Category Archives: Feature Articles

KPOJ Beavers Baseball- What’s the deal with the new KPOJ programming?

Posted on March 9, 2012 by tomdwyer

Our world was rocked in February when KPOJ started carrying Beavers Baseball. Every week until the end of May, they’ll be carrying between 2 and 5 games spreading through the week and weekend. We aren’t pleased about it and judging … Continue reading →

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Oregon Tilth- The heartbeat of organic gardening is in… Sellwood?

Posted on February 3, 2012 by tomdwyer

We’ve told you before that many ideas for our newsletter come from clients using our courtesy shuttle, and this is one of those stories. A couple weeks ago one of our clients needed a ride to her office a few … Continue reading →

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The Powell Memo- Because every road starts somewhere

Posted on February 3, 2012 by tomdwyer

If you look around at our media/political/corporate landscape, it seems obvious (as Mr. Snydor will say below in his memo, “to any thoughtful person”) that there is an overriding pro-business, pro-corporate, anti-worker, authoritarian fascist agenda. That same thoughtful person may … Continue reading →

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Illahee Lecture Series- Our favorite lecture series hits the stage again

Posted on February 3, 2012 by tomdwyer

If you’re tired of the pablum and drivel you’re fed by the corporate media there are alternatives, and the Illahee Lecture Series is one of the best you could hope to find. Since 1999, Illahee has brought over 100 environmental, … Continue reading →

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Biggest Stories of 2011- What made this year’s news in Your Car Matters

Posted on January 6, 2012 by tomdwyer

You want plumbing advice from your plumber, but do you want plumbing advice month after month? You want to hear your accountant’s every thought at tax time, but year ‘round? You’re bombarded with email from every company you deal with, … Continue reading →

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Tom Dwyer Movie Night- Catch a FREE movie every month in 2012!

Posted on December 2, 2011 by tomdwyer

We’re starting something new, and we want you to be a part of it! On every third Thursday of the month, Economic Fairness Oregon, We Are Oregon, Jobs With Justice, and SEIU Local 503 will bring you Tom Dwyer Movie Night… … Continue reading →

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Get Ready For Winter- Two critical areas of concern for winter driving

Posted on December 2, 2011 by tomdwyer

No one wants to be left on the side of the road in winter weather. It makes a great story for future holiday get-togethers, but it’s a miserable experience everyone would rather avoid. Many of our clients worry about tough … Continue reading →

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Occupied Portland- Report from the front lines of the Class War

Posted on October 31, 2011 by tomdwyer

Warren Buffett famously said “There IS a class war, and MY class is winning”. The Occupy movement put that Class War into the streets, drawing clear battle lines between the top 1% and the rest of us. This month, “Your … Continue reading →

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Robotic Invasion- Get to know our future overlords

Posted on October 31, 2011 by tomdwyer

You’re far too sophisticated to think of Commander Data or even C-3P0 or when you think about robots. You know that robots are boring mechanical arms that do repetitive welding on automotive assembly lines. Well, that may have been what … Continue reading →

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Who are those guys behind the counter? Salaried Service Advisors keep us running smoothly

Posted on October 31, 2011 by tomdwyer

Where would you find just one person with all these qualities… Multi-tasking abilities of an aircraft landing controller? Patience and understanding of a therapist? Problem-solving skills of a rocket scientist? Decision-making skills of a business executive? Communication skills of a … Continue reading →