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Bobby Rush at his camp

After painful sweep of Laurelhurst Park, unhoused residents want a space to exist

Campers displaced from the park said they've lost more than their shelter; they also had a sense of community and security
By
Henry Brannan
December 2, 2020
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Exterior of the Oregon State Capitol building

Proposal to assist Oregon renters, landlords isn’t enough, critics say

Housing advocates say the legislation fails to prevent housing instability for thousands of Oregonians. Property owners say they won’t get adequate protection.
By
Tom Henderson
December 2, 2020
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A vacancy sign shines bright outside of a motel

Kaia Sand | Today, save motels. Tomorrow, housing.

DIRECTOR’S DESK | Let's not wait for private equity firms to snatch up financially distressed properties
By
Kaia Sand
December 2, 2020
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Oregon State Penitentiary

Opinion | COVID-19: My experience in prison

A prisoner at Oregon State Penitentiary shares his experience in isolation after being tested for the virus
By
Jimmie Cohron
November 29, 2020
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Doorways that line the sidewalk are occupied by houseless individuals.

Photos | Snapshots of Old Town: Humanity undone

Photographer B Okabe captured this unusual moment in history as seen by those who live and work in Portland’s Old Town/Chinatown neighborhood
By
B Okabe
November 18, 2020
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Daniel Cox holds several copies of the Street Roots zine

Street Roots zine, ‘Survival,’ features vendor poetry, essays, art

Vendors will sell the publication during the holiday months as a means of earning additional income
By
Veronica Ruth
November 27, 2020
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An American flag is displayed on a tent

Finding Home

A series of in-depth articles examining national perspectives around America’s growing housing and homeless crisis
By
Joanne Zuhl
October 21, 2020
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Aerial view of Superkilen Park

Opinion | Reimagine what our parks could be

MOVING FORWARD | Voting yes on Portland's parks levy is a first step, but what if we borrowed ideas from around the world and built playgrounds for everyone?
By
Henry Latourette Miller
October 21, 2020
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Southern Oregon wildfire damage

Kate Brown struck secret deal with Oregon homebuilders over wildfire codes, lobbyists say on tape

In recordings obtained by Street Roots, industry leaders say the governor agreed to keep mandated wildfire safety codes for new homes out of legislation
By
Chris May
October 21, 2020
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An American flag is displayed on a tent

Finding Home

A series of in-depth articles examining national perspectives around America’s growing housing and homeless crisis
By
Joanne Zuhl
October 21, 2020
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Street Roots vendor Amelia

Street Roots vendor profile | A lot to look forward to

Amelia is a guitarist and a nature lover who has plans for the future
By
Pat Zimmer
October 14, 2020
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Street Roots Podcast logo with portraits of DeVon Pouncey and Dan Newth

Street Roots Podcast | Talking with Street Roots vendor Dan Newth

Episode 12: The longtime vendor talks about the future of Street Roots, the state and the planet
By
DeVon Pouncey
October 14, 2020
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Ted Wheeler

Ted Wheeler | Mayoral candidates weigh in on the crisis on our streets

The incumbent says he’s frustrated with seemingly apathetic attitudes toward people living in unsanitary conditions on our streets
By
Joanne Zuhl Emily Green Jessica Pollard
October 14, 2020
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Sarah Iannarone

Sarah Iannarone | Mayoral candidates weigh in on the crisis on our streets

The candidate wants every neighborhood engaged in helping houseless Portlanders
By
Joanne Zuhl Emily Green Jessica Pollard
October 14, 2020
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Teressa Raiford

Teressa Raiford | Mayoral candidates weigh in on the crisis on our streets

The write-in candidate would draw from her personal experiences in formulating housing policies
By
Joanne Zuhl Emily Green Jessica Pollard
October 14, 2020
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Chloe Eudaly

Chloe Eudaly | City Council candidates on homelessness, gun violence, police oversight

The incumbent wants to give renters first right of refusal on home purchases and says she’s looking at how to move traffic enforcement from police to the transportation bureau
By
Joanne Zuhl Emily Green Jessica Pollard
October 14, 2020
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Mingus Mapps

Mingus Mapps | City Council candidates on homelessness, gun violence and police oversight

The candidate says it’s possible to negotiate a good deal with the police union, and he supports moving police budget dollars toward mental health programs
By
Joanne Zuhl Emily Green Jessica Pollard
October 14, 2020
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Image of two white male hands shaking with dollar bills floating in the background

Street Roots Endorsement | Yes on enabling campaign finance limits

Ballot Measure 107 | With the nation’s democracy in peril, Oregonians can take a step toward restoring fair representation their state
By
SR editorial board
October 14, 2020
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Cigarette butts in an ashtray

Street Roots Endorsement | No on raising tobacco taxes

Ballot Measure 108 | Increasing taxes on statistically poor smokers during a collectively stressful time is not good policy
By
SR editorial board
October 14, 2020
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Jar of dried magic mushrooms

Street Roots Endorsement | Yes on legalizing psilocybin therapy

Ballot Measure 109 | Psychedelic mushrooms are relatively safe and non-habit forming, people should be able to take them without fear of arrest
By
SR editorial board
October 14, 2020
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Hands breaking free from handcuffs

Street Roots Endorsement | Yes on decriminalizing personal drug possession and increasing treatment funding

Ballot Measure 110 | While this measure isn’t perfect, the benefits to Oregonians that its passage will usher in should not be delayed
By
SR editorial board
October 14, 2020
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a child does homework

Street Roots Endorsement | Yes on universal preschool in Multnomah County

Ballot Measure 26-214 | Subsidizing toddler education is the only way to make this critical step in youth development accessible to those who need it most
By
SR editorial board
October 14, 2020
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Portland police exit a vehicle parked on MAX tracks in downtown

Street Roots Endorsement | Yes on creating a new system of police oversight

Ballot Measure 26-217 | We’ve watched Portland police brutalize protesters, legal observers and journalists with impunity for months — it’s time to create a system that will hold them accountable for their actions
By
SR editorial board
October 14, 2020
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A group protests police brutality in April 2010 at the corner of NW 13th Avenue and Everett Street in downtown Portland Oregon, where James Chasse came into contact with police on Sept. 7, 2006.

Opinion | Measure 26-217 will help create real police oversight

Since Aaron Campbell’s death, at least 20 people with mental health or substance problems have been killed by Portland police. Say their names.
By
The Mental Health Alliance
October 7, 2020
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Edom Daniel, Gaby Phan and Geo Su

Opinion | Why you should listen to kids about city planning, transportation and housing

Three members of the Youth Environmental Justice Alliance urge a yes vote on Measure 26-218
By
Edom Daniel Gaby Phan Geo Su
October 7, 2020
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Five photos of Street Roots vendors

Street Roots vendors tell us what they’re grateful for

Vendors express gratitude for God, pets, income opportunities and more
By
Pat Zimmer
October 7, 2020
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Icons of a wildfire, hand washing, and a fist indicating resistance

Coping with the moment: Insights into resilience on the frontlines of 2020

A therapist, medical doctors, journalists and a firefighter are in the thick of today's crises
By
Jessica Pollard
October 7, 2020

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