When Is A Tribute ‘Appropriation’?
Regarding Siri Vik’s performance of Billie Holiday’s music, can someone explain to me the defining limits of “cultural appropriation”? Who decides? Just wondering, because some … Continue reading
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Stop The City’s Foot Dragging On Helping The Homeless
Bravo to Gov. Tina Kotek for declaring a housing and homeless state of emergency on her first day in office. I’m thrilled to watch local … Continue reading
The Shedd Has Long Supported Black Musicians
When the late, great and beloved Ray Charles gave his magnificent rendition of “America The Beautiful” on Oct. 28, 2001, in Game 2 of the … Continue reading
Don’t Hate Haters
Emma Scott Lavin’s Viewpoint in Local & Vocal (“Dear Hateful,” Jan. 26) seemed to be more about scolding (“how naughty you’ve been”) than about reaching … Continue reading
It’s Not Easy Being an Asylum Seeker
The Oregon Community Asylum Network has brought more than 30 refugees to Eugene
By Victoria Koch I got a text around 8 pm, two days before Christmas Eve from Maria,* the asylum seeker I sponsor. She told me … Continue reading
E-Bike With Care
Note to drivers: E-bikes can reach speeds well over speed limits posted for cars. They can blast up from behind you in bike lanes and … Continue reading
Eugene’s A Friendly Place To Live
I moved to Eugene six years ago from a large city in the Southwest. Immediately, I was impressed with the friendliness of the Willamette Valley. … Continue reading
EWEB For City Hall Makes Sense And Saves Dollars
I’ve advocated the sense and sensibility of purchasing and remodeling the EWEB Building for Eugene’s City Hall since the utility first sensed they would vacate … Continue reading
DeFazio Took It To The Mat And Won
Thank you for publishing Henry Houston’s excellent article (“Leaving the House,” Jan. 19) on Peter DeFazio. We need more representatives with DeFazio’s progressive passion. I … Continue reading
Artificial Intelligence Stifles Creativity
How dumb can we get? AI will make sure we find out. Not only does this technology threaten the artistic world with an easy style … Continue reading