Category Archives: Blog

Tonight ICE Attacks Twin Cities Again

Posted on January 14, 2026 by Les

As I write, ICE agents are attacking another neighborhood and have apparently shot a protester in the leg. All day ICE has been bullying people all over the city and our suburbs. Every time they show up, citizens blow whistles … Continue reading →

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No Kings

Posted on October 17, 2025 by Les

He’s Not My King. UPDATED 10/19/2025: 5:00pm Yesterday’s No King Day filled me with hope. I spent the day bouncing between coverage from across the U.S. and the World. For the first time in months, I was proud of our … Continue reading →

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Mother Earth Meets MAGA

Posted on August 2, 2025 by Les

The World is always changing, and we are helpless to stop it. There are only two ways we can deal with it. We can be aware, observe, think and act. By applying our collective minds, we can wisely solve the … Continue reading →

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Thank You Melissa Hortman

Posted on June 16, 2025 by Les

The assassination of Representative Melissa Hortman, DFL, 34B, is a senseless tragedy. Because the investigation is ongoing and details are sparse, it would be a disservice to Melissa’s memory and legacy to speculate on her death. I only want to … Continue reading →

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Tulips 2025

Posted on May 9, 2025 by Les

This morning I went to my coffee shop for my Friday coffee and conversation. The weather was balmy and my friends welcoming. As always the coffee was dark roast and perfect. It was a time to drop my worries. This … Continue reading →

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Message to the White House 03/04/2025

Posted on March 4, 2025 by Les

Mr. President,I’m writing as you speak tonight. I will be listening carefully to every word. Not because you will clear up all questions and provide logical reasons for your appalling decisions. I understand you just find. You are a terribly … Continue reading →

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