Category Archives: Features
RepubliCon Triad of Deception
I’m Tom Dwyer, How can a party that only represents the interests of the wealthiest one percent of Americans even compete in our political system? How can the anomaly of a working class Republican even exist? It enrages me that … Continue reading
Movie Night- “Dave”
I’m Tom Dwyer, What would you do if you accidentally became President? On Thursday, May 17, find out how one person handles it when Tom Dwyer Movie Night brings you “Dave”. “Dave” is a political comedy about a regular guy … Continue reading
Illahee Lecture Series- Andrew Bacevich
I’m Tom Dwyer, …inviting you to join the Illahee Lecture Series in grilling up some more “Sacred Cow” The United States accounts for forty three percent of all military spending on the planet, producing massive profits for some but death … Continue reading
Get Involved!
I’m Tom Dwyer, It’s easy to get depressed about our diminishing democracy, but despair is not an option and there are things we can all do, things we must do. Staying educated on issues and keeping in touch with our … Continue reading
Jefferson Smith for Mayor
I’m Tom Dwyer, Portland’s elections are May fifteenth and while three candidates have pulled ahead of the pack, only one has the Progressive vision Portland needs… Jefferson Smith, currently an Oregon Legislator, is running for Mayor because he thinks the … Continue reading
Movie Night- “Inside Job”
I’m Tom Dwyer, …and I’ve really been looking forward to this month’s Movie Night. In two thousand eight, our economic collapse almost destroyed the world’s banking system. Home grown Financial terrorists bilked over twenty trillion dollars from our economy. Millions … Continue reading
Illahee Lecture Series- Wendell Potter
I’m Tom Dwyer, We’ll all need to use the healthcare system at some point in our lives. I’m one of millions who think healthcare should be a right; providing for the general welfare not just providing corporate profits. The Illahee … Continue reading
Tom’s Tidbits- Is Equal Protection a lie?
Greetings! Equal application of law is one of the most basic foundations of a functional society. Without equal justice there is no freedom. Without fair and consistent enforcement of the rules of any game, the door is open for some … Continue reading
“What NOW?!!” Toon for April
The Fighter With The Strong Left Hook- Meet Steve Novick, candidate for Portland City Council
If you haven’t met Steve Novick, candidate for Portland’s City Council Position 4, you’re missing out. We’ve known him as a Tom Dwyer client for years, but most people know Steve from his 2008 primary battle with Jeff Merkley to … Continue reading