Return To Forever
We lost an incredible artist, leader and comrade, the amazing Chick Corea this week. His creative energy infused so many, and his influence spanned several generations. He worked into his…
Let’s Ignore Candace Owens!
I wrote a letter to a friend who expressed admiration for Candace Owens. He was surprised that I was not a fan. I want to clearly describe why here. I…
Presidential Candidate Shirley Chisholm
This first post related to the Polity is dedicated to the memory of Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm. I was able to meet Shirley Chisholm when I was in Rockford,…
Open letter to Mike Braun:
How can a U.S. Senator Appear to Favor Fascism Over Democracy? It’s a funny word really. I’d heard the word from time to time but never explored what it meant…
Christmas Greetings from The 6P!!
I just wanted to post a photo I found [do not hold rights to this photo!] of two of my faves from years ago. Miles passed in 1991 and Herbie…
Where Have all my Heroes Gone?
John McCain, American war hero who suffered for all of us who stood alone on the Senate floor to protect our health care John Lewis, soul of the House, beaten…
Just In: Guest Contributor Robert Bach, MD!
Thanksgiving Thank you I am not waking up in a tent looking at the Penobscot shivering Thank you I am not at the border in sweltering heat wondering if they…
Disappointed, Yes; Downcast, No!
Disappointed? The results of the election are not in. States are still counting ballots. The demonstrated disposition of the electorate is clear. The frustrations and anxiety of black and…
Talking Loud and Saying Nothing
( a poem) All Talk Radio All the talk that’s fit to hear 24 hour talk radio Talk on Demand Non-stop Talk and Entertainment News Talk for those in the…