Days before her death, as her strength waned, #RBG dictated this statement to her granddaughter Clara: "My most fervent wish is that I will not be replaced until a newPresident is installed." She knew what was to come. npr.org/2020/09/18/100…

I wrote about RBG’s death, and how we’ve been left to focus on individual choices, instead of massive institutional failures: thecut.com/2020/09/ruth-b…

Oregon has long used mail-in voting, which is secure and so convenient that it's baffling anyone is opposed. This year, I plan to fill out my ballot at home, and (to help alleviate strain on the USPS) simply drop it off early at one of the many ballot boxes!

Donald Trump’s refusal to commit to a peaceful transfer of power isn’t just a violation of our democratic norms—it’s a fundamental threat to our democracy.

Trump has now made three videos on his own illness, one each the last three days. He has never once mentioned any of the 209,000 Americans who have died of the same illness on his watch.

Because it always bears repeating, go #VOTE ! (Then open a bottle of wine. You deserve it.) imbibemagazine.com/vines-4-votes/

When politicians use faith as an excuse to pass and uphold laws that seize control of people’s bodies but not guarantee them healthcare, feed the poor, shelter the homeless, or welcome the stranger, you have to wonder if it’s really about faith at all.

I will admit to basking in Obama-era complacency, but if the last four years have shown us anything, it's that democracy cannot be taken for granted.

As long as we don’t treat the climate crisis like a crisis, we can have as many climate conferences and summits as we want, but as it is now it will just be negotiations, empty words, loopholes and greenwash. theguardian.com/environment/20…

Why Oregon? Automatic voter registration, vote by mail, and 82% voter turnout. If every state followed our example, we would be so much closer to ensuring that every eligible voter in the nation could make their voice heard.

Witnessing this measure not only pass in my own community, but become a potential example for others around the country fills me with socialist joy. Say it again: #TaxTheRich

I may not be able to travel with cait la coop this Christmas, but you can bet we'll both be drinking Negronis (and eating copious plates of lasagna).

What has fueled the rise of alcohol-free "spirits" and who are the key players these days? Penelope Bass explores: bit.ly/2QTIG3T

For senior editor Penelope Bass, the new Amaricano from Fast Penny Spirits is as lush and inviting as the Pacific Northwest itself. bit.ly/3wpURVK #DrinkoftheWeek

In this edition of #DrinksAtlas, senior editor Penelope Bass serves up some history, fun facts, and recs for Japanese matcha. bit.ly/3BwyG3i

For a simple yet strong cup of coffee, senior editor Penelope Bass has been turning to Copper Cow Coffee lately. bit.ly/3iqNw3L #DrinkoftheWeek

Always a pleasure to fall down a rabbit hole with the endlessly fascinating David Wondrich

Congrats to Emma Janzen and Julia Momosé | 百瀬 on their #JBFA win for The Way of the Cocktail! Check out this piece from last year of Julia’s picks for standout Japanese gins. buff.ly/3OjGNWC

"Say yes to the scary things. Even if it ends up a disaster, at least you'll learn something," says Penelope Bass, Managing Editor, Imbibe Magazine. There are so many women that I respect and admire, and Penelope is one of them. ⁣⁣ #hannaleepr #inspiringwomen