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More School Choices Mean Better Opportunities for Oregon Students
By Kathryn Hickok This week parents, educators, and students nationwide are celebrating National…
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The Government Should Try to Do a Few Things Well in 2025
By John A. Charles, Jr. This week marks the inauguration of President Trump…
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Annual Celebration Highlights Importance of Effective Educational Opportunities for All
By Kathryn Hickok January 26-February 1 will be the 15th annual National School…
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Trust Is Earned, Not Given
By John A. Charles, Jr. The Portland School Board (PPS) wants voters to…
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PPS Bond Request Is Too Big and Too Vague
January 7, 2025 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Cascade Policy Institute4850 SW Scholls Ferry Rd.,…
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Testimony for Portland Public Schools Meeting on January 7, Agenda Item #9, Resolution 7038
January 7, 2025 Mr. Eddie WangChair, PPS Board501 N. Dixon StreetPortland, OR 97227…
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School Choice – A Gift That Fits Every Family
By Kathryn Hickok What if all parents could choose schools based on where…
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Testimony for the Joint Legislative Committee on the IBR
December 17, 2024 Joint Legislative Committee on the IBRSalem, OR 97301 Dear Committee…
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Extending the Yellow MAX Line to Vancouver Is TriMet’s Worst Idea Yet
By John A. Charles, Jr. At a December 17th meeting of the Joint…
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Why Are Portland School Construction Projects So Expensive?
By John A. Charles, Jr. In 2021, Sherwood School District opened the largest…
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