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History-setting choices to be put before the voters

Some years, the ballot seems almost dull – not much of interest, not many intelligent choices. However, from Washington D.C. to the halls of the state Capitol in Salem, this year's elections are ready for the history books. The many ballot measures Oregon voters face are rigged with tricky language and unexplained long-term consequences, demanding a closer look....

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Rev. Renee Ward builds grassroots effort for local ballot access

Rev. Renee Ward and her new organization, (I'm) Everyday People, have been working overtime to make sure local residents are registered to vote....


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Health and Wellness Fair.... Renters Rights Training.... Youth Candidate Forum... Partnership to Deploy Drug Strategy....


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Dr. Julianne Malveaux, economist, columnist and president of Bennett College in North Carolina, delivers the keynote speech at the Urban League of Portland's Equal Opportunity day Dinner....

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The Barack Obama Northeast Portland campaign office reported Monday that it set "another record voter registration Saturday," Oct. 11, registering over 500 voters...


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Oregon Health & Science University has announced topics and speakers for its popular "Ask the Health Experts" lecture series. The November series....

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In these troubling economic times, people may be unable to make their healthcare a priority and may feel that they don't have the money to visit their doctor or fill a prescription....


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Macy's has announced that it is taking its signature runway fashion show to 27 markets via regional movie theaters .... All of the proceeds from ticket sales will benefit Cascades AIDS Project....


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The Clark County Regional Support Network is embarking upon a project to improve the employment rate for individuals in RSN-funded mental health services....


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A new report explores the impact of changing food and agriculture systems on public health in Clark County, Washington....


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