25 Takes on 2007 Surprises, Part 1

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I have to say again that Doug Kass is bold for putting out his 25 Surprises for 2007, parts 1 and 2. All I can do is comment on them rather than go out on a limb like he did. I do think his stab at attaining "prophet" status is both thought-provoking and a little "did he really say that?" but his ideas are great jumping-off points worth following up on.

Here are my thoughts on his 25 -- and I look forward to any email or Columnist Conversation responses they provoke. ...