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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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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
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
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
Time (Again) For the Electoral College to Go

Time (Again) For the Electoral College to Go

October 11, 2024
The electoral college system is like the cicada: it crops up every four years to annoy voters with its power to override the popular vote in favor of arcane calculations that minimize the influence… Read More
We Need a Media Makeover

We Need a Media Makeover

October 11, 2024
“The lowest form of popular culture - lack of information, misinformation, disinformation, and a contempt for the truth or the reality of most people's lives - has overrun real journalism.… Read More
The He-Man Woman-Hater’s Club

The He-Man Woman-Hater’s Club

September 17, 2024
When I was in 4th grade, my classmates played a crude game we called “War.” Boys lined up on one side of the playground, girls on the other. At a signal, both sides ran headfirst towards… Read More
Happy Warriors (And Why We Need Them)

Happy Warriors (And Why We Need Them)

September 17, 2024
“Does anybody remember laughter?” So uttered singer Robert Plant during a Led Zeppelin show at Madison Square Garden in 1976. Yes, it’s pretty 70s cringe (as even Plant admits), but… Read More
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Governor Kotek Issues Statement in Response to 2024 Election Results

From: Oregon Governor Kate Brown
November 6, 2024
On Nov 6th, Governor Kotek issued a statement in response to the results of the 2024 election:“I know we are all feeling the weight of the moment following the results of Nov 5th’s… Read More

Governor Kotek, Oregon Health and Science University Board Announce Intent to Appoint Interim President

From: Oregon Governor Kate Brown
November 1, 2024
On Nov 1st, Governor Tina Kotek and the Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) Board of Directors announced the board’s intent to appoint Steve Stadum, J.D., interim president. If… Read More

Governor Kotek Announces Top Staff for Housing Accountability and Production Office

From: Oregon Governor Kate Brown
October 31, 2024
Department of Land Conservation and Development (DLCD) and the Department of Consumer and Business Services (DCBS) to address the diverse housing needs of Oregon communities. On Oct 31st, Governor… Read More

Governor Kotek Hosts 2024 Governor's Marketplace Conference and Tradeshow in Portland: 'Meaningful Engagement'

From: Oregon Governor Kate Brown
October 29, 2024
On Oct 28th, Governor Tina Kotek, the Department of Administrative Services (DAS) and Business Oregon, hosted the Governor’s Marketplace 2024 Conference and Tradeshow in Portland. Over 600… Read More

Governor Kotek Statement on Presidential Apology for Indian Boarding Schools

From: Oregon Governor Kate Brown
October 28, 2024
On Oct 28th, Governor Tina Kotek released a statement following President Joe Biden’s presidential apology on Friday for the Indian Boarding School era. President Biden issued his apology… Read More
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