It’s The Yurts
A small business with large effects
Mary and I are at Treebones Resort, perched on the western slopes of the Santa Lucia Mountains, at the end of the road on the … Continue reading
Guest Viewpoint Archive
A Critter Proposal
Some thoughts on Eugene’s proposed wildlife feeding ban
On June 11, Eugene critters don’t get to be present or place bets at the City Council wildlife lottery — but there will be Harris … Continue reading
Progressives and Primaries
November is next!
Primary elections suck for a variety of reasons, especially if you’re a rookie politician. My first primary as a candidate was May 17, 1994. I had … Continue reading
On the Anniversary of the Thurston Shooting
Memories of Mikael Nickolauson
What makes a hero? Some of the world’s most successful people imagine themselves as heroes, working toward the goal of a better world all of … Continue reading
An Elected, Independent Auditor
Yes on 20-283
If you want to save money and have open and accountable government, do your pocketbook and our democracy a favor and vote “Yes” on Ballot … Continue reading
It’s the Right Kind of Auditor
Yes on 20-287
As long-time volunteers who watch Eugene’s city government closely, we want a strong and effective performance auditor. That’s why we’re supporting measure 20-287, and not … Continue reading
The ‘Year of the Woman’ — or is it?
Progressives Can't afford to wait until November
We have been hearing from every corner nationally and here in Oregon about a “blue wave” coming this fall led by Democratic women in response … Continue reading
Latino Students: What Matters
A Q&A with LCC’s Jim García
Jim García is the Chicano/Latino Student Program Coordinator at Lane Community College. For more than 39 years, he has worked with and advocated for K-16 Latino … Continue reading
Oregonians for Organ Donation
HB 4019 encourages organ donations
One of the most rewarding aspects of my role as a state representative has been connecting people, especially young people, with their government and showing … Continue reading
Republicans on Warpath!
Dorchester doozies disturb Democrats
In my column I never aim to appease any but the most moderate of Republicans and other weird sects. Turns out that’s a bad business … Continue reading