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Anthony L Hall

Tuesday, February 15, 2005 at 11:07 PM
Written by Anthony L. Hall

This blog isn’t a brand. It’s a voice.
And it’s been mine — independent, informed, and unbought — since 2005.

About the Author

Anthony L. Hall headshot for blog about pageMy name is Anthony L. Hall. I am the author of all commentaries in this journal.

I spent my formative years in the Caribbean, attended prep school in Florida, and attended college and law school in Massachusetts.

After college, I spent six exciting years in New York City.  Unsurprisingly, most of the excitement came while working as an ACE-certified fitness trainer. But, as soon as possible, I joined a Wall Street firm as a paralegal and got on my preferred career path.

I moved to Washington, D.C., in the early 1990s and began my legal career as an indentured servant at a K Street firm. After a few years, I jumped at the opportunity to work in presidential politics. Big mistake! It did not take long for me to become thoroughly disgusted and disillusioned.

In 1996, I founded a consulting firm and became the master of my own professional fate. I am licensed to practice law in multiple jurisdictions, including the United States, England and Wales, The Bahamas, and the Turks and Caicos Islands. My work spanned legal, political, and commercial transactions across those regions.

The iPINIONS Origin Story

I had a thriving practice. But the work was never public-spirited and provided no intellectual satisfaction. A professional colleague introduced me to the Blogosphere in early 2005. I embraced the opportunity to launch this journal.

What began as a creative outlet quickly became a mission. Writing is both enjoyable and therapeutic. Acclaimed pundits have called my commentary unique and provocative. No doubt because I refuse to parrot trite or predictable talking points.

My topics span the globe, and my take often defies conventional wisdom. I am an independent thinker. I’m reluctant to describe myself as an Independent, however, since most Independents are just attention-seeking Republican or Democratic curmudgeons.

Why iPINIONS Stands Apart

From day one, The iPINIONS Journal has been an ad-free zone. I’m proud to publish without compromising my voice to chase clicks or court sponsors.

This journal is unfiltered, uncompromised, and unapologetic — and every word is written by me.

Get in Touch

Contact me directly at [email protected], or through the Contact option in the drop-down menu. You can also find me on Threads @ipinions.

Want a curated taste of my most enduring commentaries? Explore the iPINIONS archive here.

Thank you for visiting. Enjoy.

ALH

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