I need to remind myself not to follow America’s national politics as much as I’ve done in the past. As interesting as it can be, it’s also way too pessimistic and full of pie-throwing. And believe me, we already have enough bickering, bitterness, and jealousy here in Sweden. I just recently experienced how the classic catchphrase: “Swedish Envy” is alive and kicking.

It’s fascinating that yet another Kennedy, Robert Kennedy’s son, has entered the presidential nomination race. His speeches are rhetorically brilliant and the man has so many interesting stories to tell, above all from his childhood.
But due to his throat illness, I personally find it hard to listen to him for any length of time.

I captured the above image last year somewhere in the capital of Albania, Tirana.