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“Every kid is a library kid.” I cried my mascara off hearing
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speak last night at an All Hands Raised fundraiser. Mychal, you are a national treasure. Thank you for making this library kid’s night. Now off to the library to pick up my latest holds! 📚🌈🦋
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Willamette Week
about 19 hours ago
Air conditioning, especially in the Willamette Valley, has become a public health necessity rather than a consumer preference, says Vivek Shandas.
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Air Conditioning Is Becoming More Vital to Oregon’s Public Health and Safety
Khushboo Rathore
https://www.wweek.com/news/environment/2026/06/17/air-conditioning-is-becoming-more-vital-to-oregons-public-health-and-safety/
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Portland Mercury
about 22 hours ago
This Friday is Juneteenth, and in the latest edition of THE BLACK BYLINE, author Donovan Scribes lays out the case for reparations for Black Oregonians: why we should do it, the progress that's already been made, and despite all the arguments against it, why it remains very feasible.
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THE BLACK BYLINE: Why It's Finally Time for Oregon to Pay Reparations - Portland Mercury
So if I come to your job / Take your corn on the cob / And take a couple kernels off / Would that be alright with you? Andre 3000, What a Job (2007) Re•pair: to restore by replacing a part or putting ...
https://www.portlandmercury.com/opinion/the-black-byline-why-its-finally-time-for-oregon-to-pay-reparations/
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Street Roots
about 18 hours ago
Street Roots' Juneteenth issue is out now! Read about how Oregonians are celebrating Juneteenth throughout the state, the woman who brought the first Juneteenth celebrations to Oregon over 50 years ago and more. Find a vendor near you to purchase this week's paper:
streetroots.org/vendors#locate
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Good News by Good Good Good
1 day ago
If the “king of toxic masculinity” hates it, you’re probably onto something. A group of dads in England are turning “boys night out” into an opportunity to get better at some key parenting skills: ponytails and periods!
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OPB
1 day ago
Becky Lange was the kind of person city leaders say Portland needs more of. What can the city learn from her life?
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‘She wasn’t finished’: Portland community remembers life of unsheltered leader cut short by tragedy
Lange didn’t have a house. She dealt with addiction and other health issues. Her job consisted of digging through garbage. But that’s not what defined her. Those who knew her describe a civic leader, an advocate for overlooked, struggling Portlanders, an artist, and an entrepreneur – the kind of person city leaders say Portland needs more of.
https://www.opb.org/article/2026/06/17/community-remembers-life-of-unsheltered-portland-leader-cut-short-by-tragedy/
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Ibram X. Kendi
3 days ago
One of the oldest racist ideas about Black women is they are men. Enslavers deployed this idea to justify forcing Black women into the same heavy and backbreaking field labor as enslaved Black men. Today, racist theorists have used this idea to degrade prominent Black women, such as Michelle Obama.
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Portland Mercury
6 days ago
It's going to be very hot in Portland this weekend. An extreme heat warning will be in effect from 11 am Sunday to 11 pm Tuesday, according to the National Weather Service. On Monday, temperatures are forecasted to soar to 99 degrees.
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Willamette Week
6 days ago
Poison Waters, the Portland Gay Men’s and others honor the city’s most iconic drag queen with ribbon-cutting festivities.
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Darcelle XV Plaza to Open for Pride Month
Kendall Porter
https://www.wweek.com/performance/2026/06/12/darcelle-xv-plaza-to-open-for-pride-month/
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Portland Mercury
7 days ago
Farmers Market season is so back. Here's your complete guide to the best spots to shop and explore in Portland this summer.
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Your Complete Guide to Farmers Markets in Portland - Portland Mercury
During the warmer months, farmers and purveyors bring their bounty of produce and local food products to farmers markets across Portland. Shopping alfresco is an absolute treat and alongside food vend...
https://www.portlandmercury.com/everout/your-complete-guide-to-farmers-markets-in-portland/
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NPR
6 days ago
So you want to ignite a reading habit this summer. How do you get back into the groove? We talk to reading enthusiasts for their best tricks — like allowing yourself to read wherever, whenever.
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To read more this summer, stop waiting for the perfect moment
So you want to ignite a reading habit this summer. How do you get back into the groove? We talk to reading enthusiasts for their best tricks — like allowing yourself to read wherever, whenever.
https://n.pr/3QzTVO6
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Street Roots
9 days ago
Portland is seen as a safe-haven destination for many transgender and queer people searching for places that boast safer policies and robust community. Despite its generally welcoming reputation, LGBTQIA2S+ people in the county face care gaps in shelter, eviction support, and other vital resources.
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Portland is a legislative safe haven for trans people, but lags in housing support
Queer people in Multnomah County still face care gaps in shelter, eviction support, case management and other vital resources
https://www.streetroots.org/news-stories/2026/06/05/portland-is-a-legislative-safe-haven-for-trans-people-but-lags-in-housing-support/
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The Oregonian
8 days ago
In some cases, the new shuttle is the only way to access Portland’s city-owned forest without a car.
https://theoregonian.visitlink.me/oEYlmk
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“Every kid is a library kid.” I cried my mascara off hearing
@mychal3ts.bsky.social
speak last night at an All Hands Raised fundraiser. Mychal, you are a national treasure. Thank you for making this library kid’s night. Now off to the library to pick up my latest holds! 📚🌈🦋
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Anat Shenker-Osorio
15 days ago
Defiance sounds beautiful.
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Ms. Foundation for Women
15 days ago
Marsha "Pay It No Mind" Johnson was one of the most prominent leaders of the LGBTQ+ movement of the 60s and 70s. Her timeless guidance rings true today — our fights are interconnected. ❤️🫂🤝
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Working Families Party 🐺
17 days ago
Today is the start of Pride month. Take a trip back in time with us — not that long ago, when the fight looked different, but what we were fighting for was the same. We got us. We always have.
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MoveOn
17 days ago
Happy Pride to all who celebrate. May this month remind you that you are seen, valued, and worthy of love exactly as you are. 🏳️🌈
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NPR
21 days ago
In 2024, nearly half of U.S. households did not earn enough to cover their necessities.
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A new report shows how close American households are to the financial edge
In 2024, nearly half of U.S. households did not earn enough to cover their necessities.
https://n.pr/4nTWPcA
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The Oregonian
19 days ago
The bridge connects the city’s east and west sides and has been the backdrop to countless protests and other community events over decades
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Burnside Bridge celebrates 100 years with picnic, music – and love letters
The bridge connects the city’s east and west sides and has been the backdrop to countless protests and other community events over decades
https://www.oregonlive.com/portland/2026/05/burnside-bridge-celebrates-100-years-with-picnic-music-and-love-letters.html
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Good News by Good Good Good
23 days ago
When the Mister Rogers stamp first issued in 2018, the USPS ordered a print run of about 12 million — and they sold out “within just a few weeks.” In June, you’ll have a opportunity to get your hands on them again!
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Robert Reich
26 days ago
Poverty is a policy choice. Concentrated wealth is a policy choice. Inequality is a policy choice. None of it is natural or inevitable. Remember: We have the power to build a system that serves the many, not the powerful few.
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Anat Shenker-Osorio
28 days ago
This is what we need Dems to say, and what Dems need to say to win. These are the things most American voters want, which is above all an opposition party that will stand strong and fight fascism.
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Anat Shenker-Osorio
28 days ago
"A vote for me is a vote to abolish ICE." "A vote for me is a vote to close the camps where tens of thousands of people the regime abducted are captive without trial." "A vote for me is a vote to lower your healthcare premiums." "A vote for me is a vote to stop killing school kids abroad."
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OPB
26 days ago
🖼️ GALLERY: Hundreds of people gathered in Gresham last Saturday for the opening of the brand new East County Library. The location has an imposing 95,000 square feet of space, which houses not just books but community rooms, youth spaces, audio equipment and more. 📸: Saskia Hatvany/OPB
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Good News by Good Good Good
29 days ago
For a new crop of novelists, optimism is not just a character trait — it’s the whole point.
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Why we're craving utopian fiction, from the hope of 'Project Hail Mary,' to the wholesomeness of 'Ted Lasso'
For a new crop of novelists, optimism is not just a character trait — it’s the whole point.
https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/utopian-fiction-radical-imagination
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I'm attending Black Voters Matter's event, “All Roads Lead to the South Rally” - sign up now to join me!
#BlackVotersMatter
www.mobilize.us/blackvotersm...
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All Roads Lead to the South Rally · Black Voters Matter
All Roads Lead to the South. This national day of action — taking place on Saturday, May 16, 2026 — is intended to bring communities together through peaceful, nonpartisan civic engagement activities ...
https://www.mobilize.us/blackvotersmatter/event/955955/?referring_vol=3312457&rname=Lisa&share_context=signup-form-modal&share_medium=bluesky×lot=6008121
about 1 month ago
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The Oregonian
about 1 month ago
The Portland documentary filmmaker was known for telling stories of people struggling with addiction and poverty.
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'What tremendous luck it was to be his partner for more than thirty years' — Cheryl Strayed mourns husband Brian Lindstrom
The Portland documentary filmmaker was known for telling stories of people struggling with addiction and poverty.
https://www.oregonlive.com/books/2026/05/brian-lindstrom-husband-of-wild-author-cheryl-strayed-dies-at-65.html
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NPR
about 1 month ago
In the age of fast fashion, it can be hard to find garments that are both well constructed and made with quality materials. Here are four things a fashion expert checks before buying new clothes.
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How to spot quality clothing, according to a fashion expert
In the age of fast fashion, it can be hard to find garments that are both well constructed and made with quality materials. Here are four things a fashion expert checks before buying new clothes.
https://n.pr/4eQBkHu
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I was fortunate to cross paths with Brian and Cheryl through the local TEDx community in my early Portland years. My heart goes out to their family. 💔🕊️
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The Oregonian
about 1 month ago
Cayle Tern, a Reynolds School District board director and APANO civic engagement manager, died last week, leading to a flood of public condolences.
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Portland organizer’s sudden death at 49 shakes immigrant community, Oregon politicians
Cayle Tern, a Reynolds School District board director and APANO civic engagement manager, died last week, leading to a flood of public condolences.
https://www.oregonlive.com/politics/2026/05/portland-organizers-sudden-death-at-49-shakes-immigrant-community-oregon-politicians.html
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Marc Elias
about 1 month ago
I often say that the fight for democracy is the fight of our generation. But let me be clear, if you aren’t fighting for Black voting rights right now then you aren’t really fighting for democracy.
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Anat Shenker-Osorio
about 1 month ago
The South is America's conscience. If you have ever wondered how you would have stood up against Jim Crow segregation, your time is now.
blackpowerwarroom.com/dayofaction/
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All Roads Lead to the South — National Day of Action for Voting Rights
The voting rights they marched for are being stripped away right now. We're going back. Are you coming?
https://blackpowerwarroom.com/dayofaction/
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The Oregonian
about 1 month ago
The Portland women's day shelter raised around $195,000 for guest services.
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Portland’s Rose Haven day shelter celebrates Mother’s Day with annual fundraiser, Reigning Roses Walk
The Portland women's day shelter raised around $195,000 for guest services.
https://www.oregonlive.com/portland/2026/05/portlands-rose-haven-day-shelter-celebrates-mothers-day-with-annual-fundraiser-reigning-roses-walk.html
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Jessica Valenti
about 1 month ago
Over 60% of women who have abortions are already mothers, and they are making that decision in the best interest of their existing children. Happy Mother’s Day.
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Sherrilyn Ifill
about 1 month ago
It’s time. Meet in Selma. Saturday, May 16th.
blackpowerwarroom.com/dayofaction/
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All Roads Lead to the South — National Day of Action for Voting Rights
The voting rights they marched for are being stripped away right now. We're going back. Are you coming?
https://blackpowerwarroom.com/dayofaction/
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OPB
about 1 month ago
For the second year in a row, women incarcerated at the Coffee Creek Correctional Facility are joining other incarcerated parents and those experiencing homelessness in being paired with local singer-songwriters to write lullabies for their children.
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Lullabies co-written by incarcerated and homeless parents to be performed by the Oregon Symphony
Ada McGraw worked with singer-songwriter Bre Gregg while she was serving time at the Coffee Creek Correctional Facility. She and Gregg collaborated to write a lullaby for her son, Legend, which was then performed by the Oregon Symphony in 2025. This year's performance is May 12, 2026, at the Alberta Rose Theater in Portland.
https://www.opb.org/article/2026/05/09/lullaby-project-oregon-symphony-incarcerated-homeless-paretns/
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"To all the healers, planners, conveners, and others who create spaces for people to gather, reflect, learn, strategize, build community, and find strength to fight inequity and injustice, thank you for your work. It is critical. Take care of yourself as you take care of others."
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Spaceholders, how are you taking care of yourself?
Hi everyone, before we get into this week’s topic, if you’re available this Thursday May 7th at 11am Pacific, please join me in this FREE webinar where I’ll be discussing board governance with Dimple ...
https://www.nonprofitaf.com/spaceholders-how-are-you-taking-care-of-yourself/
about 1 month ago
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Prisonculture
about 1 month ago
I don't only think that college should be FREE but I think young people should also receive living stipends while in school. Finally, I do not care what they major in because education needs to actually BE DECOUPLED from a future job. You are welcome. You should have 4 years to study anything.
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The Oregonian
about 1 month ago
The May 3 event — 5/03, naturally — lasted five hours and three minutes.
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Portland 503 Day: 'Pink Light District' debuts in downtown
The May 3 event — 5/03, naturally — lasted five hours and three minutes.
https://www.oregonlive.com/entertainment/2026/05/portland-503-day-celebrates-the-citys-original-area-code-launches-pink-light-district.html
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So happy to see Krista get her flowers! She's a harbinger of joy in Portland, and I love mall walking. 🤩🕺🌈
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The Oregonian
about 2 months ago
Hundreds of people gathered in Portland’s South Park Blocks downtown Friday afternoon to draw attention to May Day, as rallies unfolded across the state and the nation. 📷: Sophia Cossette and Beth Nakamura
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Portland Mercury
about 2 months ago
503 Day is a totally real holiday (at least since 2025). What started as a joke by City Cast Portland has transformed into a block party celebrating all things Portland. This year's festivities will include Karaoke From Hell, a beer garden, and a variety show.
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Totally Real Portland Holiday 503 Day Returns - Portland Mercury
“We thought ‘wouldn’t it be funny if we gaslit the city into thinking this was always a thing?’”
https://www.portlandmercury.com/culture/totally-real-portland-holiday-503-day-returns/
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Portland Mercury
about 2 months ago
Portland organizations and residents gathered at along SW Park Avenue for May Day demonstrations.
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Sunrise PDX
about 2 months ago
Spread the word! ICE out of Portland May Day Strike is set for Friday May 1st! Share online, join the mobilize:
www.mobilize.us/mobilize/eve...
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Willamette Week
about 2 months ago
The city is asking the public to take an online survey to help determine where the bronze sculpture should live.
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York Statue on View at Portland Art Museum, But Permanent Home Remains Undecided
Rachel Saslow
https://www.wweek.com/arts/visual-arts/2026/04/20/york-statue-on-view-at-portland-art-museum-but-permanent-home-remains-undecided/
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Indivisible Oregon ❌👑
about 2 months ago
May 1st is International Workers Day! National day of action: no school, shopping, or work. We the workers out number the ruling class We demand: Tax the rich No ICE No war No private army serving authoritarian power Expand democracy Hands off our vote
www.indivisibleor.org/events/may-d...
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May Day: Workers over Billionaires — Indivisible Oregon
May 1st is International Workers Day ! Join us for a national day of action - we’re joining @maydaystrong ( May Day Strong ) for a day of no school, shopping, or work. We are the workers and we o...
https://www.indivisibleor.org/events/may-day-2026
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Dr. Lorgia García Peña
2 months ago
In these dark, sad, enraging times, we must turn to poetry, to music, to arts in all its manifestations. We must write and cook and dance all while imagining what is possible in radical hope. We must love as we fight, strategize, and organize. The world necessitates beauty and struggle.
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Rebecca Solnit
2 months ago
I think my 90th essay at my newsletter is one of my best there. A meditation on cooperative power versus violence, with detours on Iran/Vance/Orban/Swalwell, and a zen ending, literally.
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Flowers Bloom on Soldiers' Graves: Lessons in Power and Consequence
What is power? It is at its most essential the ability to influence an outcome on any or all scales, to protect one's own at a minimum and to influence, even control others at a maximum. Violence is c...
https://www.meditationsinanemergency.com/flowers-bloom-on-soldiers-graves-lessons-in-power-and-consequence/
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The Western Edge
2 months ago
Workers at an Amazon fulfillment center in Troutdale, Oregon, said they were told to keep working as a colleague lay dying on the floor. “Just turn around and not look. Let’s get back to work,” Sam recalled the manager saying.
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‘Everyone is Replaceable’: Death Rattles Oregon Amazon Facility
A worker died at Amazon’s Troutdale warehouse last week. Employees were told to look away.
https://www.thewesternedge.media/p/everyone-is-replaceable-death-rattles
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