Donovan Scribes (@donovanscribes.bsky.social)

Did you know Oregon has the highest eviction levels in the state’s history now? 10 years after the a Renters’ State of Emergency was declared. I explore why in my latest installment of The Black Byline ⬇️ www.portlandmercury.com/opinion/2025...

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The Black Byline: A 10-Year-Old (Forgotten) Emergency REMEMBER: DIKES ARE SAFE AT PRESENT. YOU WILL BE WARNED IF NECESSARY. YOU WILL HAVE TIME TO LEAVE. DON'T GET EXCITED. —Housing Authority of Portland (present day Home Forward), May 30, 1948 notice to ... https://www.portlandmercury.com/opinion/2025/11/03/48105406/the-black-byline-a-10-year-old-forgotten-emergency