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Portland Mayoral Candidates Raise Concerns Over Tax Burden but Offer Few Specific Solutions at Chamber Debate
Three top contenders say the City must retain high-earners and corporations.
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Ben Hufford Blames 18% Fee for Stalling Housing Development, Proposes Cutting Red Tape
An architect who’s running for council wants to cut costs for devvelopers.
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Jon Walker Proposes Minimum Service Ratio for Portland Non-Profits
Too much money is being lost to overhead costs, he says.
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Carmen Rubio Apologizes to Supporters
The City Commissioner and mayoral candidate says she’s sorry for racking up over 150 traffic violations.
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Eli Arnold Suggests Victim Check-In Policy for Portland Police
Portland police officer and District 4 candidate Eli Arnold has proposed a new policy for the Portland Police Bureau. In an Instagram video, Arnold suggested that officers who respond to a call should be required to follow up with the victim during their next shift, regardless of whether it’s necessary for evidentiary purposes. He referred…
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Mingus Mapps: “As a Black Man, If I Had Over 150 Traffic Violations, I’d Be in Jail.”
The mayoral hopeful responds to news reports that rival Rubio has a troubled traffic record.
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Powerful Business PAC Unveils Picks for Portland City Council
The well-funded group is expected to play an influential role in the 2024 election.
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Voter Pamphlet Deadline Brings Endorsement Blitz
Endorsement Are Expected to Play a Crucial Role in Helping Voters Navigate a Crowded Ballot
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Chad Lykins Refunds Donations After Questions Arise About Campaign Finance Laws
Willamette Week story raises concerns about campaign finance violations.
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New Grassroots Group, 12 for PDX, Announces Endorsements
The volunteer-run organization wants to help Portlanders make informed choices