This special episode examines what is looking increasingly likely: a federal government shutdown. Unless Congress can pass a continuing budget
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Policy for the People is our syndicated radio show and podcast. In it, we dive deeper into the public policies that can lift up all Oregonians.
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Policy for the People is our syndicated radio show and podcast. In it, we dive deeper into the public policies that can lift up all Oregonians.
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All of the strike activity we’re seeing right now is a hopeful sign for those who want to see an
Money is power. And the extreme concentration of wealth that we’re seeing means that more and more political power is
On July 1, workers in one region of Oregon achieved what once seemed an inspired goal. The minimum wage in
In this episode of Policy for the People, we discuss the issue of poverty in the LGBT community with Dr.
The clock is ticking on the nation’s ability to pay its debts, as U.S. House Republicans refuse to raise the
Over the past four-and-a-half decades, we have seen economic inequality return with a vengeance. We're living through a new Gilded
Many families in Oregon struggle to put food on the table, and this is especially true for many immigrant families.
Care workers play a vital role in our communities. They feed, bathe, and otherwise care for those who cannot take
Right now, the Oregon legislature is considering a bill that would establish the Oregon Kids’ Credit. This state child tax
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