Corrections staffers that come and go from the prison each day are at high risk for contracting and spreading the disease to their families and communities. The shortage of PPE statewide exacerbates this risk.

In a letter to Gov. Kate Brown and other state officials yesterday evening, advocates asked the state to take action to meet the needs of Oregonians with disabilities, who are among those at greatest risk during the current public health crisis.

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals today issued an opinion affirming the district court’s dismissal of a lawsuit that sought to challenge policies that protect the legal rights of transgender students in public schools in Dallas, Ore.

Advocates Back Oregon Court for Protecting Lesbian Couple who were Refused Wedding Cake