Voices from the Edge

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Every Thursday from 8:00 am - 9:00 am

Progressive talk radio from a grassroots perspective

About the program …

Community dialogue is important. Voices from the Edge lends a KBOO microphone to informed guests you might not hear anywhere else. With an hour to invest, the call-in format engages listeners in meaningful conversations about crucial issues like racial disparity, government accountability, environmental justice and politics on local, state and national levels. Join lively discussions about concerns that are important to you and our community. Together we’ll make Oregon and our nation a better place for a larger number of those living here.

About the host

Jo Ann Hardesty is a Portland City Commissioner and Principal Partner at Consult Hardesty. She serves as a subject matter expert on a myriad of issues and is available as a speaker, facilitator and campaign planner. A long-time voice for Portland's under-represented communities and a leader in the struggle against racial and economic injustice, Jo Ann was three times elected to the Oregon legislature and for many years Executive Director of Oregon Action. She’s been called on by the City of Portland to help re-write the City Charter and organizes those on the downside of power to pursue their interests from the local to the federal level. She is particularly committed to leadership development and in holding those in power accountable.

Join the conversation …

Join the conversation every Thursday morning from 8-9 a.m. by calling 503-231-8187. Keep the conversation going after the program at our blog at kboo.fm/voicesfromtheedge.

 

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Voices from the Edge on 01-20-11 Guest Jim Middaugh from Metro

Airs at: Thu, 01/20/2011 at 12:00am
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div { margin: 0px; } What's the future of public participation? A with Jim Middaugh about Opt In and other strategies for a more engaged community Oregonians like to think of themselves as actively involved citizens. Even though Oregonians tend to turn out for election... Read more

Voices from the Edge: 01-13-11 Joint Terrorism Task Force

Airs at: Thu, 01/13/2011 at 12:00am
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Should the city of Portland re-join the Joint Terrorism Task Force? Listeners called in and shared their views. Jo Ann Bowman is a former state legislator, former executive director of Oregon Action, and a long-time leader in the struggle for racial and economic justice. ... Read more

Voices from the Edge 01-06-11 Lawmakers & Lawmen

Airs at: Thu, 01/06/2011 at 12:00am
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Lawmakers and Lawmen: A conversation with State Senator Jackie Dingfelder about the upcoming legislative session and a look at Portland Police Chief Mike Reese's comments on police shootings Oregon starts a new year with a new governor and legislature. It also starts with ... Read more

Voices from the Edge 12-30-10 Portland Police Association Contract

Airs at: Thu, 12/30/2010 at 12:00am
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Jo Ann and Dave discussed the Portland Police Association's tentative contract agreement with the City of Portland, which will be presented at general meetings scheduled January 5th and 6th, 2011. Listeners called in to share their views. Jo Ann Bowman is a former state leg... Read more

Voices from the Edge 12-23-10 Who Was Good & Who Was Bad in 2010?

Airs at: Thu, 12/23/2010 at 12:00am
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    It's that time of year when Jo Ann and Dave review which of our public figures deserve a gift in their stocking and which deserve a lump of coal. They'll also be asking listerners to share their holiday list of candidates. Will it include Senator John McCain for ... Read more

Voices from the Edge 12-16-10 Police & Politics

Airs at: Thu, 12/16/2010 at 12:00am
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Open Lines:  Callers share what's on their minds about Portland Police and politics. The conversation doesn't end when the program does. You can join in additional discussion of the week's issue on our blog at kboo.fm/voicesfromtheedge  (click on the "blog" tab). You'll f... Read more

Voices from the Edge 12/09/10 - Open Lines

Airs at: Thu, 12/09/2010 at 12:00am
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Open Lines:  Callers share what's on their minds, including the Obama Administration's tax deal, Instant-Runoff Voting, Obama's marketing campaign during the election, our electoral process, and generally, what's ailing our democracy. The conversation doesn't end when the ... Read more

Voices from the Edge on 12/02/10 - The Arrest of Mohamed Osman Mohamud

Airs at: Thu, 12/02/2010 at 12:00am
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What's the fallout from the Mohamed Osman Mohamud incident? The Nov. 26 arrest of 19 year-old Mohamed Osman Mohamud for allegedly attempting to detonate a bomb during the Christmas tree lighting ceremony in Pioneer Courthouse Square raises troubling legal, political, social... Read more

Voices from the Edge on 11/25/10 - Open Lines

Airs at: Thu, 11/25/2010 at 12:00am
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This week Dave hosted open lines.  Callers discussed various topics; from police issues to the TSA, to things they give thanks for. The conversation doesn't end when the program does. You can join in additional discussion of the week's issue on our blog at kboo.fm/voicesf... Read more

Voices from the Edge on 11/18/10 - Mayor Adams New Gun Control Proposal

Airs at: Thu, 11/18/2010 at 12:00am
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