The Takeaway is a weekly session publication making sense of Oregon politics and policy. Every Friday while the legislature is in session, we publish a review of the week’s prominent topics and controversies. Our readers span from politicians and corporate executives to journalists and every day political junkies.
May
26
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.
6 min read
May
19
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
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!
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
Legislature wrangles over social policy and budget politics as it heads down the session's home stretch.
5 min read
Apr
21
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
Apr
14
Abortion & Gun Control Take Center Stage
The political landscape in Oregon is shifting towards controversial issues such as gun control and abortion rights, with Republicans resorting to stall tactics
3 min read
Apr
07
Lawmakers to Begin Marathon Floor Sessions
Tuesday marked the completion of the legislature's first deadline of the session, requiring a measure to move out of its original policy committee or falter for the session.
4 min read
Mar
31
Legislative Deadline Shapes Session's Focus
In past years, the presiding officers regularly scheduled extended floor sessions in the evenings and weekends to work through the third reading list. A new bargaining chip has emerged this session—Fridays.
4 min read
Mar
24
Ways & Means Co-Chairs Release Framework Budget
For many lawmakers, they are only familiar with excess revenues and debates over where to spend it. Now, however, state resources are coming back down to earth, requiring the legislature to slim its spending.
