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Let the Best Trash Man Win

November 29, 2022 0

By James Swyter Today, many people associate the word “monopoly” with big tech…

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Private Property Saved the Plymouth Pilgrims

November 23, 2022 0

By Eric Fruits, Ph.D. This Thanksgiving let’s give thanks to the Pilgrims who…

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2023 Should Be Oregon’s Year of Opportunity in K-12 Education

November 22, 2022 0

By Kathryn Hickok A June poll of Oregonians conducted by Nelson Research and…

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Magical Thinking Won’t Fill the Fuel Tank

November 16, 2022 0

By Eric Fruits, Ph.D. Portland is a world leader in magical thinking on…

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For Oregon’s New Governor, Great Power Comes with Great Responsibility

November 9, 2022 5

By Eric Fruits, Ph.D. It’s the day after Election Day and the votes…

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Oregon Needs a Free-Market Makeover

November 4, 2022 1

By Eric Fruits, Ph.D “What’s the one thing you’d do to fix Oregon?”…

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Mayor Wheeler Offers a Mixed Bag of Homelessness Solutions

October 31, 2022 1

By Eric Fruits, Ph.D. Last week, Portland Mayor Ted Wheeler and his council…

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Portland’s “Moon Shot” to Solve Homelessness: Lessons from Apollo 13

October 26, 2022 0

By Eric Fruits, Ph.D. This week, Portland City Council is considering five resolutions…

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No on Measure 26-225: Metro’s Parks and Nature Program Needs a Reset

October 25, 2022 0

By Eric Fruits, Ph.D. Yet again, Metro is asking for more money for…

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ADA Lawsuit Is a First Step Toward Addressing Region’s Homelessness Crisis

October 19, 2022 2

By Eric Fruits, Ph.D. For most of us, homeless tents blocking sidewalks are…

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