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City Club of Eugene Event on Homelessness Experiences Controversy

When the City Club of Eugene held a gathering on 20 November 2009 about the growing homelessness in the community, they experienced some controversy. A woman identifying herself as someone who has experienced homelessness tried to extend her question into a long presentation. She was asked to stop by City Club organizers. MindFreedom members were not involved in organizing the event, but were sitting nearby.

City Club of Eugene Event on Homelessness Experiences Controversy
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