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January 3, 2024

‘Underground’ Psychedelics: The Downside of Legal Magic Mushrooms

High-priced psychedelic mushroom experiences in Oregon encourage some psychedelic facilitators to practice underground. 

December 20, 2023

TIME journalist effectively uses one girl’s story to illuminate the painful consequences of abortion bans

Alter’s piece tugs at the heartstrings, and that seems to be the point. Her piece falls into the category of advocacy journalism, because she presents us the topic of reproductive rights with a specific viewpoint, through the narrative of a young girl, who’s life is forever altered.

December 18, 2023

Beyond Drug Decriminalization: 3 Years Later, was Oregon’s Measure 110 Worth It?

During the 2020 election, Portland became the epicenter of a national debate on drug policy. Measure 110 made Oregon the first state to decriminalize the possession of small amounts of drugs. Did the law help, or hurt, the very people it was designed for?  Three years later, the debate rages on.

November 17, 2023

Protest Erupts at Queen’s Park Over Controversial Health Care Bill

Protests against Ontario’s Bill 60 highlights concerns about healthcare work staffing shortages and the need to prioritize education to build a stronger healthcare system.

November 16, 2023

Kaiser Workers Strike for Staffing and More, Reach Tentative Agreement

Kaiser's frontline stays positive about strike agreement