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Movie Review: End of Suburbia
Going to a movie is something I rarely do — public life doesn’t leave too many nights free and frankly I’d rather spend time with the family or a good book than risk most Hollywood fare. But last Wednesday I went to a screening of End of Surburbia put on by a newly formed group…
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Guest Column: Fare Increases for Honored Citizens
Joel Weishaus is a neighborhood activist in NW Portland and a member of the Northwest Elder Advisory Team, a program of Friendly House. He writes that he has sent this letter to TriMet (PDF) [linked document removed at request of author] regarding the impact of fare increases on senior citizens. The letter was copied to…
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Stop Using Alternative Transportation [the word that is]
We bicycle advocates have never liked the term “alternative” transportation. It intimates a second choice, an alternative to something we really, really want. Hooey! Feet, bikes, and transit have been our first choice. A car is a good choice … when it’s the last choice. So finally, there’s a new term — “active” transportation. The…
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TriMet Response to Orange Threat Level
In light of today’s London terrorist attack, the US Department of Homeland Security raised the threat level to orange for mass transit systems. There have been no specific threats, but TriMet is increasing presence and vigilance on the transit system. Riders can help by reporting any suspicious behavior or package to a TriMet employee or…
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London Transportation Bombings
I was relieved to find in my inbox this morning a message from my sister-in-law in London that she and my brother, who works in the financial district, are OK. I suspect my brother will be walking home this evening. After the first sense of relief, my next two thoughts were: – What steps can…