Author: North Coast BBQ

I’ll be venturing into Portland for this but have done this prior years here on the coast.

With everything everyone has gone through the last couple of years, random unconditional love can go a long way!

I’ll be teaming up with Kajsa from the Good Mail project (kajsa.love); she’ll be making love letters to pass out!

Open to proposals of sponsorships/ads (such as a business contributing in exchange for sharing stickers or flyers of your business). We just want to be able to share with as many people as possible and see what good it can do!

Please learn more here and contribute if you can, any amount: gofund.me/ecca4d23e

Thank you!

With the ascendance of anti-vaxxers into the U.S. government, U.S. residents need to be sure we are receiving medical information that is accurate, unbiased and free of propaganda.
Sadly, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and many Federal sources are no longer completely trustworthy as sources of scientific information.

For those of us who are older, the risks of severe illness are higher if we do become sick. With North Tillamook County having an older population we are also at higher risk from the unvaccinated.

Due to vaccine hesitancy, the U.S. is seeing severe outbreaks of preventable diseases this year.

If you have a trusted doctor, they are the primary source of current and safe information.

The American Medical Association (AMA) continues to be rated well for disseminating reliable health information: www.ama-assn.org/public-health

Sources outside of the United States can also be reliable. A comprehensive study on vaccine safety has been published by a Danish source that may be of interest:

Large Danish Study: No link between vaccines and autism or 49 other health conditions
Facts about the study
Researchers from Statens Serum Institut (SSI) used Denmark’s unique health registers to analyze data from more than 1 million Danish children born between 1997 and 2018 to investigate potential long-term health effects of aluminum-containing vaccines.
The study examined 50 different conditions and found no statistical association between aluminum content in vaccines and increased risk of developing autism, autoimmune diseases, asthma, or allergic conditions such as hay fever and food allergies.
The study has just been published in the prestigious medical journal Annals of Internal Medicine.
Source: Statens Serum Institut (SSI)

Hope everyone has a safe and wonderful holiday season.

In all these relations and this time of descending,

it is possible to receive light.

A Clearing

If there is a way to this opening,

it will not be marked.

Crossing over to what is beyond,

carried on the energy of understanding,

the deep caring for our mother earth

and all that is impermanent,

a sacred entrance may be offered .

There will be a clearing where

every being is invited to rest,

appreciate these luminous bodies,

the dust of distant stars twinkling light.

Hard for our MAGA friends to point at Ray and call him mainstream media, but life becomes easier when you’re credulous, I guess.

https://youtu.be/ARTLXxPI2X0?si=1-9WSDSCzfu4QujY

Gene Dieken

Shifting for a moment to the meaning of Thanksgiving, I recall attending one of my niece’s dance recitals in the Portland area many years ago. The walls there displayed messages challenging the traditional story of Thanksgiving that many of us grew up hearing. Many people may not be aware of the complex history behind this holiday—especially perspectives shared by Indigenous communities. I encourage you to take some time to research the “real Thanksgiving” to gain a deeper and more inclusive understanding of its origins and significance.

Returning to our ongoing protest efforts, I want to highlight the need for new and updated signs that reflect the pressing issues we face today. As times change, our messages must evolve too. For instance, many people are losing their health insurance due to rising costs, and SNAP recipients are facing cuts to critical food assistance programs. Veterans are also worried about potential reductions in their health coverage and other government support. We need your help to bring attention to these concerns:

Write to your legislators: If you or someone you know has been impacted by healthcare cuts, SNAP reductions, or changes affecting veterans, please consider writing a letter to your state representatives. Share your personal experiences or concerns about how these policies are affecting you, your family, or your neighbors. The more personal stories lawmakers hear, the harder they are to ignore.

Make new protest signs: Let’s brainstorm messages that resonate in these challenging times. Remember, large letters and concise phrases are best for visibility as people drive by. If you have ideas but don’t make signs yourself, send your suggestions to me—I’m happy to help bring your thoughts to life.

Our presence and messages are being noticed—drivers passing by, both locals and those from out of state, have been incredibly supportive with honks and thumbs up. If you’re local, we invite you to join us on Saturdays in Nehalem from noon to 2 PM. If you can’t attend in person, you can still make a difference by sending letters to our elected officials. Let them know how you feel about the direction the Republican-led government is taking, especially as it relates to changes that impact so many people across different age groups and backgrounds.

Turning our attention to community support, we continue to encourage donations to our local food banks and pantries. The North County Food Bank (PO Box 162, Wheeler, OR 97147) and Nehalem Bay Community Services (PO Box 232, Nehalem, OR 97131) are both in need. At this time, monetary donations are particularly effective, but any contribution is appreciated. If you prefer, you can bring your donation to our Saturday protest between noon and 2 PM, and we will ensure it reaches those in need. Thank you to everyone who has contributed so far!

For your convenience, here are key addresses where you can send your letters and concerns:

Oregon Department of Human Services, Attn: Liesl Wendt, 500 Summer St. NE, E 15, Salem, OR 97301

Oregon Health Authority, Attn: Dr. Sejal Hathl, 500 Summer St. NE, E 15, Salem, OR 97301

Robert F. Kennedy, Health & Human Services, 200 Independence Ave. SW, Washington, D.C. 20201

As always, our best wishes and a Happy Thanksgiving to you and your families.

With gratitude,

North County Resistance