Oregon Politics Live June 28th, 2026: Can Oregon Lower Its Costs? Minimum Wage, Business Reform & the Ross Island Algae Fix
Can Oregon lower costs without creating new problems for workers and businesses? This episode examines the state’s minimum-wage increase, broader business reforms, and a proposed solution to recurring algae blooms near Ross Island.
Oregon Politics Live June 27th, 2026: Can Oregon Fix Its Economy? Kotek’s Prosperity Plan, Campaign Cash & Lloyd Center
Can Oregon improve its economy through lower taxes, less regulation, and more development-ready land? This episode reviews Gov. Tina Kotek’s Prosperity Council, campaign contributions, state government accountability, education policy, and the future of the Lloyd Center.
Oregon Politics Live June 26th, 2026: $450M in Data Center Tax Breaks—and Taxpayers May Fund the Moda Center
Who should pay for the Moda Center renovation, and are Oregon’s data-center tax breaks delivering enough public value? This episode also covers economic-development reform, alcohol-related deaths among older Oregonians, and the Willamette Falls redevelopment project.
Oregon Politics Live June 17th, 2026: Can Oregon Attract Young Workers? Plus River Shuttles, Healthcare & School Funding
Can Oregon attract more young workers and reverse the effects of an aging population? This episode also looks at river shuttles, healthcare transparency, Oregon’s maternal healthcare debate, school funding, and public officials’ travel spending.