Work, sadly, is by no means a ticket out of poverty — a fact that is particularly true for Oregon
Raising Incomes
Realizing our human potential depends on having the resources to meet our material needs. Raising the incomes of the lowest-paid workers not only increases economic opportunity but also makes for a more prosperous state.
Raising Incomes
Realizing our human potential depends on having the resources to meet our material needs. Raising the incomes of the lowest-paid workers not only increases economic opportunity but also makes for a more prosperous state.
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Today’s Census data underscores why Oregon lawmakers should prioritize investments in the public sector that strengthen the economy and policies
Oregon’s minimum wage will edge up 15 cents per hour next year to keep up with the rising cost of
Often I am asked, “What can we do to address income inequality?” There are a number of good ideas for
How much income do families across Oregon need to get by? The federal poverty guidelines, unfortunately, provide an unsatisfactory answer.
To view a full copy of this report with charts and graphs view the PDF: Economic Gains Flow to the
Last December President Obama stated that income inequality is the “defining challenge of our time.” OCPP’s latest publications illustrate how
One of the nation’s foremost experts on income inequality, David Cay Johnston, is coming to Oregon in May to discuss
This fact sheet provides a long-term view of changes in income going to Oregon's top 1 percent, compared to the
It’s no secret that racial disparities remain in our nation and state.
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Oregon is one of the nation’s top destinations for data centers, attracted by the state’s cheap power and favorable climate.
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Oregon Child Care Crisis: How ERDC Running Out of Funds Could Hurt 12,000 Families
Oregon’s subsidized child care program, Employment Related Day Care (ERDC), is on course to run out of money in less
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Underpaid, Overworked, and Essential: Oregon’s Long-Term Care Crisis
In this episode, we examine the crisis in Oregon’s system of long-term care. Demand for long-term care is rising as
January 8, 2026