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The fatal conceit of selective tax breaks
Oregon legislators are eager to review existing tax breaks. The thinking is, some…
Read News DetailKitzhaber doubts power of government?
After holding various political offices for 22 years, former Governor John Kitzhaber recently…
Read News DetailMeasure 28: No cure for Oregon’s ailing economy
Many proponents of Measure 28 advocate it as the key to bolstering Oregon’s…
Read News DetailFor a better road system: electronic tolling
The Oregon Road User Fee Task Force recently became the object of scorn…
Read News DetailFollowing New Zealand’s lead
The New Year brings promise and opportunity for Oregon. Though we face challenges,…
Read News DetailA sales tax could cost Oregon jobs
Oregonians have nixed a sales tax nine times at the ballot box, yet…
Read News DetailAn emerging consensus on school spending
The intellectual debate about school spending in Oregon is coming to a close….
Read News DetailMetro "faithful" lose their religion
Portland’s regional government, Metro, is held up as a national model for how…
Read News DetailHave a prosperous New Year
Here’s wishing everyone a prosperous New Year. That’s not a trite phrase; it’s…
Read News DetailA Thanksgiving story to celebrate
Most children are taught that Thanksgiving celebrates the Pilgrims’ first harvest and their…
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