Marian Salzman, SVP, Global Communications, Philip Morris International (PMI)Another tumultuous week in 2020—filled with uncertainty and angst, no matter which “side” you’re on. Why am I not surprised? What keeps popping into my head is that the presidential term begun in 2017 was supposed to be all about putting a CEO in the world’s highest seat of power—bringing a business ethos to Capitol Hill. And yet what we have been seeing in the United States these past four years is the antithesis of trends in business. Instead of a push for inclusion, we have seen a rise in identity politics and nationalism. Instead of an emphasis on long-term stability and sustainability, we have seen a focus on immediate gains, whatever their cost. Instead of transparency and collaboration, we see closed-door meetings, disrespect for facts, and adherence to the notion that there are no bridges to be built between “us” and “them.” An awful way to run a business, much less a government.