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The central argument by opponents of Measures 66 and 67, that the measures will cause Oregon to lose jobs, is
The Sunday Oregonian featured a story comparing two businesses and their different views of Measures 66 and 67.
Indicating that the state’s fiscal situation is beginning to stabilize, today’s revenue forecast by Oregon state economists confirms that the
Data released today showing a surge in Oregon’s hunger rate remind us of the importance of the expansion of food
Oregon is among a minority of states that tax the income of families living below the poverty line, according to
Which businesses are going to be paying more taxes under Measure 67, and which won’t? Which Oregonians will pay more
The flowchart in this PDF shows which businesses would pay tax under Measure 67.
The flowchart in this PDF shows which Oregonians would pay more under Measure 66.
Adam Smith, the father of capitalism, walked with Jesus in at least one respect: his support for progressive taxation. That’s
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In this episode, we examine the crisis in Oregon’s system of long-term care. Demand for long-term care is rising as
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Income inequality in Oregon remains vast, but history shows this is not inevitable.
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How Trump Is Hiding Hunger and Why Poverty Persists
This episode examines what the end of the federal food security report means for Oregon, as well as why poverty is a policy failure, not an individual failure.
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