. Since we created this list, I’d now add one that our son thoroughly enjoyed: Itsy Mitsy Runs Away, a fun book about a little girl who hates bedtime. It reminds me […]

Filed Under: Daddy Rants

The Electoral College and the future of the Democratic Party

November 13, 2016 By Nicholas Kerr 1 Comment

For the fifth time in history, the winner of the U.S. presidential election will not have also been the winner of the popular vote. And with it come the predictable calls to end the Electoral College. Supporters of Hillary Clinton who believe the electoral system is to blame for the result should both think again […]

Filed Under: Random Rants Tagged With: Barack Obama, Democratic Party, Democrats, Donald Trump, Hillary Clinton

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Nicholas Kerr is a Dallas-based marketing and loyalty executive, currently leading loyalty and CRM marketing for Chili's Grill & Bar and Maggiano's Little Italy at Brinker International. Previously, he led Microsoft Rewards and held senior leadership positions in consumer marketing and loyalty.

Raised in New Zealand, Nicholas writes The Kerrant, sharing his perspectives on economics, public policy, business, technology, and life. His commentary has appeared in National Review, The Washington Examiner, The Australian, The Australian Financial Review, and New Zealand newspapers including the Otago Daily Times. He has also addressed Chambers of Commerce, think tanks, and other organizations in Seattle and Dallas.

The views expressed on The Kerrant are entirely his own and do not necessarily reflect those of Brinker International, his employers (past or present), or any other organization with which he is affiliated. Read More…

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