From Capitol Hill to corporate boardrooms to churches, every day we wake up to another headline about the downfall of one of America’s elite. Sex, graft, money laundering, drugs, expensive cars and other temptations corrupt those we put our trust in. As Americans, we want to be inspired by our leaders, not skeptical of their motivations. Why are we being let down? Does power corrupt or are we increasingly placing our faith in hypocrites?

Vanessa Davis Griggs puts it all into perspective in a revealing show spanning politics, business, religion, sex, lies, drugs, money, power and the thread of human error that weaves itself through America’s spiritual, corporate and elected leaders. Where do human mistakes stop and scandal begin?

Griggs will discuss:

• Clinton, McGreevey, Foley, Craig, Vitter, Spitzer: Do people in power even believe they are accountable?

• Why prominent people stay in power despite practicing the unethical behavior they publicly condemn.

• Do we sometimes hold leaders to an unfairly high standard?

• What happens when trust in elected representatives, corporate titans and church officials is destroyed?

• Is there hope? What sets apart the ethical politicians, CEOs and preachers?

CREDENTIALS: Vanessa Davis Griggs, author of several inspirational novels, is also a motivational speaker. She has made numerous talk show appearances including as co-host of a radio talk show. Her new book is STRONGHOLDS (Kensington Books/Dafina, 2008).

AVAILABILITY: Alabama, nationwide by arrangement and via telephone.
CONTACT: Vanessa Davis Griggs, (205) 956-2889 (AL); vangriggs@aol.com; www.VanessaDavisGriggs.com