Category Archives: Portraits

Volodomyr Zelenskyy

Posted on March 16, 2022 by Les

This morning, I listened to Ukrainian President Zelenskyy speak to the U.S. Congress from a secure location in Kyiv. He appeared before them, sitting at his desk, wearing an olive drab military t-shirt. There is no doubting that he is … Continue reading →

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Waiting for Hell to Freeze Over

Posted on February 8, 2019 by Les

Not much to say. Our President continues to eviscerate our democracy and nation. His henchmen are merrily working along to totally undermine democratic traditions, role of law, you name it. It’s a race between human decency and depravity. Right now, … Continue reading →

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Political Dehumanization – Creating the Other

Posted on December 12, 2017 by Les

Derek, volunteer first responder, showing a Jaws of Life device. As 2017 comes to a close, we find America dangerously divided. There are powerful currents at work, trying to deepen the fissures that threaten to fragment our nation. I have … Continue reading →

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Edgar Allen Poe and the Snow Angle

Posted on December 11, 2013 by Les

Clean Water Action activist braving -10F windchill to spread the word about toxic chemicals in children’s products. Last night, as the winter darkness froze into place and an arctic wind chilled the air to -10F, I settled down in front … Continue reading →

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Fall Motorcycling In the Driftless

Posted on October 7, 2013 by Les

Virgil and Peter Taking A Break. Recently, my buddy Virgil and I rode our bikes to Winona to see the exhibits at the Minnesota Maritime Art Museum.  We made the trip a two-day ride so that we could take time … Continue reading →

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Comfort

Posted on May 28, 2013 by Les

Futzin Resting In Aunt Nikki’s Arms This Memorial Day weekend, I went to Fergus Falls to celebrate the birthday of another family member. This time it was Andrew who turned one year old. Drew has the nickname Futzin which was … Continue reading →

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