Labor Commissioner Christina Stephenson explains the surge in claims and staffing shortage confronting the Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries.
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Policy for the People is our syndicated radio show and podcast. In it, we dive deeper into the public policies that can lift up all Oregonians.
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Policy for the People is our syndicated radio show and podcast. In it, we dive deeper into the public policies that can lift up all Oregonians.
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Measure 116 would create an independent commission that would decide the salaries for lawmakers, the governor and other state elected
No taxes on tips, as an Oregon Senator recently proposed, would do little to help struggling workers.
This episode of Policy for the People takes a deep dive into Measure 118, the Oregon Rebate.
Bob Lord of Patriotic Millionaires explains why we need to tax extreme wealth in order to shrink inequality and save
The expiration of parts of the Trump Tax plan offers an opportunity to reassess our nation’s tax policy
For too long, tax filing as been complicated and costly. But with Direct File, a simple and free tax filing
In the spirit of May Day, we discuss the contribution of immigrants to Oregon's economy, as well as what the
With tax season coming to an end, it’s a good moment to discuss the vital role that our tax system
In this episode of Policy for the People, we discuss legislative efforts to better protect Oregonians from unfair debt collection
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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
