By the time most commentary reacts, the window has already narrowed.
CORE Take pieces are intentionally short. They surface early pressure signals, decision traps, and narrative shifts that often go unnoticed until it’s too late.
Read them as early indicators — not final judgments.
When Silence Speaks Louder Than Words
Silence isn’t absence — it can be a deliberate move that shifts the burden of reaction, preserves flexibility, and keeps you in control.
The Optics of Corporate Activism
When companies take a stand, it’s not always about the cause. Corporate activism has become a powerful brand tool — but it carries risks. In this #COREtake, we examine how optics shape perception, and why missteps can turn statements into reputational liabilities.
Will Greenpeace Survive? Activist Playbook Backfires
When a jury found Greenpeace liable for $660 million in defamation damages, it broke new ground.
Facts matter, and after a civil trial, this lawsuit ls monumental for many reasons. And the verdict sends a clear message: the truth matters.