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The Political Was Personal

One photographer's 12-year portfolio captures Paul Wellstone's gift for connecting people with politics.

November 25, 2002

I was on my way to the photo lab when I heard the first report of a plane crash in northern Minnesota. The reporter said the plane was leased to the Wellstone campaign, but it wasn't known who was on board. Moments later came the news that Paul was on the passenger list. Within minutes came the news that Sheila, and their daughter Marcia, were also on board.

I spent a lot of time with Paul during his first two campaigns, but I had not been out with him this year. I was clearing my schedule so I could do so during the last week of the campaign. That's where I ended up, but I was not photographing what I thought I would be.

I was so proud of his speech in early October, and of his stand against the war with Iraq. It was Paul at his greatest. I was going to email him, but I decided to wait until I saw him in person.


 

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