Politics Blue Dog Liberal - A political mutt who supports fiscal conservatism and social liberalism.
Favorites
Favorite Blogs TPM Cafe, Facebook
Favorite Books Women Who Run With the Wolves by Clarissa Pinkola Estes, Ph.D.
The Art of War, by Sun Tzu
Ethics For a New Millennium, by His Holiness the Dalai Lama
Favorite Quotes "Blessed are the meek for they shall inherit the earth," Jesus, Matthew 5:5.
"In battle, confrontation is done directly, victory is gained by surprise," Sun Tzu, The Art of War
"I am only an ordinary human being. The best I can do is try to help them by sharing in their suffering," the Dalai Lama
Bio
Born, raised and educated in Ashland, Ore. Earned bachelor and master degrees in liberal arts and education. Held editorial and managment positions at several mid-sized newspapers. Currently single and dislikes dating. Family includes two sons and four grandchildren. Ditched jobs in publishing in response to dying industry; took depression-proof position in grocery to ensure roof over head and food in belly while country is recovering from Bush-enomics. Joined labor union (UFCW Local 21), became a steward and am actively involved in our union's government activities.