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Tatiana Dierwechter
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Public health social worker; preventionist; recovering political junkie; walker; knitter/quilter; coffee lover; mom!
“The bridge that connects the cities is less than a mile. The gulf between their futures is not nature. It is policy.” theintellectualistofficial.substack.com/p/the-cost-o...
The Cost of Preventable Suffering: Why Americans Die Younger Than Canadians
From a bus ride in Connecticut to a bridge in Detroit, inequality decides who survives
theintellectualistofficial.substack.com
November 24, 2025 at 12:44 AM
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October passenger numbers were just a shade below 2019 -- the smallest gap since the pandemic.
PDX passenger volumes are near pre-pandemic levels as Thanksgiving rush approaches
October passenger numbers were just a shade below 2019 -- the smallest gap since the pandemic.
www.oregonlive.com
November 23, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Suquamish Tribe will acquire women's health clinics in 'OB-GYN desert' www.seattletimes.com/business/loc...
Facing the prospect of a medical ‘desert,’ a WA tribe steps in
The Suquamish Tribe plans to acquire two women's health clinics next year to alleviate a lack of services in two places on the Kitsap Peninsula.
www.seattletimes.com
November 22, 2025 at 3:58 AM
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Oregon’s high rate of student absenteeism barely budged since the previous year, new state data shows.
Oregon chronic absenteeism rate remains among highest in US at 33%
Oregon’s high rate of student absenteeism barely budged since the previous year, new state data shows.
www.oregonlive.com
November 20, 2025 at 3:30 PM
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“Maybe somebody thought ‘Oh it’s a small place, it’s rural, they’re probably quiet, we can overpower them,” said City Councilor Steve Hickman.

“We’ve been underestimated.”

www.newsfromthestates.com/article/fede...
Federal defense contractor backs out of potential Oregon Coast ICE facility
A defense contractor with a history of providing housing for military operations withdrew its inquiry seeking land at the Newport Municipal Airport, a city official said Wednesday, as growing evidence...
www.newsfromthestates.com
November 16, 2025 at 2:21 AM
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They're going to the highest court in the land to avoid feeding children.
November 8, 2025 at 12:16 AM
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🚨BREAKING: President Donald Trump violated the Constitution and federal law by ordering hundreds of National Guard soldiers to Portland, Oregon, earlier this year, a federal judge ruled Friday. www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...
Trump-Appointed Judge Rules His Portland Military Takeover Was Unconstitutional
Read more here.
www.democracydocket.com
November 8, 2025 at 1:30 AM
Reposted by Tatiana Dierwechter
Democrats enjoyed major wins beyond just the marquee races, up and down the ballot — and across the country — continuing the party's momentum heading into the 2026 midterm elections. n.pr/49AB24C
Democrats' 2025 election wins go beyond big races to places like Georgia, Pennsylvania
Democrats enjoyed major wins beyond just the marquee races, up and down the ballot — and across the country — continuing the party's momentum heading into the 2026 midterm elections.
n.pr
November 5, 2025 at 5:02 PM
I am more than happy to pay the additional $133 a year to ensure acess to thriving outdoor spaces, parks, and recreation services in Portland! www.oregonlive.com/politics/202...
Portland voters poised to approve pricey new parks levy
The measure hikes Portland’s current parks levy by 75%.
www.oregonlive.com
November 5, 2025 at 5:09 AM
Public health defends its time-tested approach against the rise of MAHA : Shots - Health News www.npr.org/sections/sho...
Public health defends its time-tested approach against the rise of MAHA
Public health leaders convene in Washington, D.C. this week to defend their vision for America's health, and look ahead for how to rebuild after the Trump administration's attacks on the system.
www.npr.org
November 5, 2025 at 3:42 AM
Listen to every single word. Truth! youtu.be/5ARj7iQDiW4?...
FULL REMARKS: Former President Barack Obama Speaks At Rally For Abigail Spanberger
YouTube video by Forbes Breaking News
youtu.be
November 2, 2025 at 2:39 AM
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The “No Kings” protests have gone national—and they’re rewriting the map of dissent.
A new study finds anti-Trump demonstrations are happening in more US counties than ever before, including places that voted overwhelmingly for him.
From Texas to Tennessee, even Trump country is marching against Trump
A new Harvard study shows that 2025 protests are likely the most geographically widespread in US history.
www.motherjones.com
October 25, 2025 at 8:22 PM
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CNN: Republicans are ridiculing ‘No Kings.’ A striking new poll shows Americans aren’t laughing. www.yahoo.com/news/article...
Republicans are ridiculing ‘No Kings.’ A striking new poll shows Americans aren’t laughing
New polling reinforces how much the thrust of the “No Kings” message has resonated with much of the American public.
www.yahoo.com
October 24, 2025 at 12:31 AM