The Left Coast

The Left Coast

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Exploring world affairs, national affairs, culture, protests, racism, pandemics and the human comedy from the left of the continent. This is not meant to draw you here, but to urge you to make your community better, no matter where you live.

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About James R Smith

Jim has worked as a journalist, editor, union organizer/leader & political economist. Books: The Future Starts Now, Gentrifying Paradise & 2 poetry books. Member: Nat’l Writers Union