Lord knows, Minneapolis is not perfect. Anyone who has driven down our streets, swerving around crater-sized potholes, or past trash-filled homeless encampments can tell you that. Our city council often seems more interested in renaming lakes or squabbling than in solving real-life problems. However, I was never prouder of my city than this past couple... Continue Reading →
It has been a crazy start to the year. Minneapolis is under siege from federal ICE agents who were sent to invade our city, starting last month. Masked, heavily armed Gestapo-like troops are rounding up anyone with brown skin, harassing them, sometimes beating them up, and occasionally deporting them. This is supposedly for immigration enforcement.... Continue Reading →
On May 25th George Floyd lost his life in an act of police violence outside a store located a few blocks from my house. This led to protests and then to rioting, looting, and arson. Now almost two weeks later, as I reflect on subsequent events, I have many reactions. I am sorry for the... Continue Reading →
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