Bob Lord of Patriotic Millionaires explains why we need to tax extreme wealth in order to shrink inequality and save
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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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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
Low-income families with young children can now claim the Oregon Kids' Credit, a great development. Yet Oregon's tax system continues
One of the wealthiest nations in the history of humanity can afford to ensure that the most vulnerable in society
Hunger in Oregon is rising rapidly, a reflection of the economic insecurity afflicting so many families. In this episode of
Perhaps the biggest danger from rising economic inequality is what it’s doing to our bodies, to our health. Economic inequality
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Underpaid, Overworked, and Essential: Oregon’s Long-Term Care Crisis
In this episode, we examine the crisis in Oregon’s system of long-term care. Demand for long-term care is rising as
January 8, 2026
Income Inequality in Oregon: What Does the Latest Data Show?
Income inequality in Oregon remains vast, but history shows this is not inevitable.
December 11, 2025
How Trump Is Hiding Hunger and Why Poverty Persists
This episode examines what the end of the federal food security report means for Oregon, as well as why poverty is a policy failure, not an individual failure.
November 13, 2025