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High-cost states across the West should embrace ‘choice’ in housing, Kotek says
I’m not sure how much “choice” this is
Federal judge vacates Biden Title IX rule, scrapping protections for LGBTQ+ students nationwide
Alternatively: “Federal judge upholds First Amendment.”
Outgoing Multnomah County DA seeks reduced conviction in violent assault, early release for convicted murderer
One final kick in the face to crime victims
‘It’s catch and release’: Portland shoplifters often evade prosecution, continuing city’s reputation as good place to steal
This isn’t really news to anyone who’s been paying attention.
Luigi Mangione, 26, Arrested in Connection With UnitedHealthcare CEO’s Killing in New York
We’ve raised people to believe violence is the answer.
Israel Gaza: Netanyahu ICC war crimes arrest warrant ‘outrageous’ says Biden
EU and ICC are nuts
Multnomah County’s universal basic income experiment worked, until the money ran out
Depends on what you mean by “worked.”
Oregon school report card mixed, with enrollment drop continuing
This trend will continue…
Bluesky as a Twitter replacement
It just might work.
Editor-in-chief of America’s oldest magazine resigns after calling Trump voters fascists
Okay by me
Essays
News Sources
Trying to get a well-balanced meal.
Ed Davison Field
My speech at the dedication of the field
Trump and COVID-19
It’s not a hoax, and if you think it is, this essay is for you.
Stereotypes
Why I can think Americans are idiots but you’re just dandy.