Jeff Mapes

Oregon Tobacco Tax Supporters Bracing For Expensive Political Fight

Supporters of a proposed $2-a-pack increase in Oregon tobacco taxes are continuing to stockpile money as they face the prospect of one of the most expensive political campaigns in state history.

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Jeff Mapes

Measure to Ban State Funding for Abortion Qualifies for Oregon Ballot

After three failed attempts, a grass-roots group has landed the initiative on the ballot, setting up an election battle over abortion in a pro-choice state.

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Jeff Mapes

If Measure 101 Fails, Cuts Could Range From Health Care To Schools

If Oregon voters reject new health care taxes on Jan. 23, legislators will have to scramble.

The big issues: Will they figure out ways to get the needed money or do people on Medicaid face big cuts? And could the budget pain even extend to schools?

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Jeff Mapes

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Jeff Mapes

Oregon Tobacco Tax Supporters Bracing For Expensive Political Fight

Measure to Ban State Funding for Abortion Qualifies for Oregon Ballot

If Measure 101 Fails, Cuts Could Range From Health Care To Schools