Graduated from U of Minn in 1954; went into Air Force as a flying officer for 3 years + 6 in the reserve.
Served on Dem. Central Committee in Minnesota. Ran for State Senate (lost). Was State Chairman Stevenson campaign in 1960 (lost at convention to Kennedy). Was in ad agency business for 45 years as owner of several agencies in the Twin Cities and San Diego.

Now semi retired (an still partnerr in several businesses); and actively write op-eds which have been frequently published in various media