I once wrote that “the rule of law is one cornerstone of a life that is well lived”. It proposes that a state must, in all instances, subordinate itself to the rights of an individual. But what exactly is “a life that is well lived?” Explaining that nebulous concept is difficult as every person aspires to different things except to say that we know what “a life well lived” looks like when we see one. The life of Paul Newman is one such example. He accomplished many things in his life and did so with the highest level of excellence. Among other things, he was an Oscar award winning actor (Color of Money); a successful businessman; a philanthropist (Newman’s Own) an accomplished Racecar Driver who won the 1995 24 Hours of Daytona at the age of 70 and a championship winning racecar owner (Newman-Hass). But what I admire most about the man is that he was a devoted husband who found a way to make his marriage work while working in the glitzy world of Hollywood.
Rest In Peace, Mr. Newman. You are an inspiration to all of us.
