Let’s Keep DeFazio
Peter DeFazio was progressive long before AOC. He still is.
By Reps. Mark Pocan and Pramila Jayapal In 1991, a small group of members of the U.S. House of Representatives banded together to fight for … Continue reading
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Better Together
St. Vinnie’s finds its footing in COVID-19
By Terry McDonald The coronavirus pandemic has upended business as usual, and we have been learning during the past two months the lessons that adversity … Continue reading
This, Too, Shall Pass
COVID-19 is Life-Altering and offers a time for reflection
By Heather Buch Throughout my life, whenever I found myself in an especially challenging place, my mother would repeat to me those wise, graceful words, … Continue reading
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
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