Category Archives: Being American

What Happens When A Conspiracy Dies?

Posted on August 16, 2021 by Les

Recently, I got an email from a close friend. We’ve known each other for decades and, while we are on opposite ends of the political spectrum, we both treasure our friendship. His email contains a warning about impending changes that … Continue reading →

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Rose With Bee

Posted on June 17, 2021 by Les

Even with reasonable people in the White House the enemy relentlessly bullies, threatens and intimidates. At this precious moment in which we could be making historic changes to improve every American’s quality of life a couple of Democrats still find … Continue reading →

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Memorial Day 2021: What Did They Die For?

Posted on May 31, 2021 by Les

Another day of remembrance. Another day when Americans traditionally pause to reflect on the military history of the United States and the sacrifices made to keep us the “land of the free and home of the brave.”  This Memorial Day, … Continue reading →

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Billie Holiday and the Tragic Song, Strange Fruit

Posted on February 22, 2021 by Les

On a cold March night in 1939, an unusual audience gathered at the club, Cafe Society, a new jazz club on West 4th Street in Greenwich Village, New York City. They came because Café Society was an unusual club. It … Continue reading →

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The Acquittal of Donald J Trump and What It Tells Us

Posted on February 15, 2021 by Les

The Impeachment Trial of Donald J. Trump, former President of the United States has ended. He was acquitted, even though a majority of the Senators voted Guilty: 57 – 43. The minimum of guilty votes need was 67, which did … Continue reading →

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Civil War 2021

Posted on February 3, 2021 by Les

As I started this blog, I was watching the remains of Officer Brian Sicknick being placed in state under the Capitol’s Rotunda. It is an honor that is given to few people. He earned it. He is the US Capitol … Continue reading →

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