It’s the anti-fluoride signature deadline, Jefferson Smith’s assault case, and Oregon’s non-god-fearing ways.
Election 2012
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Hall Monitor
Tell Me Why This Matters
Tell me why the latest stink bomb about Jefferson Smith matters.
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Hall Monitor
You Won’t Like Me When I’m Angry
Jefferson Smith isn’t the only mayoral candidate whose temper gets the best of him.
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Broken Record
Jefferson Smith Shares Dismal Driving History
Jefferson Smith shares driving history riddled with speeding tickets, no-show court dates, and license suspensions.
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If You Don’t Win, Sue
Pot Petitioners Use a Conservative Tactic: Suting the State
Pot petitioners use a conservative tactic: taking the state to court.
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Smoking the Grassroots
Will Pot Reformers Ever Win the Popular Vote Again?
Pot reform has failed at the ballot ever since 1998—is this the year its luck will change?
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The State of Same-Sex Marriage
It’s Gonna Happen… But When?
As the country slowly gains momentum toward legalizing same-sex marriage, Oregon quietly prepares for its own fight.
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I’ll Cry If I Want To
Touring the Election Night Parties: Who's Out, Who's In—and Who's Dancing to November
Touring the Election Night parties: Who’s out, who’s in—and who’s dancing to November.
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Spin the Ballot!
Can’t Decide Who Should Be Our Next Mayor? City Commissioners? Attorney General? Don’t Worry: It’s the Mercury’s Endorsement Guide!
It’s the Mercury‘s endorsement cheat sheet! Read it, and then go vote!
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If the PPA Says “Yes,” Can Smith Say “No”?
Will the police union’s endorsement compromise Jefferson Smith?
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What About None of the Above?
Here’s a thought: Ask Steve Novick to serve as police commissioner.