The Elf’s-eye View Seen on a woodland walk yesterday afternoon. Quote of the Day ”If I were Ukrainian, I would feel insulted. If I were British, I would feel ashamed. As a French diplomat, I will not comment on Twitter.” Philippe Errera, political director at the French foreign ministry, commenting on Boris Johnson’s likening of Ukraine’s battle against Russian aggression to the Brexit campaign.
Thank you for the link to Gus Simmons memoir. I look forward to reading it.
I spent an unforgettable 2 years (mid. 1980s) covering the state legislature (then, as now, legendarily corrupt) and exploring the state from the Kanawha River (home to Nitro WV) to the distant hills and towns that even then were in precipitous economic decline. Residents of the state don’t really own even the land they live on, and their elected representatives know it.
Thank you for your comment, Kathleen. I'm compiling a special occasional edition called 'Reader Feedback' because I'm embarrassed by my inability to respond properly to comments as they come in. I'm including your comment in it. Hope that's ok.
Thank you for the link to Gus Simmons memoir. I look forward to reading it.
I spent an unforgettable 2 years (mid. 1980s) covering the state legislature (then, as now, legendarily corrupt) and exploring the state from the Kanawha River (home to Nitro WV) to the distant hills and towns that even then were in precipitous economic decline. Residents of the state don’t really own even the land they live on, and their elected representatives know it.
Thank you for your comment, Kathleen. I'm compiling a special occasional edition called 'Reader Feedback' because I'm embarrassed by my inability to respond properly to comments as they come in. I'm including your comment in it. Hope that's ok.
Indeed, I’d be honored. All the best to you.