Category Archives: Citizenship

Minnesota Business Speaks Out

Posted on January 25, 2026 by Les

I just read a letter from Minnesota Business Leaders to the Minnesota Chamber of Congress. While I appreciate your desire for deescalation of the tensions in our state and I wish you well. Unfortunately, I found it lacking spirit. Here … Continue reading →

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Minneapolis Defends Democracy

Posted on January 25, 2026 by Les

I began this post writing about Minneapolis’s successful one-day mobilization. It was intended to be a thank you to the courageous people of the Twin Cities and Minnesota. But, at 9:03 yesterday morning ICE committed another atrocity. ICE shot and … Continue reading →

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A Simple Message for Martin Luther King Day, 2026

Posted on January 19, 2026 by Les

Dr. Martin Luther King, JrCourtesy: xlensic and Pixabay.com Today is Martin Dr. Luther King Day. Our national celebration honoring the efforts and sacrifice of a genuine American hero. It is significant that we say his name, Martin Luther King, today. … Continue reading →

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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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What’s A Body To Do?

Posted on April 4, 2025 by Les

It Started Over Coffee I’ve just completed my 78th orbit around the Sun. I never thought I’d live this long. I continue my journey through this unexplored territory. A week ago I was sitting in my favorite cafe. I felt … 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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