In
1956 the answer to that question was “It’s Mickey Mouse Time” for hundreds of
thousands of baby boomers (not yet identified as such). And any cool kid knew
the members of the Club: Jimmie Dodd (Head Mouseketeer) who often provided
short segments encouraging young viewers to make the right moral choices. Roy
Williams (The Big Mouseketeer) that suggested Mickey and Minnie Mouse ears be
worn by cast members. The Mouseketeers included Johnny Crawford (first year
only), Dennis Day and the darling to all young boys and teens, Annette
Funicello. To any and all kids with a TV at home, The Mickey Mouse Club was the
most important entertainment show. It came on right after American Bandstand.
Ask anyone that grew up during the 4 season run – 1955-1959.
If
I ask you the same question today; “What time is it?” how will you answer?
For
NAIFA members, the answer should be “Time to Stand For Something” and to get
involved with the election cycle. The primaries in Washington are behind us
now. The general election is about 12 weeks away. This election could change
everything about our communities, our state, our country. So much is at stake.
Such important issues are in play. Issues that will affect you, your family,
your friends, your clients and your business.