Stay Put and Start the Revolution

…I’m not from here

But people tell me

It’s not like it used to be

They say I should have been here

Back about ten years

Before it got ruined by folks like me

– James McMurtry, “I’m Not From Here”

The most unorthodox step for a young American may be remaining in his or her hometown, working there and building on traditional ties.

By David Masciotra

Full Story: http://www.dailyyonder.com/stay-put-and-start-revolution/2010/01/21/2543