A true native of Cleveland, Ohio, Ray McNiece and his family have roots in Appalachia and Slovenia. His great great grandfather was a member of the 64th Ohio Infantry Division and his father was a decorated Korean War Veteran. He has been active in progressive politics and the peace movement since his days at Ohio University....etc He is the author of four books of poetry, several monologue theater pieces, and co-editor of America Zen: A Gathering of Poets. He has read and performed in Singapore, Italy, Russia, and around the U.S. Other titles include The Road that Carried Me Here and Son...