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Metro "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…
Read News DetailTemporary is a long-time in government-speak
During the last session Oregon legislators created the current budget shortfall. They added…
Read News DetailImproving Oregon’s budget and business climate
Now that Oregon has a new governor-elect, speculation begins about how he will…
Read News DetailTo reduce the influence of money, limit government’s power
Every now and then we hear the call for taxpayer-funded political campaigns at…
Read News DetailMajority vote does not change wrong into right
A sign in a government community center reads, “Exercise your freedom and vote!”…
Read News DetailFlaws in education reform exposed
Discontent with Oregon’s education reform is now coming from new areas. Recently the…
Read News DetailFirst, do no harm
Why are so many Oregonians calling for a single-payer health care plan funded…
Read News DetailProtect everyone’s basic (property) rights
Last week the Oregon Supreme Court invalidated ballot Measure 7, which voters passed…
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