PinnedLewis MiesenA Familiar Story- Former Russian Colonies React to the War in UkraineRussia’s invasion of Ukraine shocked the entire world. Countries that were formerly occupied by Russia had been warning their Western…Jan 5, 20237Jan 5, 20237
Lewis MiesenThe Japanese Diaspora in JapanText by Lewis Miesen, illustrations by Luan BanzaiJun 28Jun 28
Lewis MiesenI think you've hit on a great and understated point on the political and ethical implications of…I think one point you missed, and one that is often misrepresented, is the supposedly-pure measure of academic performance as determining…Mar 26, 2023Mar 26, 2023
Lewis MiesenCars, Community, and Christian CultsThe proliferation of megachurches is driven by suburban car culture, loneliness and the search for human connection.Mar 14, 20231Mar 14, 20231
Lewis MiesenLife in Russian-Occupied Ukraine“Mini-gulags”, gangsters, and misinformationFeb 22, 20233Feb 22, 20233
Lewis MiesenReality in Ukraine- Ordinary People’s Lives Upended by Russia’s Grinding InvasionWaking up to War is never an easy thing…Feb 17, 2023Feb 17, 2023
Lewis MiesenIce Cycles, Life CyclesThere’s a place that’s always flowing Even in the dead of Winter When all is still and silent Your heart will be filled, your cup overflows…Feb 16, 20233Feb 16, 20233
Lewis MiesenI find it amusing that the standard of what is objective and fair is subjective feelings of…Moreover, there's no logical reason to get offended. We can't change the past, that's done. And because we have no power to change it, we…Feb 9, 20232Feb 9, 20232
Lewis MiesenTaking Advantage of Technology- Victory for Democracy Lies in CyberspaceExtremist politicians win because they’re faster at taking advantage of new technologies.Feb 7, 20231Feb 7, 20231
Lewis MiesenDon't worry, everyone is a fraud in their own way.Besides, being a fraud abroad is one of the perks of traveling. You can be anyone. I tell people I'm from a big shot Texas cowboy family…Jan 25, 20231Jan 25, 20231