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Undocumented workers in Multnomah County, like other workers, contribute in many ways to their communities.
The League of Women Voters of Portland hosted a debate on Measure 103. OCPP communications director Juan Carlos Ordóñez argued
As Election Day nears, three of the nation’s largest corporations are attempting to scare Oregonians into voting for a ballot
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Oregon teachers deserve a raise. Teachers play an essential role in helping children achieve their potential and contribute to our
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
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