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Police Shooting Under Investigation in Clackamas

Witnesses Sought Related to Oregon State Police Trooper-Involved Shooting in Clackamas.

(CLACKAMAS, Ore.) - An Oregon State Police (OSP) trooper was involved in a shooting late Sunday afternoon.

Freedom Flotilla: `A Battle for the High Seas, And High Ground`

The world should be outraged...

(CYPRUS) - If you’re hoping to see news about the extraordinary events taking place in the Med sea around Cyprus on either the BBC or Sky this weekend. Forget it. For now. Despite the fact that almost three dozen Brits are amongst the 700 brave souls heading to Gaza on a fleet of ships laden with essential aid. Or the incredible military and political manoeverings surrounding Israels response to the peaceful attempt, major news channels in the West remain silent. This despite the fact their news editors have the direct numbers of spokespeople on board and access to the live news feed.

After calls to newsrooms across the UK it is clear to me that the first ever sea bound fleet of international aid to Palestine is not of itself a big enough story for our media – until if fails. On Israel’s terms. The BBC has been taking some 200 calls in an hour from viewers wanting news of the mission – to no avail. So what’s going on?

A Western Perspective on Islam

Understanding the connections between modern philosophy and the Qur’an, as well as recognition of the true meaning of Islam, are essential to understanding the modern world.

(EUGENE, Ore.) - As a westerner, raised in the Christian religion, I have only an external view of Islam. My perspective on Islam is only a personal interpretation, influenced by literary research, and not a religious or spiritual belief based on participation in a religious community.

It is important to make clear here that I am not ascribing anything to Islam, or making any claim whatsoever as to what Muslims believe.

Schneider Trial - Week 5

"It is very sad, very sad for anybody to lose their life," Dr. Stephen Schneider on the stand

(WICHITA, Kansas) - Assistant U.S. Attorney Tanya Treadway cross examining Dr. Stephen Schneider on the stand about a deceased patient named "Robin"
Schneider: "It says right here, increased function and quality of life -- She had a life because of her pain management."
Treadway: "She doesn't anymore, does she?"
Schneider: "No, she doesn't."

Pride in the United States... Lead, Follow, or Get Out of the Way!

We are proud of our heritage, proud of our constitution, proud of the brave men and women who serve in uniform, proud of each other, and proud of our flag.

(HARRISVILLE, N.H.) - President Obama has ordered the American rescue forces in Haiti to take down their American Flags so no one would be offended.

This is not a joke, it is for real according to an article published in USA Today on March 15, 2010 and written by Alan Gomez and Oren Dorell.

Oregon Citizens Rally Against Arizona Immigration Law

Thousands across the state came together in solidarity for immigration rights.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Salem hosted one of forty rallies across the United States today in reaction to Arizona’s new immigration law, advocating for realistic immigration reform.

Beyond Theism and On with Evolution: Part One in a Series

"In the final analysis, it is between you and God. It was never between you and them anyway." -Mother Teresa

(CLERMONT, Fla.) - Theism: belief in the existence of a god or gods; specifically a belief in the existence of one God viewed as the creative source of the human race and the world who transcends yet is immanent in the world. -Merriam Webster

"Any god who can be killed ought to be killed."- Clifford Stanley, Episcopal Priest and Professor of Theology

Over 100 Palestinian Youths Abused in Israeli Custody in 2009: Some Sexually

Adding to the list of Israeli violations of law, child rape.

(JERUSALEM) - Most Palestinian children arrested by the Israel Defense Forces and police are intimidated, abused and maltreated in custody, according to the sworn testimonies of minors who were arrested last year. This happens both before and during interrogation, and several minors have been sexually assaulted.

The Palestinian branch of the non-governmental organization Defense for Children International has asked the United Nations to probe complaints of sexual assaults.

Salem-News Mourns Loss of Cloverdale Businesses in Friday Fire

Tragic as it is, there were no reported injuries, something to be very thankful for.

(SALEM, Ore.) - It was painful to see images last night of the historic town of Cloverdale, Oregon burning. It was like a scene from another time; fire moved quickly from one building to the next. It didn't even spare the fire station itself.

I know one thing, the fire had to be bad, really bad... because the Nestucca Rural Fire District is the best in the west; a band of volunteers as good as any, maybe better.

California Marijuana Workers Unionize in Oakland

Those involved in the movement say they seek to establish legitimacy in the workplace.

(OAKLAND, Ca.) - Approximately one hundred workers in Oakland's medical marijuana industry voted to join the labor union for Retail, Statewide Agriculture, Food processing and community patient care employees.

In the words of a famous musical artist and songwriter who is often associated with the 1960's, these times they are a changin'.