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Serbia: Ten Years Later

As with the democratic revolutions that swept Eastern Europe in 1989, it wasn't the military prowess of the western alliance bringing freedom to an Eastern European country, but the power of nonviolent action by the subjugated peoples themselv

(SAN FRANCISCO FPIF) - Since the end of the U.S.-led war against Serbia, the country is slowly emerging from the wars of the 1990s. Despite lingering problems, Serbs appear to be more optimistic about their country's future than they have for decades. The United States deserves little credit for the positive developments, however, and a fair amount of blame for the country's remaining problems.

There have been elements of both the left and the right who have perpetuated a myth of American omnipotence, that the United States is somehow responsible for virtually all the good or evil in the world and that the millions of people who engage in political struggle, legitimate or otherwise, are simply pawns of great powers who have no role in their own destiny.

Scientists Call Foul on NRC Report Cutting Government Loose of Responsibility for Toxic Marine Bases

"Since the NRC report is at such variance with the recommendations of other water modeling and epidemiologic experts, we believe it should not stand as the final word"

(CAMP LEJEUNE N.C.) - A group of distinguished scientists have raised serious questions about Saturday's National Research Council report on toxic water at the Camp Lejeune Marine base in North Carolina.

Burr Presses on Camp Lejeune Water Contamination at Hearing

Burr questions Navy on NAS report.

(WASHINGTON, D.C.) - Today, the Senate Armed Services Subcommittee on Readiness and Management Support held a hearing on military construction and environmental initiatives.

U.S. Senator Richard Burr (R-North Carolina), Ranking Member of the Subcommittee, raised concerns about the recent National Academy of Sciences (NAS) report on water contamination at Camp Lejeune and pressed the Navy for answers.

“It’s clear that the water at Camp Lejeune was contaminated by a number of hazardous chemicals at unsafe levels,” Senator Burr said.

UN, Aid Agencies Call for End to Israel’s Two-Year Blockade of Gaza

The group warned that the ongoing blockade is creating "an atmosphere of deprivation in Gaza that can only deepen the sense of hopelessness and despair among people."

(GAZA STRIP) - A group of nearly 40 United Nations agencies and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) today called for an end to Israel’s blockade of the Gaza Strip.

The closure has now been in force for two years and has left the population of 1.5 million almost totally dependent on international aid.

Oregon’s Timber Industry Gets Help From Oregon House

HB 3112 continues the personal property tax exemption for logging equipment for six more years and allows machinery dating back to 1992 to be included.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Thousands of timber operators across the state can thank the Oregon House of Representatives for passage of House Bill 3112 today.

Sebelius, DeParle Announce Establishment of State Legislators for Health Reform

State Leaders to Work for Health Reform in Communities Across America.

(WASHINGTON D.C.) - U.S. Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Kathleen Sebelius and White House Office of Health Reform Director Nancy-Ann DeParle today announced the establishment of State Legislators for Health Reform.

The group includes State Legislators from across the country who will work to advance the need for health reform this year in their communities across the country. Members of the group met with Sebelius and DeParle at the White House today.

Medical Marijuana and Anderson Cooper

Marijuana Educator Par Excellence: the First Nationwide MJ Television Interview.

(MOLALLA, Ore.) - The Oregon Medical Marijuana Program started May 1st 1999. Senior health officials calculated that only about 500 patients would be eligible for a MJ permit. About 2 years later someone was forging my name on applications and with newspaper publicity, this came to the attention of the Oregon Medical Board and for some reason they felt I was responsible.

I was the only known Oregon Marijuana Doctor and they proceeded to harass me. This story got into the New York Times and Mr. Cooper on CNN picked up on it and interviewed me of the first Nationwide Television interview on Medical Marijuana. Here is the interview, he has continued to interview many other users and advocates.

Weather Damage Leaves Oregon`s Back Country Travelers Plenty to Think About

Oregon Trails off the Beaten path have taken a beating in recent winters. Repairs are underway in many locations,

(SALEM, Ore.) - As spring re-claims our mountains, and begins to reveal our trails, it also reveals new damage from the heavy winter snows. After my recent article on climbing Beachie Saddle, I hope that some of you have considered trekking up into the Opal Creek area. When you do, be aware that there is a bridge closure there.

Senate Rejects Pay Increase for Elected Officials

Senate Bill 778 rejects the increases and authorizes legislative salaries and those of statewide elected officials and judges at their current levels.

(SALEM, Ore.) - The Senate Wednesday approved a measure that rejects an increase in legislative salaries recommended by the Public Officials Compensation Commission, effectively freezing the salaries of lawmakers and other elected state officials.

“Just like families across Oregon, the Legislative Assembly is tightening its belt. We will be reducing our budget and finding more efficient ways to continue providing the representation and responsiveness Oregonians have come to expect from their elected leaders,” said Senate President Peter Courtney.

Feelin` the Heat: Higher Temps, Less Water for Oregon (AUDIO)

New Federal Report Makes Big Climate Change Predictions.

(PORTLAND, Ore ONS) - Warnings for the Pacific Northwest are dire in a new federal report on climate change. In the works since 2007, "Global Climate Change Impacts in the United States" compiles years of data from more than a dozen federal agencies.

It says Oregon, Washington and Idaho will see hotter temperatures and less water in rivers for fish and wildlife, hydropower, agriculture, wildfire control...and drinking water for people.