Street Roots vendors will be out in force tomorrow with a new edition of Portland’s finest independent media, if they do say so themselves! Here’s a peek at what will be served up Friday morning for your weekend reading enjoyment:
Chasse’s champion: Joanne Zuhl does an in-depth interview with attorney Tom Steenson about the landmark wrongful death case of James Chasse, and how little may actually change on the police force as a result.
Time’s up at the West: Amanda Waldroupe goes inside the West Hotel where low-income high-barrier residents have less than a month left to find new homes, fearing they may end up on the streets. Our editorial calls for changes to prevent ensure tenants get relocated without the threat of homelessness.
Day of Homelessness Awareness: Find out how the faith community is organizing around the city to bring awareness to the homeless, and why this event isn’t just window dressing. The faith-based community delivers much needed services day-in and day-out to fill gaps in a slumbering system.
The unmitigated gall of cartoonist Ted Rall: In editorial cartoons and columns, he lambastes liberals and conservatives alike. His latest move? Calling for revolution. Now. Rosette Royale interviews the controversial journalist.
Vancouver, B.C., may endorse new global drug policy: Vancouver could soon become the third Canadian city to join the international movement to come to terms with the real damage the war on drugs has reaped, and how harm-reduction policy is the future.
Plus, poetry from the great Jay Thiemeyer, commentary and artwork from the streets of Portland, where you’ll also find the best vendors west of the Mississippi. Get your copy Friday, and as always, thank you for your support!