Voters in Oregon and Southwest Washington will be faced with several major decisions when ballots start arriving the week of Oct. 15. In Portland, voters will be electing new leaders under a new form of government. In swing districts north and south of the Columbia River, voters will also play a crucial role in deciding which party controls the U.S. House. Additionally, voters will have the opportunity to vote on a ballot measure that would provide every Oregonian with approximately $1,600 a year by taxing businesses.
To shed light on these important issues, OPB’s political team recently taped a special live episode of “OPB Politics Now”. During this episode, they discussed a wide range of topics, including the upcoming elections, the new form of government in Portland, and the potential impact of the ballot measure on Oregonians.
With so much at stake in the upcoming elections, voters are encouraged to research all candidates and ballot measures thoroughly before casting their votes. The decisions made by voters in Oregon and Southwest Washington will not only impact their local communities but also have far-reaching implications at the state and national level.
As ballots start arriving, voters are urged to stay informed and make their voices heard on the issues that matter most to them. The upcoming elections represent a critical opportunity for residents to shape the future of their communities and have a say in important political decisions.
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