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Oregon's tax system remains inequitable
Hunger in Oregon is rising rapidly, a reflection of the economic insecurity afflicting so many families. In this episode of
It is said that hunger is the canary in the coal mine of household economic suffering. For cash-strapped families left
Perhaps the biggest danger from rising economic inequality is what it’s doing to our bodies, to our health. Economic inequality
By several measures, income inequality in Oregon has never been greater. In 2021, the year with the most recent data,
News Release Whether looking at the ultra-rich or the merely rich, Oregon’s affluent have never been richer, according to new
The share of children in the U.S. living in poverty has soared, according to new data recently released by the
This special episode examines what is looking increasingly likely: a federal government shutdown. Unless Congress can pass a continuing budget
Latest Podcasts
The Real Challenge Facing Oregon’s Economy
In this episode of Policy for the People, we discuss our recent report examining Oregon’s economic performance. As OCPP Policy
June 11, 2026
Workers Across Oregon Are Demanding Unions
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, workers across the country began organizing at levels not seen in years. From
May 14, 2026
The Myth of Oregon’s “Bad Business Climate”
By a number of indicators, Oregon’s economy outperforms that of most other states.
April 23, 2026
Thankful for a resurgent labor movement
This Thanksgiving, I’m thankful for the teachers, nurses, and other workers who have walked the picket line to demand better