Opinion

My View: Mail Tribune stood for values that endure

Salem coverage linked growing Rogue Valley to rest of Oregon; news organization performed watchdog and advocacy functions. Read moreMy View: Mail Tribune stood for values that endure

My View: Thanks for the new hometown newspaper

I was in Medford when news broke that the EO Media Group was starting a new newspaper to replace the Mail Tribune that had recently gone out of business. I was th… Read moreMy View: Thanks for the new hometown newspaper

PHOTOGRAPHER'S NOTEBOOK: A moment in Oregon’s history as seen through my lens

Two fellow photojournalists and I were allowed to capture the historic moment when Tina Kotek, soon to be governor, stood with her wife and rewrote Oregon history books. Read morePHOTOGRAPHER'S NOTEBOOK: A moment in Oregon’s history as seen through my lens

Editorial: Oregon leaders are right to focus on housing, homelessness

The leadership in Salem gets it: There can be no solution to homelessness so long as Oregon residents outnumber the houses. Read moreEditorial: Oregon leaders are right to focus on housing, homelessness

Op-ed: Small steps toward solving Oregon’s education crisis

This year marks the 20th anniversary of the “Doonesbury” comic strip series mocking Oregon’s education system. Kids who read that comic then now have kids of thei… Read moreOp-ed: Small steps toward solving Oregon’s education crisis

Our opinion: Investment needed in Oregon’s oral health care future

Dentists support a workforce funding package in the 2023 legislative session that would protect Oregonians’ access to dental care. Read moreOur opinion: Investment needed in Oregon’s oral health care future

Opinion column: Oregon schools need to be open and welcoming to all students, including out LGBTQ2SIA+ community

As she leaves office, Gov. Brown lays down rules on how public schools in Oregon should treat gender-expansive students. Read moreOpinion column: Oregon schools need to be open and welcoming to all students, including out LGBTQ2SIA+ community

To solve homelessness, it’s time for Washington, D.C., to step up

Whether we're talking about building housing, the international fentanyl and meth trade, or mental health equity, the problems have become too big for any city or state to solve.

Say hello to the new Southwest Connection website!

Our refreshed website makes it easier for you to find the information you need about Southwest Portland.

Congress: Reinstate Child Tax Credit right away

It’s time to demand our congressional delegation push hard for this proven solution to childhood poverty.

How do you define your ‘community?’

Culture wars and power politics at the national level are migrating upstream and infecting our local institutions.

2023 should be Oregon’s year of opportunity for K-12 education

Parents need more choices on how their children are educated in Oregon.

Vote for Alistair Firmin for Oregon House

Oregon's education system is failing our children. We need solutions-oriented people to make change.

Don't "March In" on American innovation

Opinion: Democratic push to seize drug patents is misguided and could stymie innovation

Committee wants Wilson Pool renamed to 'Hillsdale Pool'

Neighborhood-led group aimed at finding new name for Southwest Portland pool reaches decision

Change red-light rules for motorcycle riders

Lane filtering could prevent dangerous rear-end crashes and save riders' lives

Metro has failed on homelessness

Despite tax measure, regional government hasn't measured progress on Portland area shelter solutions

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My View: Time for Portland to level up and be governed equitably

City's current management structure was created over 100 years ago. It's time for reform.

My view: Seeking solutions to Oregon's nurse staffing crisis

Nurses are facing an unprecedented staffing shortage, which could affect every Oregonian.

My view: PBOT's new bus route plan won't help SW Portlanders

Rose Lane Project could worsen traffic issues the city hopes to fix, buy reducing lanes of travel

OPINION: Missed opportunity for stronger representation in Salem

Metropolitan Mayors' Consortium: 'A second job to make up the missing legislator pay is untenable for most people.'

My view: In face of inaction, headwinds mean you're on right path

Red tape and inaction have delayed the citing of Safe Rest Villages in Portland.

My view: Affordable child care would boost Oregon's economy

President Biden's Build Back Better would address childhood poverty here and across the nation.

Our View: Creating an economy where every Oregonian can thrive

At the state and federal level, bills and policies take an equity lens to job creation.

House Bill 4115 would provide Treasury transparency

Opinion: Oregon voters have a right to know how their tax dollars are being invested

Readers' letters

Southwest Portland readers weigh in on Nick Kristof's candidacy for Oregon governor

First shot fired in battle over 4-day work week

Opinion: Democrats want shorter school days so they can work fewer days a week

My view: Cutting bus routes affects people's lives

'Temporary' route reductions tend to become permanent, and almost-empty routes remain active.

Opinion: Southwest Portland needs independent community voice

New organization needed to replace SWNI and give residents a forum to coordinate, build community

Supporting the manufacturing sector boosts Oregon's economy, businesses, community

A look at Oregon's skilled trades jobs shows that a living wage and talent retention are both attainable.

Doctors should not be penalized for prescribing opioid alternatives

The opioid addiction crises has impacted every community in Oregon. Congress has a way to help stop the surge in overdoses.

My opinion: Community college provides a bridge to Oregon opportunities

Education is a great public investment, but too many students are worried about their next meal, housing and child care.

My view: What's the plan, Dan?

More answers needed about Safe Rest Village slated for Southwest Portland armory

Hunter: Federal budget plan could impact our children's health

Eric C. Hunter is president and chief executive officer of CareOregon, the largest provider of Oregon Health Plan services.

Our opinion: Virtual school board meetings should be here for good

Testifying is easier if you can do so from your kitchen table, and such meetings are better for the environment.

Opinion: Ready for 2022 Medicare annual enrollment?

Humana official offers tips for navigating Medicare plan options during the ongoing pandemic

Thin evidence on gun violence increase

Opinion: Look beyond race when discussing increase in Portland's shootings

Open letter to Portland City Council

Use surplus funds to expand pedestrian, bike infrastructure in Southwest Portland

OPINION: Let's create a fleet of clean-energy heavy-duty vehicles

Sara Wright is transportation program director for Oregon Environmental Council.

Wilder: Expand Pell Grants to make college affordable, accessible

Brent Wilder is president of the Oregon Alliance of Independent Colleges and Universities, representing 13 of Oregon's leading independent, nonprofit colleges and universities.

Alderman: Congress must pass paid leave policy for all families now

Sherri Alderman is a developmental-behavioral pediatrician in Oregon and chair of the American Academy of Pediatrics Council on Early Childhood

Opinion: Pass national voting rights legislation

For the People Act is critical in preserving democracy and ensuring robust voter turnout

Goodman, Schneider: Frontline workers need family paid leave to survive

Julia Goodman is an assistant professor at the Oregon Health & Science University and Portland State University School of Public Health. Daniel Schneider is a professor of public policy at the Harvard Kennedy School.

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