Whatever the outcome of this race, voters can rest assured that whoever wins, they’ll have a qualified, experienced educator taking the reins. Each of the three candidates is a former educator with extensive experience working in schools. Dr. Michael Way spent 33 years teaching math and computers at the secondary level, as well as teaching […]
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Thank Walden for supporting workers over his party
In the past, we have criticized our U.S. representative when he’s made moves that don’t appear to benefit his constituents—such as when he moved in favor of repealing the Affordable Care Act, for example. We also know it’s important to offer praise when it’s due. Last week, U.S. Rep. Greg Walden (R-Hood River), who represents […]
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Measure 105: Vote No
Repeals Oregon’s sanctuary law
Oregon doesn’t have the most admirable history when it comes to systemic racism, but now, and never, is it time to engage in even more of it. Put forth by a group of three Republican Oregon lawmakers, Measure 105 seeks to repeal the 1987 Oregon law that forbids state agencies, including law enforcement, from using […]
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Measure 106: Vote No
Prohibits using public funds for abortions
Right now, Oregon is one of three states requiring almost all insurance plans to cover the cost of an abortion, including people covered by the Oregon Health Plan. We agree with opponents of this measure, who claim that Measure 106 would represent a way to chip away at abortion rights in our state. The Measure […]
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Measure 103: Vote No
Bans taxes on groceries
Oregon has no statewide sales tax, and Oregonians, by and large, have tended to be fairly steadfast in not wanting to enact one. While Measure 103 might seem like a move in favor of preventing that for good through a constitutional amendment, it could have unintended consequences. Measure 103 would prevent the enactment or increase […]
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Measure 104: Vote No
Requires supermajority for all revenue-raising initiatives
When state legislators want to raise revenue in the form of new taxes, they’re required to obtain a three-fifths supermajority vote. That’s reasonable; not reasonable is extending that requirement for ALL new revenue-raising efforts, including raising state fees. Oregon has more than 2,400 fees, and to require a supermajority to raise any of them would […]
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Vote Amy Lowes for Deschutes County Commission position 1
It’s a dynamic time in Deschutes County. The region continues to experience rapid growth—and with that growth comes more pressure to deliver quality public safety and mental and public health services, in addition to managing diverse views about controversial topics such as land use and marijuana regulation. Dynamic times require dynamic leaders, and we believe […]
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Vote James Cook for Deschutes County Commission Position 3
Democrat James Cook is a small business owner and chair of the Redmond planning commission who has also served on Redmond’s budget and parks committees. Republican Patti Adair has been licensed as a Certified Public Accountant and is the county chair of the Deschutes County Republican Party. Cook’s actual experience and background is stronger. Both […]
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Malheur Verdict
A Slap in the Face to Law and Order
Last week’s stunning acquittal of Ammon Bundy and six of his followers who last winter took over the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge south of Burns was not only a slap in the face to law and order, but a dangerous precedent that sends the wrong message: that anyone who has an ax to grind over […]
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Election 2014 Endorsement Cheat Sheet
BEND CITY COUNCILOR 5: NATHAN BODDIE We are looking for councilors who we believe will better represent community values when they make decisions. BEND CITY COUNCILOR 6: LISA SEALES Overall we believe that Seales will fill the leadership and moderator gap that departing Jodie Barram leaves. CITY COUNCILOR 7: BARB CAMPBELL City council needs more […]