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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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Camp Cruelty

Camp Cruelty

July 15, 2025
“What distinguishes a concentration camp from a prison (in the modern sense) is that it functions outside of a judicial system. The prisoners are not indicted or convicted of any crime by… Read More
It Is Happening Here

It Is Happening Here

July 14, 2025
A few months back, I had a conversation with someone who rolled her eyes at the notion that Donald Trump is acting like Hitler. Even as he was trying to stifle the press, control the justice system,… Read More
Who Are Those Masked Men?

Who Are Those Masked Men?

July 13, 2025
Back in the day, many heroes wore masks: Batman, the Lone Ranger, Iron Man. Sadly, we’re in an era of another kind of mask, the kind that “Halloween’s” Michael Myers favored,… Read More
The Madness of King Donald

The Madness of King Donald

July 12, 2025
He exhibited signs of mania and wildly erratic behavior, lashing out at anyone and everyone around him. He made terrible political decisions, humiliating his country and weakening it on the world… Read More
Corruption In

Corruption In "Plane" Sight

July 11, 2025
Abe Lincoln was offered a herd of elephants. In 1880, Queen Victoria sent President Rutherford Hayes a beautiful desk made from the salvaged timbers of the HMS Resolute (which is still used in the… Read More
Ice, Ice Baby

Ice, Ice Baby

May 12, 2025
Donald Trump seems to have a thing for making others suffer. In his first administration, he made a big show of separating children – including nursing babies – from their migrant… Read More
Down The Memory Hole

Down The Memory Hole

May 11, 2025
Since the Trump administration came back into power, there’s been a concerted effort to “disappear” all kinds of historical facts and figures in our country. Trump brays that DEI… Read More
“First They Came For…”

“First They Came For…”

May 10, 2025
He attempted a coup. When it failed, he embarked on a brash campaign of revenge and retribution. With a deep sense of grievance among the population, the environment was ripe for his message. He took… Read More
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Governor Kotek Signs Bill to Expand Economic Opportunities for Small Businesses

From: Oregon Governor Tina Kotek
July 25, 2025
Oregon to do more to prioritize small businesses in state procurement Last week, Governor Tina Kotek signed House Bill 2337 into law, which establishes a procurement program to prioritize small… Read More

Governor Kotek Halts Rulemaking to Protect Beloved Oregon Farm Stands

From: Oregon Governor Tina Kotek
July 25, 2025
DLCD to postpone issuing proposed draft rules in the Secretary of State’s Bulletin for public comment at this time Salem, OR - On July 25, 2025, Governor Tina Kotek directed the Department of… Read More

Governor Kotek Applauds Federal Disaster Declaration for Southern Oregon Flooding

From: Oregon Governor Tina Kotek
July 24, 2025
Funding will be available for repair or replacement of facilities damaged by severe storms in Coos, Curry, and Douglas counties in March On July 24, 2025, Governor Tina Kotek shared the announcement… Read More

Governor Kotek Announces Leadership Transition at Oregon Department of Human Services

From: Oregon Governor Tina Kotek
July 24, 2025
Governor appoints Deputy Director Liesl Wendt to succeed long-serving Director Fariborz Pakseresht when he retires this fall Beaverton, OR - On July 24, 2025, Governor Tina Kotek announced she has… Read More

Governor Kotek Signs Statewide Shelter Program into Law

From: Oregon Governor Tina Kotek
July 24, 2025
Legislation codifies emergency shelter system for Oregonians experiencing unsheltered homelessness On July 24, 2025, Governor Tina Kotek commemorated the signing of House Bill 3644, which… Read More
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