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Guest Viewpoint

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Jim Weaver 1927-2020

A remembrance of Oregon’s charismatic 4th District congressman from 1975-1987

Viewpoint 6 years ago

By Joe Rutledge Given the enduring impact of Jim Weaver’s accomplishments during his years in Congress as well as the countless friends, colleagues, news organizations … Continue reading →

The Burning Question

When do we get serious about climate action? 

Viewpoint 6 years ago

By Emily Semple and Ralph McDonald  “Big Trees Cause Rain.” As long-term Eugene residents, we remember the vintage bumper sticker.  But in no prior September … Continue reading →

After the Fire

Build mental wellness and resilience now for the wildfire and future climate disasters

Viewpoint 6 years ago

by Bob Doppelt  The horrific wildfire in the McKenzie Valley has caused injuries and deaths, destroyed homes and personal valuables, killed domestic and wild animals … Continue reading →

America at a Crossroads

Democracy faces its greatest crisis ever under the Trump administration

Viewpoint 6 years ago

By Tom Coffin One has to wonder if Americans will care enough about our democracy and freedom to soon rouse themselves with the energy to … Continue reading →

For the Birds

The Cascades Raptor Center is having its busiest year

Viewpoint 6 years ago

On June 26, after three months away, I returned to the Cascades Raptor Center. I looked forward to resuming volunteer work in the wildlife hospital. … Continue reading →

Protest Violence Enables Trump

Let’s not give the president four more years in office

Viewpoint 6 years ago

”Darkness cannot drive out darkness, only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.” — Martin Luther King Jr. … Continue reading →

Act for Change

It’s time for a more effective, humane approach to addiction 

News 6 years ago

by Chris Hecht COVID-19 is on the rise in Oregon. People need access to health care now more than ever, and for people with addictions, … Continue reading →

WOW Hall, It’s Ours!

Participate and help the Community Center for the Performing Arts’s historic building and programs

Viewpoint 6 years ago

By David Zupan Thousands of events, gatherings and friendships have happened in the W.O.W. Hall since the Woodmen of the World built their new Woodcraft … Continue reading →

Change History

Dismantle the systems that validate oppression and racism

Viewpoint 6 years ago

By Michelle Holman White people in America are clearly steeped in a very real moment. We are being urged to listen, reckon, reflect and act. … Continue reading →

Racialized Inequality 

Social justice is the vaccine we need for Oregon's food system

Viewpoint 6 years ago

By Joan Gross and Emily Yates-Doerr The COVID-19 pandemic has laid bare the racialized inequality that permeates Oregon’s food system.  The conditions of slavery and … Continue reading →

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