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Oregon STOP Trying KIDS as Adults, Knock this Crap Off!

Prosecute YouTube instead.

(SALEM) - I am so sick of American youth being abused by a mismanaged mean and corrupt justice system in this state!

Merkley: J.P. Morgan`s Trading Losses Show Need for Strong Volcker Rule

"... it is essential that bank regulators issue rules that do not permit hedge fund investments by Wall Street banks to be disguised as ‘market making’ or ‘risk mitigation,’" -

(WASHINGTON DC) - Oregon’s Senator Jeff Merkley, cosponsor of the Merkley-Levin provision in Dodd-Frank that put into law the Volcker Rule, issued the following statement after news that J.P. Morgan lost at least $2 billion in portfolio hedging trades made by their risk management division.

“What yesterday’s announcement makes abundantly clear is that even J.P. Morgan, supposedly the best risk manager on Wall Street, can make bets that go spectacularly wrong.

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14 Oregon House Reps are ALEC Members

ALEC has boasted that about 17% of its bills are passed each year.

(PORTLAND, OR) - Washington D.C.-based ALEC—the American Legislative Exchange Council, has just been charged in a Whistleblower complaint to the IRS by the nonpartisan advocacy group Common Cause.

ALEC is suspected of, “misuse of charity laws, massive under reporting of lobbying, and obtaining improper tax breaks for corporate funders at taxpayer expense.”

Chemeketa President Cheryl Roberts Withdraws Candidacy from Bellevue College

Despite her withdrawal, Roberts expressed gratitude for staff, student and community support of her candidacy.

(SALEM) - Cheryl Roberts, president of Chemeketa Community College, has officially withdrawn her candidacy for president of Bellevue College.

Roberts cites Bellevue's extensive search process interfering with her current commitments at Chemeketa as the reason for her withdrawal.

Salem Teacher Charged With Sex Abuse

Salem Police detectives arrested Michael Montgomery at home in Salem.

(SALEM) - During the evening of Friday, April 13th, an officer with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife spotted a vehicle parked in a prohibited area in Baskett Slough.

Officer Rachel York determined Michael Montgomery, 49 years of age, a teacher at Sprague High School, was in the vehicle along with a minor female who is a student.

Oregon Prison Employee Arrested After Shooting; Holding Police at Bay for Hours

The area was blocked off and neighbors were asked to vacate their homes until the suspect was taken into custody.

(TURNER, OR) - 39-year old Turner resident Michael, an employee with the Oregon Dept of Corrections, was arrested early Sunday morning following a three and one half hour standoff with law enforcement officers.

National Democracy Activist to Speak in Salem - USA Democracy in Crisis?

“We are inspired by historic social movements that recognized the necessity of altering fundamental power relationships,” - David Cobb.

(SALEM) - David Cobb, a fiery, humorous Texas orator, lawyer and former Green Party Presidential candidate, will be in Salem the evening of April 17th.

He will address our declining democracy and the importance of amending our Constitution to end corporate control of our society and government. The event is free to the public.

Salem Saturday Market Kickoff 2012 is a Blooming Success

Oregon sunshine (the dry variety) was enjoyed by all!

(SALEM, Ore.) - What is your idea of a Saturday morning in spring time? In Salem, Oregon, Spring means coming outdoors, breathing in the fresh air, and maybe even turning over some soil in your own backyard.

Friends and neighbors are seen mowing their yards, planning for events under sunny skies and looking for new, intriguing products to make spring really sing.

Background Information About OSH Employee Who Passed Away Wednesday

"OSP investigation found no evidence indicating any criminal activity that could have caused Mr. Barron's death." - Oregon State police

(SALEM) - A 36-year old employee at Oregon State Hospital who worked in security, was found dead on the hospital grounds Wednesday.

In response to information requests for information about the employee who passed away Wednesday, officials have provided background information about the employee, Matthew Barron, of Salem.