CHALLENGING INJUSTICE
While ideally the courts are the arbiters of justice, we know that justice is not always served. And like many laws, many judges are imperfect. … Continue reading
Year: 2018
Flesh and Blood
Dark secrets haunt an American family in OCT’s production of Sam Shepard’s Buried Child
Between my two favorite American playwrights, Tennessee Williams and Sam Shepard, I find Shepard to be, inexplicably, the more familiar but less accessible of the … Continue reading
HOMELESS CITY HALL
I agree with Bob Warren’s Viewpoint (3/29) that something useful should be done with the gigantic five-year-old sand and gravel field at 7th and Pearl … Continue reading
COLLISION COURSE
For Earth Day (April 22) let us understand that what is commonly called “sustainability” isn’t really sustainable. When scrutinized through the lens of a more rigorous … Continue reading
FORWARD WITH MATTHEWS
In the two decades I’ve worked with Kevin Matthews, I’ve really appreciated his understanding of the social, economic and environmental opportunities for moving Lane County … Continue reading
ODE TO SPRINGFIELD
Thank you for the great articles about Springfield. The city and business working together made the progress possible. Maybe the city of Eugene could gain … Continue reading
VOTE FOR KENT
It’s been a long time since my husband and I have been so enthusiastic about a local political candidate. Her name is Nora Kent and she’s … Continue reading
Powerful in Pink
The indefatigable Elle triumphs in Cottage Theatre’s lovable production of Legally Blonde
On yet another gray and wet Oregon night, the last thing my depression wanted was to be confronted by bubbly optimism. But somehow I managed … Continue reading
Activist Alert
Tax protests, Living Hope, DisOrient Asian American Film Festival
• City Club of Eugene hosts the debate, “Eugene City Auditor — Independent & Elected by the People or Appointed by the City Council?” noon … Continue reading
GIVE US AN INDIE AUDITOR
Trade wars, stock market drops and more cost changes demand an independent elected auditor who understands city finances. We have experienced continuing financial losses with no … Continue reading