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Oregon Supreme Court Ruling Protects Anti-LGBTQ Discrimination

Legislative LGBTQ Caucus condemns decision in 303 Creative LLC v Elenis

(SALEM, Ore.) - Today, the U.S. Supreme Court struck a major blow to all Americans’ civil rights, particularly those of the LGBTQ community, with their unjust decision in the 303 Creative LLC v Elenis case.

“The immediate, symbolic effect of the decision is to mark gays and lesbians for second-class status.”

The National Day of Prayer: A New Meaning

"...let us continue praying for this nation that has done so much good in the past."

(MYRTLE BEACH, SC) - Many people know my wonderful husband, Lou is a pastor. Last night, he delivered a message that was very applicable to the National Day of Prayer, but also to how evil prevails today.

I am very proud of Lou for his courage in knowing the true definition of separation of church and state.

Hype, Hypocrisy, and Lying to the People

Hypocrisy in high places

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - Most folks are honest; this tricks them into a belief in the bedrock honesty of others, especially those who make bold public statements.

How could someone lie in a public statement?

Maus Banned by a Tennessee School Board

The book topped Amazon’s best-seller’s list after the banning.

(SAN FRANCISCO, CA.) - The McMinn County School Board in Tennessee voted to remove the Pulitzer Prize-winning graphic novel Maus by Art Spiegelman from an eighth grade language arts curriculum.

When is the book burning?

York the Anti-RACIST City in the United Kingdom

In 2021, the city council adopted an anonymous motion expressing the York's intention of being an anti-racist city.

(YORK, UK) - The City of York is plagued with racism, which manifests itself in every sector: housing, hospitality, churches, parks, and politics. No sector is immune to racism.

Ethnic minorities living in social housing are pushed towards disadvantaged regions, where there is an increase in racism.

Oregon to Mark Juneteenth, US`s `Other Independence Day`

Juneteenth will become a paid state holiday in Oregon starting in 2022.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - Oregon lawmakers have passed a bill recognizing Juneteenth as a state holiday.

Celebrated June 19, the holiday marks the day in 1865 when Union troops landed in Galveston, Texas and informed people enslaved in the state that they were free, two and a half years after President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation.

The Women`s March on Washington: Oregon Style

The women's marches are a global demonstration of solidarity. Here is the information for OREGON.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Tomorrow, January 21, people will come together in Washington, D.C. for the Women’s March on Washington. At the same time, there will be Women's Marches happening in cities across the country, including many in Oregon.

These marches are organized by many moving parts creating a grassroots movement, and are inclusive and open to everyone.

Will a Rohingya Armed Struggle Be Legitimate?

A constant fear has been imposed upon all who share an uncertain future.

(NEW YORK CITY) - Think about the legitimacy of the armed struggle of the Rohingya people.

Our villages, houses, mosques, 95% of the Madarsas were burned down, the entire Rohingya Muslim population was made homeless, turned into helpless animal-like creatures in crowded concentration camps with tents.

Int`l Women`s Day Proves Strength and Tenacity Year after Year

Women’s day is about actions against injustice, in deeds, not simply words.

(OCCUPIED PALESTINE) - On this International Women's Day, I am in Amman attending the Lancet Palestinian Health Alliance Conference where most presentations are by brilliant women (thank you Rita Giacaman for excellent coordination/organizing).

In this conference, public health issues are discussed in the regional context and in the context of Israeli colonial occupation. I was inspired mostly by people here: good dedicated experts who present the data regardless of how they get attacked by the powerful elite who profit from war, conflict and inequality.

Swiftboating Planned Parenthood

"We are outraged by those who debase these women, this work, and Planned Parenthood by distorting the facts for political ends."

(SAN FRANCISCO) - In July 2015, David Donaldson, an anti-abortion activist, released videos purporting to show Planned Parenthood officials discussing the illegal sale of fetal tissue.

The videos totally misrepresent what Planned Parenthood does. In fact, the organization follows federal law, allowing women to donate fetal tissue for research, and charging small amounts to cover costs.