Access To Democracy

Hon. Paul Anderson, who retired from the MN Supreme Court upon reaching the age of 70, has been both a guest and guest host on Access to Democracy program for two decades. He and Alan frequently have spirited conversations about the law. Justice Anderson is particularly concerned about the practice of the “shadow docket” employed by the US Supreme Court, and they discussed the recent Pardon decision by the MN Supreme Court, the reversal of the 3rd degree murder conviction in the Mohamed Noor case, and other relevant and controversial aspects of the law.

Listen and Change is a community action group with over 1600 members based in the South Metro. It was founded shortly after the murder of George Floyd as a place to grow and provide forward momentum toward social and racial justice in our community and country.

Guests Pastor Kristen Capel and Elizabeth Mukanga-Kingoina discuss the values and vision of this safe space for conversation about racial equity issues where BIPOC voices are centered, and the need for advocacy for BIPOC students, parents, faculty, and staff in local public schools.

Tucked away in a location off the main drag, Copy-Right Printing is an Eagan business which offers a complete array of printing and mailing needs for businesses and individuals. Leon Hendrickson explained how the business was formed, its complement of professionals, and the wide selection of services available. From apparel to gifts, custom projects to many printing and mailing services, as well as promotional needs of the customers and community.

Brian Freeman is undoubtedly one of the busiest novelists in the world. A frequent guest on Access to Democracy, this award-winning novelist has four books which are debuting in 2021, including a bound copy of his successful audiobook, The Ursulina. Brian is working on the latest Jason Bourne novel, as he has taken over the series originated by the late Robert Ludlum. The Bourne Treachery, his second effort in the series, is now available everywhere books are sold. He spoke with Alan about some of the techniques he utilizes in his writing, how he finds and incorporates locations, and how he can accomplish so much and still enjoy life with his wife, Marcia, whose popular website is The Author’s Wife.

Dr. John Steubs was the MN Twins Team Physician for over three decades. He is an orthopedic surgeon and one of the founding doctors at Tria Orthopedics. Dr. Steubs has been a guest on Access to Democracy program several times, with discussions ranging from the Twins, orthopedic surgery, and the advisability of young children engaging in sports such as football. Dr. Steubs has been a leader in the growing field of sports medicine for many years. He discussed the proliferation of injuries to athletes, not only in baseball, but sports in general.