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The Imprint of Tyranny Part 1

Today Evangelists preserve the error by claiming their followers who accept in silence and without question what they are told, are the “real Christians,” and intellectuals are the instruments of the Devil.

(PASO ROBLES, Calif.) - Tyranny is a rational and also cultural phenomenon generally born of custom, and always reinforced by fear. It can exist at every level of the social milieu.

Michel de Montaigne, writing at the beginning of the seventeenth century, saw its essence as follows...

Israel Shamir: Seven Lean Kine

First, they opened the gates of credit and got a lot of people hooked. Afterwards, they shut the gates and ushered in their Armageddon weapon, the seven lean kine.

(JAFFA, Palestine) - First, they opened the gates of credit and got a lot of people hooked. Afterwards, they shut the gates and ushered in their Armageddon weapon, the seven lean kine.

It is warm and sunny in Jaffa , a fishing harbour on the Eastern Mediterranean just south of Tel Aviv; the skies are blue and the sea rather calm, with the clientele of sidewalk cafés enjoying their milky arak and coriander-laced coffee.

Two Oregon State Police Teams Take The `Plunge` to Raise Money for Special Olympics

The nine-person Oregon State Police team, "Team Copcicles", raised $5,011 to date.

(BEND, Ore.) - Oregon State Police teams from central Oregon and St. Helens' areas took the "plunge" helping to raise over $6,200 for Special Olympics Oregon when they participated in this year's "Polar Plunge" events in Bend and Portland.

The "Polar Plunge" is a unique opportunity for individuals, organizations, and businesses to support Special Olympics Oregon athletes.

Vancouver Police Investigate Homicidal Stabbing

The name of the victim and suspect are not being released at this time as police and the Medical Examiners Office will be working to notify family members.

(VANCOUVER, Wash.) - Vancouver Police responded to 405 Memphis Way at approximately 5:00 a.m. today over a disturbance at the residence.

Sergeant S. Creager with the Vancouver Police Major Crimes Unit says officers arrived and found a female victim who had been stabbed with an unknown weapon. The victim subsequently died.

Rural Counties Benefit from HUD Allocation

Oregon rural counties to receive $1.5 million for homeless programs.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Federal funds recently received by the Rural Oregon Continuum of Care will help keep housing assistance and supportive services alive for homeless individuals and families in 23 Oregon counties.

Under the broader HUD Continuum of Care program, local communities and agencies must work together to provide prevention outreach, emergency shelter and supportive services for homeless individuals and families in addition to housing options.

New College Campus Safety Measures Announced

A report issued this week encouraged campuses to review their campus security services.

(SALEM, Ore.) - At a rally on the Capitol steps Friday, State Representative Kim Thatcher (R-Keizer, St. Paul, Newberg) announced the introduction of two new legislative measures designed to enhance safety at our state’s college campuses.

“This new legislation will give Oregon’s public universities the option of allowing their campus security officers to be trained, equipped and armed, essentially becoming regular police officers,” said Thatcher. “It would also enhance their ability to enforce the laws we currently have to combat crime.”

President Says Iraq War Will End Next Year

They say their plan will help create lasting stability in Iraq.

(WASHINGTON D.C.) - President Obama and Vice President Biden say they will responsibly end the war in Iraq to renew the nation's military strength, dedicate more resources to the fight against the Taliban and al Qaeda in Afghanistan, and invest in the national economy.

They say the Obama-Biden plan will help bring success in Iraq by transitioning to Iraqi control of their country.

Drawbridge at Florence, Oregon Stuck in `Up` Position

The south end of the Florence, Oregon drawbridge in locked in the "up" position.

(FLORENCE, Ore.) - U.S. 101 in Florence is closed due to a drawbridge malfunction on the Siuslaw River Bridge, according to Oregon Department of transportation Spokesman Joe Harwood.

"Northbound and southbound traffic is backed up for a few miles on either end of the bridge," Harwood said.

Sheriff`s Patrol Vehicle Severely Damaged in Freeway Collision

The tow truck driver, a retired Captain from the Turner Fire Department, had the training and background to provide medical attention to the injured driver until medics arrived.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Marion County Deputy Scott Kometz was investigating a non-injury crash just after 3:30 a.m. today near the Delaney Road overpass in the South bound lanes of I-5.

The Sheriff's Office says a Precision Tow truck had just arrived to assist in moving the vehicle that had lost control because of icy road conditions.

Woman Held For Mental Evaluation After Police Chase Ending in West Salem (PHOTOS)

At 9:58 a.m. troopers took the woman into custody and subsequently transported her to Salem Hospital for a mental evaluation.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Police say a 23-year old woman is being held for a mental evaluation after she was forced to a stop with the "help" of spike strips and police vehicles in West Salem.

Lieutenant Gregg Hastings with Oregon State Police says OSP and the Polk County Sheriff's Office, received multiple driving complaints over a 2001 Toyota pickup in the area of Highway 18 and Highway 22.