We can stop the tragedy of homeless school children
It’s no secret kids need a safe, stable and nurturing environment to thrive. Research shows this is the foundation children need to achieve their full potential.
December 20, 2017
Juan Carlos Ordóñez
Juan Carlos is the Oregon Center for Public Policy's Communications Director
Oregon is in good company, tax-wise
Which states would you guess had stronger economic growth in recent years: those without an income tax, or those with the highest marginal income tax rates?
November 1, 2017
The health care of hundreds of thousands of Oregonians is at stake
It’s official: there will be a special election in Oregon on January 23, 2018. At stake in ballot Measure 101 is the health care of hundreds of thousands of Oregonians.
October 22, 2017
HB 2006: a common-sense reform of Oregon’s biggest housing subsidy
My name is Juan Carlos Ordóñez, communications director for the Oregon Center for Public Policy, and I respectfully submit this testimony in support of House Bill 2006.
March 10, 2017
More disgraceful than the lottery: Oregon’s corporate income tax
If you want a glimpse of the shameful state of Oregon’s corporate income tax, look no further than your nearest bar or restaurant with a video lottery machine.
March 18, 2016
State housing subsidy overdue for reform in Oregon
Did you hear that Oregon will spend $1 billion over the next two years helping families with their housing costs? It’s true.
May 15, 2015
Oregon Economy Continues to Be Top Performer
A View of the State of Working Oregon Oregon continues to enjoy one of the nation’s top-performing economies. Among all states, Oregon ranks near the top when it comes to
January 12, 2015
Oregon Poverty Figures Underscore Need for Legislative Action
Today’s Census data underscores why Oregon lawmakers should prioritize investments in the public sector that strengthen the economy and policies that help working Oregonians make ends meet.
September 18, 2014
Con-way: The Loophole Allowing Corporations to Avoid Oregon’s Minimum Tax
Though Oregon voters put in place a minimum income tax on corporations, some companies manage to avoid it.
September 11, 2014
The Fierce Urgency of Full Employment
This Labor Day is a particularly appropriate time to consider Oregon’s job market, as it comes on the heels of the 50th anniversary of the 1963 March on Washington for
August 27, 2013
