originally published by Cascade Policy Institute, written by John A. Charles, Jr.. The Oregon Senate has come to a standstill over the past several weeks. Most Republican Senators are boycotting floor sessions due to objections about both policy and process. Media accounts have portrayed the missing Senators in a negative light, but voters should ask why the majority … [Read more...] about SENATE STANDSTILL = FAILURE OF POLITICAL LEADERSHIP
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Measure 20-340 Levy
positions FOR Measure 20-340 levy: (This information furnished by Charlcie Kaylor, League of Women Voters of Lane County)The League of Women Voters of Lane County (LWVLC) supports Ballot Measure 20-340: Renewal of Jail and Youth Services Five-Year Levy.The original levy went into effect in 2013 when pretrial release of people in custody for violent crimes occurred due to … [Read more...] about Measure 20-340 Levy
Donald Trump’s Accomplishments as President
by Mark Lewis | Jan 11, 2023, as published on townhall.com. I have been repeatedly told, as I’m sure you have, that Donald Trump “was the worst President the United States has ever had.” Except for his “racism,” “Nazism,” “mean tweets,” and “all the stupid things he said and did,” I have never been told what specific accomplishments of his administration these … [Read more...] about Donald Trump’s Accomplishments as President
Why We Vote
Governor Brown won the lawsuit that was brought against her for releasing 100s of criminals on a broad clemency decision, our DA's and some in our County Party worked hard on this case for a long time. Ultimately the judge thought it was the peoples' responsibility to take care of the issue because the governor is elected by the people. Here is a wrap-up article on the … [Read more...] about Why We Vote
Oregon’s First Municipal Natural Gas Ban a Step Closer to Becoming a Reality
By Pete Danko – Staff Reporter, Portland Business Journal - Jul 28, 2022 The Eugene City Council on Wednesday voted to draft an ordinance banning natural gas in most new residential construction. A ban would follow a growing national trend but be a first in Oregon and a blow to investor-owned NW Natural (NYSE: NWN), the state’s largest gas distribution … [Read more...] about Oregon’s First Municipal Natural Gas Ban a Step Closer to Becoming a Reality
Republican Governors Association, RE: Betsy Johnson
This was published in the Republican Governors Association newsletter, July 8 2022. What happens when you rear-end a driver stopped at a red light and cause "lasting health problems"? If you’re Betsy Johnson, you avoid taking responsibility by trying to claim legislative immunity. That’s what happens.According to the Willamette Week, in 2013, Johnson crashed into another … [Read more...] about Republican Governors Association, RE: Betsy Johnson
Besty’s Besties: Johnson Sticks with Brown, Kotek When It Matters
by Reagan Knopp, originally printed on The Oregon Catalyst Career Democrat Betsy Johnson is now running as a non-affiliated candidate for governor. She wants you to believe she is an independent leader capable of bringing the two political parties together, but her record tells a different story. Time and again, Johnson has sided failed conservative, rural voters and sided … [Read more...] about Besty’s Besties: Johnson Sticks with Brown, Kotek When It Matters
Judge Candidate Vance Day: Oregonians Must Never Take Liberty for Granted
By In the news, Monday May 16, 2022 By Vance Day, Candidate for Position 3, Oregon Court of Appeals “Those who expect to reap the blessings of freedom must like men undergo the fatigue of supporting it.” — Thomas Paine My ancestors met stiff opposition when they came to the Oregon Country in 1845. The terrain, hostile weather, British fur trappers, … [Read more...] about Judge Candidate Vance Day: Oregonians Must Never Take Liberty for Granted
