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Who’s down with TPP?

How Oregon’s congressional delegates plan to vote If the Obama administration can build enough support for the Trans-Pacific Partnership, the trade deal will come to a vote this fall. But many representatives claim they are still undecided. Lori Wallach, ...

16 Aug 2016 - Emily Green
Report on violence against the homeless draws star power before Congress

Oscar award-winner Susan Sarandon may be most famous for her roles in “Thelma & Louise,” “Dead Man Walking,” and, of course, the cult-classic “Rocky Horror Picture Show.” However, her work and commitment extend far beyond her achievements on the silve ...

11 Aug 2014 - Rachel Cain
Talking pot, polls and politics with Earl Blumenauer

Congressman Earl Blumenauer has the veneer of a seasoned Beltway politician, trademark bowtie aside. But to his core, he’s a true Portlander. Much has been written about his enthusiasm and support of cycling, mass transit and civic engagement. But on a de ...

2 Jul 2014 - Jake Thomas
Food as a human right: how cuts to food stamps are hurting the next generation

Every few years, when Congress turns its watery eyes toward the nation’s subsidy-rich Farm Bill, it chomps hard on the bit that is food stamps. This year was no exception. Between the Democrat plans for $4 billion over 10 years, and the Republican goal of ...

13 Feb 2014 - Joanne Zuhl
On the job in Washington D.C.

U.S. Representative for Oregon’s 1st Congressional District, Suzanne Bonamici talks about her expectations for the coming year By Israel Bayer, Staff Writer U.S. Representative for Oregon’s 1st Congressional District, Suzanne Bonamici, is a leader who is ...

14 Feb 2013 - Street Roots Staff