By several measures, income inequality in Oregon has never been greater. In 2021, the year with the most recent data,
Worker Power
The power of organized labor has brought us weekends, sick leave, and the minimum wage. However, worker power has decreased during decades of attacks by corporate interests and neglect by the federal government. Increasing the strength of workers is vital to making the economy work for everyone.
Worker Power
The power of organized labor has brought us weekends, sick leave, and the minimum wage. However, worker power has decreased during decades of attacks by corporate interests and neglect by the federal government. Increasing the strength of workers is vital to making the economy work for everyone.
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Unfair debt collection practices and child care funding in the legislative spotlight
In this episode of Policy for the People, we discuss legislative efforts to better protect Oregonians from unfair debt collection practices and provide needed funding for Employment Related Day Care.
March 14, 2024
Oregon taxes and low-income families: good and bad news
Low-income families with young children can now claim the Oregon Kids’ Credit, a great development. Yet Oregon’s tax system continues to weigh more heavily on the poor than on the rich.
February 8, 2024
New federal government shutdown threat raises question: what kind of nation do we want?
One of the wealthiest nations in the history of humanity can afford to ensure that the most vulnerable in society have what they need
January 11, 2024
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