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The Center Must Hold. Oregon Politicians Should Return to It.

Going far afield with wild claims about pedophilia is way too out there.
by The Source Staff

Not long ago, the Deschutes Republicans sent out an email that demonstrated some wild swings in rationality. At the top of the email, it came out in favor of a bill—now defeated in the Oregon House—by Rep. Jack Zika (R-Redmond) that aimed to restore the balance of power in state government by allowing the state […]

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‘Student Success Act’ on its way to Gov. Brown’s Desk

HB 3427 passed along party lines after the Senate Republicans came back to the floor Monday
Chris Miller

On May 13, the Oregon Senate passed House Bill 3427—the multibillion-dollar education funding plan—along party lines 18-11 with Jackie Winters (R-Salem) excused. The “No” votes included Sen. Tim Knopp (R-Bend). If Gov. Kate Brown signs the bill into law, it’s estimated to bring in about $1 billion per year in additional revenue for schools from […]

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Oregon’s Republicans Should Get a Thumbs-Up for Coming Out Against Hate

The Source Staff

On Nov. 16, Oregon House Republican leaders issued a statement urging Oregonians to stand together in the wake of a divided election season. House Republican Leader Mike McLane and Deputy Leader Greg Barreto’s press release included these statements: “Over the past week our state has witnessed an increase in ugly rhetoric and violent behavior. Protests […]

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