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Measure 11 is a state law that sets minimum mandatory sentences for certain crimes. It was approved by ballot referendum in 1994 by a nearly two-thirds majority of Oregon voters, and went into effect on April 1, 1995. It was reaffirmed by the voters in 2000, but has also undergone several revisions in its nearly 30-year history. Legal scholars and lawyers have long debated what is the correct mix of the various goals of sentencing: punishment, rehabilitation, deterrence, or just separation from society. In recent years, criminal justice reform advocates at the local, state, and federal levels have focused attention on “mandatory minimums,” alleging that they have contributed to overincarceration and have been applied in…
Review some of our most recent past forums for lively discussion that you may have missed on local issues or browse all archived forums.
“Help wanted” signs seem to be permanently affixed to the doors of local establishments. The nightly news headlines focus on the acute lack of skilled workers for good-paying jobs in …
No one is born with hate, but it seems more and more people are learning to hate. In the last two months, The Register-Guard, Eugene’s newspaper, had these headlines: “Eugene …
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City Club’s recent fundraising campaign resulted in more than $22,000 being raised. We are thrilled that our community recognizes the need for civic conversations and responded in such a big way! We plan to use the funds to continue creating our outreach, including livestreaming meetings when we can return to in-person gatherings. Thank you!
