About John Oliver Mason

I am a freelance writer, having worked for newspapers, magazines and blogs for over twenty-five years, covering neighborhood and working people making their communities and their lives better. I believe in the power of the written word to bring about change, and I put that into practice. I believe that when we become aware of the effect our small actions in the community have in improving lives, we can truly make a difference. I am also one of the leading poets in the Philadelphia area, and I also write fiction. I also act, performing on the public access channel PhillyCAM.

How did you meet your significant other?

She started working alongside me in the sme office, working for the City of Phhiladelphia.

The John Mason Talk-Walk, August 21, 2026

I speak today about the relief of the USS Lincoln, the racism around the naming of a new carrier, and the real story of the 1963 March on Washington For Jobs and Freedom.

My Novel, “Soldier Of The Cross.”

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How do you deal with uncertainty?

Not very well, I just wait for more information to come in.

The Mason Moment, August 17, 2026, 2026: “All This News At Once!”

I speak (again) about the USS Abraham Lincoln, trump’s catering-truck episode, and the need to unite and vote.

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The Mason Moment, August 12, 2026

I speak about how trump abuses our military men and women.

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What’s a thing I wish schools actually taught?

Critical thnking skills, allowing students to seriously question what they’ve been taught, as opposed to a teacher just babbling rehashed printings in antiquated books.

The John Mason Talk-Walk, August 7, 2026

My Novel, “Soldier Of The Cross.”

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The John Mason Talk-Walk, July 31, 2026

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Resolutions for my birthday 2026

My birthday is just a few days away, and I continue my tradition of birthday resolutions:

I will continue to conduct myself with self-love, self-esteem, and self-respect, carrying myself with dignity, thinking more positively about my life and my work.

I will continue to be faithful to Jewish history, religion, culture, etc.

I will continue the practice of moderate exercise, 5-10 not killing myself with it.

I will continue my art and craft as a writer, taking classes, attending readings and conferences, etc.

I will continue such spiritual practices as meditation, prayer, Torah study, etc.

My Novel, “Soldier Of The Cross.”

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The Mason Moment, July 27, 2026

I speak about Andrew Tate and his mysogyny, and of the health status of Mitch McConnell.

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