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Republicans are hoping to flip seats in Oregon’s election

Flip or flop? One week from today, Oregon voters will know if they are witnessing a major flip…

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Survey finds Oregonians down on statewide economy as election nears

An increasing number of Oregonians are concerned about the state of the economy, the latest case of public…

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Is Oregon doing its elections right?

While Oregon’s voting rate remains among the highest in the country, most Oregonians aren’t satisfied with current election…

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Candidates for Oregon labor commissioner offer contrasts

Two women with different experiences and approaches are candidates for commissioner of the Oregon Bureau of Labor and…

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Oregon set to collect contributions for paid leave benefits

After years of preparation, Oregon is set to start collecting contributions from businesses and employees for a new…

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Flurries of ballots, snow, and $60 million as election nears end

With Election Day two weeks away, the top trio running for Oregon governor  have stormed past the $60…

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Measure 114 is first gun control initiative in two decades

Measure 114 is not the first proposed gun regulation to prompt a public debate in Oregon. But it…

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Rapid change at Oregon Supreme Court as Gov. Brown’s term nears end

Chief Justice Martha Walters will retire from the Oregon Supreme Court at the end of the year, and…

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Wedge issues in governor’s race: Democratic control of Oregon

Christine Drazan was a 10-year-old grade-schooler in Klamath County. Tina Kotek had just turned 16 and was a…

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Gun control emerges as key wedge issue in governor’s race

The three candidates for governor can offer nuanced positions on major issues during their debates in the final…

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