A Life Steeped in the Arts
In Memory of Lois Wadsworth, 1936-2019
My mother was a gatherer of people. She could draw someone she had just met into conversation, then into friendship, almost before they knew what … Continue reading
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Republicans Propose Neo-Wobbly Socialism!
They strike; refuse to work — while getting paid!
Republicans Propose Neo-Wobbly Socialism! They strike; refuse to work — while getting paid! The Oregon Legislature adjourned its 35-day biennial session on March 5, 2020 … Continue reading
Random Events
Reflections on a brush with officers holding guns
This is the story of how I — had I dared sneeze — could have been shot and killed by the Eugene Police Department. I’m … Continue reading
Cap and Trade Reduces Emissions and Stimulates Economic Growth
I grew up in an Oregon where we worked together to better our community. As a state representative, I often receive complaints that we should … Continue reading
The Gorilla in the Square
The new farmer’s market buildings should be in harmony with City Hall AND Town Square
By Otto Poticha Recently, I attended the Eugene City Council work session and was very disappointed with what was presented as the suggested designs for … Continue reading
Insider Advice
Navigating the sex toy store
So Valentine’s Day is fast approaching, and you may be tempted to buy your sweetheart something sexy — but what? Chocolates? Massage Oils? Lingerie? Sex … Continue reading
Republicans Suck!
Embrace pervasive political polarization
Hello, dear readers. I’ve missed you. A few of you, at least three, have asked my thoughts on the Democratic presidential candidates and the prospects … Continue reading
A Marathon and a Sprint
Homelessness nonprofits prepare for COVID-19
We’ve heard the recommendations dozens of times: Wash your hands with soap and water, for at least 20 seconds; social distance at least six feet … Continue reading
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Undermining Principles
A critique of Chief Justice John Roberts' statements in his year-end report on the U.S. Judiciary
By Tom Coffin In his Year-End Report on the Federal Judiciary, Chief Justice John Roberts reminded us of our obligation to pass on to the … Continue reading
Writing on the Wall
Thirty years ago scientists predicted the effects of climate change on Northwest forests
The headline read “Global warming called threat to forests.” You may have noticed similar stories recently in the media about dying Douglas-fir forests in the … Continue reading
About Iran and Suleimani
America knows little about the man Trump killed
By M. Reza Behnam Only the United States, Israel, Saudi Arabia and the Islamic State rejoiced in the illegal and immoral targeted killing of Iranian … Continue reading
Embracing Immigrants
Acknowledge the treasure that is diverse culture
By Victoria Koch On a recent visit to my daughter’s, while we were walking around the suburban streets of Portland, I noticed one home’s flag … Continue reading
Electric Company
A 'current' proposal for saving the planet
By Phil Barnhart Now that we know that human civilization’s use of fossil fuel is unsustainable yet growing more rapidly than ever before, now that … Continue reading
Helping Our Veterans
It’s not too late to get veterans the aid they deserve
We will lose 50 percent of Oregon’s veterans over the next 20 years. Currently, 54 percent of them are over age 65. Many of those … Continue reading