tonya graham

Ashland Oregon Political Scene Needs a Vakay

To anyone who denies climate change, all you have to do is spend some time in this quaint town. What used to have tolerable seasons of political discourse, has now morphed into a climate of vitriol, animosity, and swiping lawn signs from each others’ yards. Not unlike the rest of America, here’s the lowdown and showdown of a particularly sweaty, uncomfortable summer. …Read more »

Epic Ugliness in Ashland, Oregon: How Ugliness is Bad for Business

The Insurrection on the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 was an attack on democracy. The same type of coup was attempted on June 29, 2021 in Ashland, Oregon. Four councilpersons conspired to thwart the will of the voters. An illegal motion was passed to allow two councilors to read defamatory testimonies to vilify the new administration. This display of anarchy was as ugly in Ashland as it was in Washington, D.C. (only without the violence!) …Read more »