Violence Brings an Identity Crisis in a Free-Spirited California Beach Town

Violence Brings an Identity Crisis in a Free-Spirited California Beach Town

Filed under: Portland Drug Abuse

But “Keep Santa Cruz Safe and Clean” began appearing on bumpers in recent years as the city was rattled by acts of violence, its streets and parks seemingly overwhelmed by homelessness and drugs. To hear the supporters of the new slogan, Santa Cruz's …
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Q&A with Queer activist and author Mattilda Bernstein Sycamore

Filed under: Portland Drug Abuse

There was a little bit more possibility in certain ways, but at the same time it was a really desperate time because everywhere around us we could see people dying of AIDS and drug addiction and suicide. I would find out about elders, like artists or …
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Advocates push Oregon lawmakers to legalize pot

Filed under: Portland Drug Abuse

"This act will not make the problems associated with marijuana go away," said Washington County Sheriff Pat Garrett, citing drug abuse and dependency, impaired driving, and underage use. "In some cases this act will make those problems worse …
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Chronic Pain Sufferers May Rest “Assured” With This Small Pharmacy (APHY

Filed under: Portland Drug Abuse

The drugs in reference are various types of powerful painkillers, classified as Schedule II drugs under the Controlled Substances Act. The government has tightened its control and supervision of these drugs due to drug abuse and addiction, as well as …
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