There has been a constant and growing pall of existential dread for Generation Z, millennials and Generation X alike when looking at the overwhelming data around climate change. For much…
Manufactured gridlock
The seminal political film Mr. Smith Goes to Washington, directed by Frank Capra in 1939, is one of the greatest representations of parliamentary procedure within the United States Congress, albeit…
Chinese national security law faces backlash in Hong Kong and abroad
China’s legislature is set to begin deliberating national security legislation in Hong Kong to limit opposition activity in the semi-autonomous territory. The legislation has drawn criticism that it could allow…
Hill to Hall Jan. 22–24
Jan. 22: Potential legislation would double fines for rioters wearing masks Ahead of the Oregon Legislature session, State Rep. Sherrie Sprenger (R-Scio) introduced a drafted bill which would double the…
Hand-Breaded Homophobia
Chick-fil-A pushes anti-LGBTQ+ agenda in Uganda Chick-fil-A helps export homophobia and there is no end in sight. Closed on Sundays and led by an anti-LGBTQ+ owner, it’s no secret Chick-fil-A…
Hill to Hall Oct. 14–18
Oct. 14: Petitions to recall Governor fail to submit necessary number of signatures Two petitions, both with the goal of putting the recall of Oregon Governor Kate Brown on the…
Hill to Hall June 25–28
June 25 Oregon Legislature repeals tsunami zone building ban House Bill 3309 was passed, overturning a 25-year-old law prohibiting new schools, hospitals, jails and police and fire stations from being…
Hill to Hall June 17–June 21
June 17 All Oregon Public Universities will raise tuition All seven of Oregon’s public universities will be raising their tuition over the 2019–20 school year, with tuition hikes ranging from…
Board Committee approves alternative 4.9% tuition hike plan
Portland State’s finance and administration committee approved a resolution recommending that the tuition increase for undergraduates be reduced from 11.11% to 4.97% for the upcoming 2019–20 biennium on June 12….
Pride is a protest, not just a party
For some people, Pride is a fun gathering that creates an opportunity to “safely” enjoy an environment filled with people who are like you. This isn’t the case for everyone….
Abortion is not political
Abortion is not a political issue. It is not something to be discussed, banned, voted on or debated by politicians. What we choose to do with our bodies is not…