The fact that many jobs pay too little is a fundamental reason why so many Oregonians struggle to cover basic
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Three guaranteed income pilot programs carried out in Oregon show that providing families unconditional cash is an effective way to
Providing cash to families struggling to make ends meet is an effective way to help people meet their basic needs.
Download a PDF of this fact sheet. Cash is an effective tool to help families afford the ever-rising cost of
Download a PDF of this fact sheet. Cash in the pockets of struggling families can help ensure they do not
Download a PDF of this fact sheet. Providing cash to families struggling to make ends meet is an effective way
Download a PDF of this fact sheet. Additional cash in the pockets of hardworking Oregonians can help them stay employed,
Download a PDF of this fact sheet. A growing body of research shows that guaranteed income and other direct cash
For many families with children, child care is the most expensive item in the family budget, no matter where they
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