When the True Victim is Blamed
Trump’s DARVO defense of harassment accusations
As the flood of accusations against powerful men continues to grow, people have begun to wonder why some of these men are forced from public … Continue reading
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They Saved Our Butts
A generation ago, activists protected Lane County from a proposed nuclear plant
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” — Margaret Mead … Continue reading
Horse Pucky Debate
On Getting Cedric’s Goat
Remember, dear reader, last year I carefully explained the difference between a horse race and a political race? (In a horse race the whole horse races, remember?) … Continue reading
Land Swap
Ask Eugene Skinner?
The small in statue but large in stature bronzed man who sits on the log outside the Eugene Public Library was a generous man. He and … Continue reading
Expel Greg Walden from Congress!
His Republican House tax giveaway will kill Oregonians
Is it just me? Or are others asking the same existential questions? RYFKM? Tax breaks for the rich? Tax increases for Oregon’s workers, educators, firefighters, … Continue reading
Thanksgiving
A farewell from a longtime columnist
If you know me you know that each year in November I like to take time to take stock and remember That Thanksgiving means: Giving … Continue reading
Circle Jerks
Looking for love in all the wrong places
I’ve had an exciting couple of months since we last visited. It’s been nice to be away from politics for a while. I did an enjoyable Eugene … Continue reading
What Happened?
Defeated 4J School Board Candidates Reflect on May Election
by Community Alliance for Public Education Last May’s Eugene 4J school board elections were the most contested in recent memory. Community Alliance for Public Education … Continue reading
What is Business ‘Recruitment’ Anyway?
Local economic development agencies don’t actively recruit companies
There is a major business “recruitment” project going on right now in our community, it’s called Project Titan, and I have absolutely no clue about … Continue reading
Approve the Street Repair Bond Measure
Measure 20-275 also funds bicycle and pedestrian improvements
By Joshua Skov and Emily Semple Many Eugene Weekly readers will remember that the two of us were opponents last year in the most contested … Continue reading