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Jun
02
Walkout Fallout: Legislature Grapples with Dire Consequences

Walkout Fallout: Legislature Grapples with Dire Consequences

Unlike previous walkouts, there is no negotiation to find a political breakthrough; both sides fundamentally believe they have the upper hand.
5 min read
May
26
No Breakthrough in Oregon Senate Negotiations

No Breakthrough in Oregon Senate Negotiations

While public statements seem worlds apart from a deal, there are some breadcrumbs of progress beginning to appear in the Senate’s political standoff.
5 min read
May
19
Legislative Walkout Extends Into Third Week

Legislative Walkout Extends Into Third Week

The timing of the continuing resolution plays directly into the walkout politics because the state government will not shut down even if the missing members do not return for the session.
5 min read
May
12
Tense Negotiations and Looming Consequences

Tense Negotiations and Looming Consequences

As the boycott in the Oregon Senate continues, lawmakers could approach a point of no return for the session's politics.
4 min read
May
05
Well, That Was A Week!

Well, That Was A Week!

It is difficult to recall a more eventful week in state politics than the last seven days.
7 min read
Apr
28
Batten Down The Hatches

Batten Down The Hatches

Legislature wrangles over social policy and budget politics as it heads down the session's home stretch.
4 min read
Apr
21
Budget, Social Politics Shape Session

Budget, Social Politics Shape Session

We are beginning to see the spotlight focus on the state's budget and social policy battles likely to drive the politics in the Capitol.
3 min read
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