Disconnected
Social dis-integration is driven by the rise of online ‘life’
Wait a sec, you must first be connected before you get disconnected. When was that the state of connection? We’ve come a long way, I’d … Continue reading
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Inspiration from the Aging
What can you do to bring hope to this world?
By Victoria Koch I come home from a walk and there is a man with his bike loaded with all his possessions, sleeping on the … Continue reading
Forests on Film
‘Crown jewels’ of public lands must remain standing
I’m not an avid social media user, so when “influencer” Alex Haraus (@alex.haraus on Instagram), who hit the big time with his activism working to … Continue reading
Local and Vocal
A local megaphone for a democracy in peril
There are a lot of reasons a local, independent media is necessary for a healthy democracy. And if there’s one thing we need right now, … Continue reading
Remembering Jane Doe
I witnessed a community member overdose over the weekend down the street from my home in the Whiteaker. I want them to be remembered. I … Continue reading
The Ten Suggestions?
The irony of the new Louisiana law placing the Ten Commandments in its public schools
The state of Louisiana would like us to believe that posting the Ten Commandments in school classrooms will cure the ills of society. Even though … Continue reading
Through 10 Countries to a New Life
An Afghani immigrant’s story for World Refugee Day, June 20
By Nasrat Ibrahimi I was born in Afghanistan in 1995 — the same year as the Taliban. The radical Islamic group seized power rapidly. In … Continue reading
Gaza 2024
By Jesús Sepúlveda The body of Christ is a bombed strip. Mural of horror Sore hands Eternal smoke. More than 30 thousand mutilated bodies Dunes of … Continue reading
Redefining Housing
As the housing market evolves in Oregon, some groups are changing the way we accommodate our financial future
Living in a “cooperative”? I never gave the idea much thought, and I sure didn’t think I’d join a co-op housing community. To me, a … Continue reading
Places of Truth
What is community? What makes it your community?
What happens when we fall silent on issues that compromise the wellbeing of our community? The first question would be: Can you describe your communities? … Continue reading