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Editorial cartoon for July 27

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Letters to the editor: Reading and children; Congressman Bentz; Breast reconstruction

Don’t let your child’s reading slide Summer is perfect for playing outside and relaxing with friends, but it’s…

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Editorial: Does Oregon tax things that can’t be touched correctly?

The state of Oregon taxes some things that cannot be touched. The state taxes property, such as a…

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Commentary: Are self-help books really helping us?

If you’re a reader, and you’re on Instagram, chances are the algorithm has fed you posts promising that…

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Editorial: The tragic deaths at Dillon Falls and the what-ifs

Anyone who has been to Dillon Falls knows the danger. The scene seems almost overwritten, how the water…

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Editorial: Oregon’s gas tax is out of gas

When Gov. Tina Kotek spoke with the reporters Wednesday morning, it sounded like the Oregon government may start…

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Editorial cartoon for July 25

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Guest column: When hyperbole becomes hypocrisy

“Love thy neighbor as thyself.” That wasn’t a suggestion. It wasn’t conditional — based on citizenship, health, or…

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Commentary: The Supreme Court owes you an explanation

“Because I said so” never is persuasive or satisfying. And it certainly should not be regarded as acceptable…

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Editorial: Enforcing new lottery law worth the challenge

Lottery winners in Oregon will soon be able to remain anonymous, which lottery winners may appreciate very much.…

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