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In 2015, Google came knocking in Salem. One of its divisions, Google Fiber, was going around the country peddling its
Even though the paychecks of Oregon workers have grown recently, many workers have seen no real gains in their wages
Oregon workers are finally seeing a modest boost in their hourly pay, due to recent increases in the state’s minimum
KMUZ radio conducted a farewell interview of OCPP founder and former executive director Chuck Sheketoff. Chuck delved into the origins
The Oregon Center for Public Policy, the state’s leading public policy think tank, has selected Alejandro Queral as its new
Oregon is a case study of what can go wrong when states artificially limit property taxes. A new national report
Oregon is a case study of what can go wrong when states artificially limit property taxes. Examining the experiences of
On July 1st, workers in more than 270,000 jobs in communities across the state will receive a raise, thanks to
Despite a strengthening job market, Oregonians in every corner of the state struggle to put food on the table. Their
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A disaster for struggling families
The massive reconciliation bill passed by Congress on the eve of the 4th of July holiday will leave many Oregon
July 10, 2025

Another harm from the monstrous U.S. House reconciliation bill: less state revenue
The reconciliation bill passed by the U.S. House is truly monstrous, slashing health care and nutrition assistance to help pay
June 12, 2025

“This is a terrible bill”: Rep. Salinas discusses House tax and budget package
Just ahead of the Memorial Day weekend, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a budget reconciliation bill – a massive
May 30, 2025