Since you have come here, you should know that I have a past as an international lawyer and have spent time in many different parts of the world. I bring that memory bank to bear on what I post in my blog, even if the commentary has no international aspect to it. I have also practiced my profession both within large corporations and on my own from a home office, in which I now work. I have participated in municipal government at many levels, including as an elected Councilman, and have great concern for the future of the national government of this country.