I am disgusted by the Congressional Black Caucus Chair's recent race-related remarks. I believe Ellison gives Obama a race-based pass as well.
Not Just Security, But Etiquette
Democrats forget but we remember.
Minneapolis is again trying to finance a streetcar line.
Daniel Lloyd Concert-Celebration Weekend
Small minds produce malicious tweets. Leaders work together to produce big solutions.
Come watch democracy in action. I will be debating Keith Ellison this Wednesday at the Minnesota State Fair.
There's a growing trend, in today's economy, to drop alarm monitoring from the family budget. But there is a way, to monitor your home security system yourself.
63% of Americans believe the country is headed in the wrong direction. Congressional approval is at all time lows. It's time for change.
Poor turnout in Columbia Heights Primary.
A follow up post about my trip to the east coast - this time we find views because others choose to share what they have.
The Fifth Congressional District needs a dedicated representative who fights for all people
A trip to the East Coast challenged my thinking about socio-economics.
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After a few weeks of controversy, I have reflected on what opinions, the internet, and social media can do to us in terms of conversation.
This week’s very public back-and-forth with Representative Bachmann is more proof that Keith Ellison is incapable of focusing and delivering solutions. Instead, he's seeking headlines again.
It’s on! I am excited to announce that Keith Ellison and I are scheduled to have our first debate at the Minnesota State Fair.
Driver strikes mom while she is playing with her son's baseball party at the end of season celebration.
Town hall meetings are an open forum. We shouldn't have to pre-register our questions.
After receiving some comments about the post earlier this week, I think that I have hit the nail on the head about what I assert is truly wrong with "Fifty Shades." Double standards hurt everyone.
A lot of things in life are grey—hard to decide—but whether or not I should read "Fifty Shades of Grey" is pretty black and white for me. Just don't read it.
Today, as we are enjoying this very special American holiday we should recognize that every American plays a vital role keeping our Independence secure.
The 40 Developmental Assets developed by Search Institute offer a common sense approach to youth development that engages all aspects of community.
A modern but sedentary lifestyle prompts me to cruise Fridley, Minnesota ... on two wheels.
Few of us have escaped childhood without enjoying the writings of Theodor Geisel (aka Dr Seuss). Fridley Community Theatre brings the area Seussical this summer.
Should politics or people come first? If elected, I will ensure government officials are held to the highest standards of professional conduct, regardless of political party, ideology or skin color.
Today the Supreme Court upheld the Affordable Care Act. While the full implications of this decision will take some time to become clear, there are a number of things that are immediately obvious.
We live in an urgent society. The word "urgent" marked on an envelope propels us into action. But what is truly urgent? Do we even know anymore?
Fathers' Day may be hard on some, and fathering is more than simply DNA donation. Today's post provides two examples of excellent fathers.
Finger paints at the ready.
Keith Ellison wants you to believe he wants to get money out of politics. Let's take a look at Keith's Million Dollar Money Machine, and examine what Keith actually does vs. what he says.
Daniel Lloyd, local musician, writes and presents an original score for MIA silent film.
I strongly believe that if anyone wants to represent everyone in Minnesota’s Fifth Congressional District, then they must seek to understand the thoughts, needs, and opinions of everyone.
Erin Brockovich and her team are coming to Fridley, Minnesota. Will she give us the answers we need?
As a combat veteran myself, I understand what it takes to defend our American way of life. Some of the most important lessons I’ve learned in life came during my combat tours in Iraq.
This week marked the first anniversary of the tornado that ravaged so many neighborhoods on the North Side and across the Fifth Congressional District.
Keith Ellison wants you to think I was disparaging leaders on the North Side. That's just not true.
Thank you, Patch, for all the work you do for the community!
Columbia Heights City Council discussing chickens.
These Wayne Kramer models are ultra light weight with super smooth frets.