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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.
Recovery from anything that disconnects you from yourself — the beliefs, roles, and identities you inherited or adopted. Recognition of original wholeness. Writer. LCSW.
Kelly is a writer who I’ve known and admired for many years.
Former pastor of the Lutheran variety, wrestling with the "why," of a whole lot, the occasional dog story, and a smidgen of food obsession. Also, a serialized mystery novel.
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