My name is Jess and I was a high school Literature teacher for 16 years until I decided to run as a Democrat in a rural, red district in Missouri. I bring you news and politics from Missouri and beyond from a rural progressive point of view.
Two retired English/writing teachers and two retired reference librarians. Each brings a unique perspective - poetry, prose, photography combined. Once a week an alternating member contributes a blog - some witty, some reflective & even some profound.
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