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January 18, 2023

Opinion

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Tina Kotek is smiling and sitting at a desk.

Kaia Sand | Gov. Kotek’s executive orders provide a strong vision for state-wide action

OPINION | Responsibilties of the state in addressing the homelessness crisis
By
Kaia Sand
January 18, 2023
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An illustration of a house atop a pile of coins.

Opinion | Confronting wealth disparity is key to addressing the housing crisis

The state's lowest earners struggle to afford housing, deep wealth inequality persists
By
Tyler Mac Innis
January 17, 2023

Social Justice

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Congress provides new funding stability to IHS

Congress announces long-awaited advance funds for Indian Health Service, but ongoing underfunding is problematic
By
Melanie Henshaw
January 18, 2023
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Downtown Potbelly workers push for union recognition

Workers say they’re organizing to improve workplace conditions, get better pay and have union protections
By
Aurora Biggers
January 18, 2023

Vendor Profiles

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A cutout photo of Jack Van Dyke holding up keys. A quote next to him says, “I want to thank everyone involved in Street Roots and give them all a group hug."

Street Roots vendor profile | Wisdom from elders and support for the youth

Vendor Jack Van Dyke is ambitious about his future
By
Meg Eberle
January 18, 2023
Cover of Street Roots January 18, 2023 issue. Large text says, "Funding stability for Indian Health Service. Portland area clinics feel the impacts of funding woes, but new Congressional funding may provide stability." A large stethoscope with the logo of
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