A+, D-

Its a shame that the DNT doesn’t put its local cartoonist Steve Lindstrom’s cartoons on its website.

I was so preoccupied reading the editorial a few days ago about my neighbor taking on the duty of being on the editorial board that I failed to notice the Lindstrom cartoon that sat beside it. When the cartoon was described to me I had to go back to the Monday paper to see it for myself especially after hearing that the Superintendent said it did the School District no credit. (which I took to mean it did Dr. Dixon little credit) It was simple and pointed. It showed a character representing the School District proudly holding up a report card on “new buildings” graded A+ and holding behind his back another report card on “teaching students” with a D-.

I have to give the editorial board credit for publishing letters (including mine) which often drive stakes of holly through their heart. The Lindstrom cartoon is a similar rebuke.

About the author

Harry is a ferociously good natured eccentric in Duluth Minnesota who detests traitors dressed up as Uncle Sam. You can find somewhat better edited writings of his at the Duluth Reader "contributors." page. The URL is:

https://duluthreader.com/contributors/h/84/284-harry-welty