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DemJones on Aug 23, 2022 8:01 AM
Progressives must NOT sit out this year's midterm elections! This election is far too important, both for the party and the country. Make sure to get involved these next two months - volunteer at a phone bank, write post cards supporting… See Comments
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President Musk

President Musk

December 20, 2024
As the cabinet for Donald Trump’s second term shapes up, the letter “B” keeps popping up. “B” as in “billionaire.” At this writing, no fewer than 13… Read More
Obey

Obey

December 18, 2024
Obeying in Advance It began with two morning cable hosts vociferously opposed to a second term of Donald Trump. For months, they (rightly) called out Trump’s sheer unfitness, his autocratic… Read More
The Junk Drawer

The Junk Drawer

December 18, 2024
If anyone thought that Donald Trump would somehow become more serious and sober minded in his second term, well…I have some sweet oceanfront property in Phoenix to sell you. The first… Read More
They Failed Us

They Failed Us

December 18, 2024
Now that the twice-impeached convicted felon who incited an insurrection and stole classified intel has been given the Golden Ticket to do it all again, we need to talk. Democrats are scratching… Read More
Yes, It Matters

Yes, It Matters

November 3, 2024
We’ve heard it before, from cynical friends, family, and co-workers: “Why bother to vote? It doesn’t matter.” And in recent years, it can feel like that’s the case. The… Read More
Fact VS Freakout: A Sanity Checklist

Fact VS Freakout: A Sanity Checklist

November 3, 2024
An old friend of mine just told me of the issues driving voters in this presidential election. And by “voters,” he means, the dudes in his golf foursome. Steve is a smart guy. He keeps… Read More
The Bullies among Us

The Bullies among Us

October 11, 2024
Ever since Donald Trump came down the escalator in 2015, he’s attracted bullies. At his rallies, he encouraged audience members to rough up protestors. He told cops to “not be too… Read More
The Stench on the Bench

The Stench on the Bench

October 11, 2024
The last few years have been like being on a rollercoaster that’s careening on a 240-year-old track held together by duct tape and Krazy Glue. We’ve told ourselves that the relentless… Read More
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Governor Kotek Signs Executive Order on Use of Project Labor Agreements for State Construction Projects

From: Oregon Governor Kate Brown
December 19, 2024
On December 18, 2024, Governor Kotek signed Executive Order 24-31 (EO 24-31) to improve timeliness, lower costs, invest in high-skilled workers, and increase the quality of state construction… Read More

Governor Kotek Releases 2025-2027 Budget, Urges Building on Progress

From: Oregon Governor Kate Brown
December 18, 2024
Recommended budget highlights investments in housing and homelessness, behavioral health, and education On December 18, 2024, Governor Tina Kotek unveiled her 2025-2027 recommended budget entitled… Read More

Governor Kotek Signs Special Session Bill to Address 2024 Wildfire Costs

From: Oregon Governor Kate Brown
December 13, 2024
Funds will be immediately available to Oregon Department of Forestry and Oregon State Fire Marshal On December 13, 2024, Governor Tina Kotek signed Senate Bill 5801 passed in yesterday’s… Read More

Governor Kotek Releases 2025-2027 Budget, Urges Building on Progress

From: Oregon Governor Kate Brown
December 2, 2024
Recommended budget highlights investments in housing and homelessness, behavioral health, and education On December 2, 2024, Governor Tina Kotek unveiled her 2025-2027 recommended budget entitled… Read More

Governor Kotek Visits Clatsop County Housing Providers Supported by Homelessness Initiatives

From: Oregon Governor Kate Brown
November 27, 2024
This past Monday, Governor Tina Kotek visited Astoria to meet with Clatsop County housing providers and local officials to discuss the progress the county has made nearly two years into the… Read More
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