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

A Doctor of Education, a mother who raised 6 children and diligent community member

Happily married retired music teacher in Franklin County, Mo.German ancestry. Current music director at UCC church and adjunct professor.Christ follower.Ph.D. and unashamed advocate for public education. Blue dot in a red state.Go UCM Mules/Rock Chalk!

Democrat, composter, novice native plant gardener.

Empath, 🌈LGBTQ+ ally, deconstructing Catholic, mother, tech professional Sports fan: Cards; Chiefs; Blues; City SC; MIZZOU. NO DM’s please unless we know each other

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