Historian. Author. Professor. Budding Curmudgeon. I study the contrast between image and reality in America, especially in politics.

PNW transplant & retired social worker. 🏳️‍🌈 ally. Interested in social justice, photography, music, nature, reading, environmental issues, lowering my personal consumerism, and last, but not least…grand parenting!

I love a good book, dogs of all kinds, fitness and food. Learning to be an engaged citizen working for democracy.

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