Tag Archives: Green politics

On the Death of Conventions and the Start of Portland’s Green Future at Congress Square Park

Posted on August 18, 2013 by Zoon Politikon

                    This week, the Portland City Council will be voting whether or not to sell a public park to a private developer for the purpose of building an additional hotel convention … Continue reading →

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The Portland City Council should be more than just “concerned” about Tar Sands

Posted on May 22, 2013 by Zoon Politikon

          After hours of public comment on Monday night, the Portland City Council altered a resolution from “opposing” Tar Sands oils from Canada to merely expressing “concern“ about blasting the heated mixture under Sebago Lake through … Continue reading →

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Occupy the School Board: Reflections on the 2014 Portland School Budget

Posted on April 30, 2013 by Zoon Politikon

          Since the Portland Superintendent announced next year’s school budget, I have received about a hundred emails and letters from concerned parents, teachers, and constituents. Every letter has encouraged me not to cut positions and to … Continue reading →

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