Editorial
Oregon is experiencing an economic revolution powered by advancements in technology, manufacturing, and infrastructure. The 117th Congress was among the most productive in memory with the passage of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, the CHIPS and Science Act, and the Inflation Reduction Act.
Oregon is facing an unprecedented mental health and substance use disorder crisis that’s wreaking havoc on communities across our state.
When my younger sister was just 15 years old, she became pregnant and received an abortion. It was a deeply personal and difficult decision. But it was the right one for her, because she had the freedom to choose how to approach a life-altering path. Her choice allowed her to make it through her teenage years without having to raise a child she wasn’t prepared for. And, when the time was right, she later became a mother to two beautiful children. But today, the freedom my sister exercised is not a guarantee for everyone.