Politics Archives July 2024
JD Vance’s night but Trump’s party, Jan. 6 curtain call, Trump health still under wraps: RNC takeaways from day 3
Republican Super PAC spent $550K to sway outcome in Oregon Democratic congressional primary
Portland Commissioner Rene Gonzalez called 911 to report ‘light assault’ after encounter on MAX train
Oregon prosecutors won’t charge state Democratic Party leaders, convicted crypto exec with breaking campaign finance law
Democrats post huge fundraising hauls for contested congressional seats
After Portland’s teacher strike and statewide budget cuts, Kotek backs ‘significant’ changes to school funding formula
Federal bridge grant toward replacing I-5 span is largest by far among dozens awarded
Multnomah County’s new vision, mission statements cost $250,000
Portland commissioner, already provided 24/7 security, receives enhanced protection following online threat
Unity at the RNC, knocks on Trump’s prosecutions and Senate politics: Takeaways from day 2
Closed-door sessions on Multnomah County’s post-Measure 110 plans draw pointed pushback
Supreme Court could see term limits, ethics code under new Biden proposal
Former Multnomah County Commissioner Loretta Smith launches bid for Portland City Council
Steadfast, scrappy, compassionate: Oregon leaders salute Peter Courtney as a leader and person
Longtime Senate President Peter Courtney, a pivotal figure in Oregon politics, dies at 81
Readers respond: Poor choices lead to consequences
Trump’s grand RNC entrance, a VP pick and the new GOP: Takeaways from day 1
Biden to propose 5% annual cap on rent increases
Donald Trump says Ohio Sen. JD Vance will be his vice presidential pick
Former Multnomah County chair hired as chief of staff to new Portland Public Schools superintendent
Readers respond: Pride and denial aren’t a winning strategy
Judge Cannon dismisses Donald Trump classified documents case over special-counsel appointment
7 things you need to know about Portland’s effort to update or replace Keller Auditorium
Readers respond: Focus on Kotek’s agenda
Readers respond: Many end life on their own terms
Readers respond: Double standard for war protests
‘Died a hero’: Pa. governor IDs man killed at Trump rally as former fire chief
Readers respond: Move forward with integrity
Readers respond: Not what Jesus would do
What we know about the 20-year-old suspect in the apparent assassination attempt of Donald Trump
Editorial cartoons for July 14, 2024: Biden’s campaign crisis, Trump and Project 2025
Donald Trump releases statement describing bullet hitting his ear in apparent assassination attempt
Biden says ‘everybody must condemn’ attack on Trump, hopes to speak with ex-president soon
Secret Service counterassault team took out shooter at Trump rally, sources tell AP
President Joe Biden speaks on violence against Trump; ‘No place in America for this’
How it happened: Gunshots ring out at Trump rally; 2 dead; former president ‘safe’
Trump rally photos: Secret Service leaps into action after gunshots
Trump rally-goer says it appeared someone in crowd was shot
Trump campaign issues statement thanking law enforcement
Trump injured but 'fine' after assassination attempt; shooter, 1 other dead
American voters actually largely agree on many issues, including on topics like abortion, immigration
Feds award $1.5 billion toward replacement I-5 bridge
Wyden calls out Big Tech’s new approach to poaching talent, products from AI startups
Idaho, West Virginia ask Supreme Court to clarify if states can block transgender athletes from competitions
After overspending last year, an Oregon school district eyes unavoidable cuts, including layoffs
U.S., Canada reach new agreement on Columbia River hydropower, water
Biden says during press conference he’s going to ‘complete the job’ despite calls to bow out
Multnomah County to require drug users to get treatment referral at new drop-off deflection center
Biden flubs an important name on a day when he’s trying to reassure voters and his party
Portland-area officials OK new approach to curtail homelessness; it could fall apart in 3 months
Blumenauer calls for Biden to withdraw from the presidential race
Ron Wyden, fellow Democratic senator call for special investigation into Justice Clarence Thomas
Oregon ethics laws don’t bar First Lady Aimee Kotek Wilson from unpaid work in wife’s administration
Despite pushback, Oregon schools will require stand-alone classes on financial literacy, post-high school plans
Oregon needs to prohibit lottery-ticket sales scheme, lawmakers say
Metro appears poised to ask voters to extend homeless services tax, allow some proceeds to go to affordable housing
Elisabeth Linder dies at 96; son’s assassination by Contras thrust Portland mom into national spotlight
Readers respond: Presidential immunity should delay election
Readers respond: Expand ban on gas-powered leaf blowers
Readers respond: Moderate ticket could defeat Trump
Children’s hospital in Ukraine hit during heaviest bombardment in months
Some school summer programming paused in Portland area due to lack of air conditioning
President Biden sends letter to congressional Democrats, slamming those calling on him to end campaign
Readers respond: Judge candidates by their appointees
Readers respond: Supreme Court ended Portland’s excuse
Some Democratic leaders in the House say Biden should step aside
Second gentleman Doug Emhoff tests positive for COVID. Vice President Harris has tested negative
Disappearance of wolves had ripple effect on NW ecology, OSU study finds
Editorial: The uncomfortable questions Oregon Gov. Kotek won’t answer
Opinion: Supreme Court’s ruling in Grants Pass case draws a circle of exclusion
Readers respond: Find a new Democratic nominee
Editorial cartoons for July 7, 2024: Presidential debate fallout, SCOTUS immunity ruling, more
Readers respond: Couple chose to stay in control
This Democrat is now the best bet to beat Biden, oddsmakers say
Broken Records: Mayoral emails, collision reports, body-cam footage -- Public records tell a wide range of tales
Broken Records: Citizens face growing obstacles to public records — and NW legislators are making them worse
Oregon gets go ahead to offer free addiction services to incarcerated people nearing freedom
Bankruptcy and the Catholic Church: Steve Duin column
Biden rejects independent medical evaluation in ABC interview as he fights to stay in race
Poop shuts down Portland pool during heat wave; 4 public aquatic centers closed as city sizzles
How to watch ABC interview tonight with President Joe Biden: Time, TV channel, free live stream
Trump allies draft plan for ‘second American Revolution;’ former president says he’s not involved
Oregon voters will face few ballot measures this fall
President Biden works to reassure voters with TV interview, Wisconsin rally
Vatican finds critic of Pope Francis guilty of schism, excommunicates him
Readers respond: Public health response needed for gun violence
Readers respond: Supreme Court criminalizes poverty
Oregon Health Authority director’s decision to fire equity chief raises employee fears
Violent crime dropped this year, says FBI, despite political rhetoric
Why does Oregon have 3 different minimum wages?
Readers respond: Bad site for drug deflection
Readers respond: Debate didn’t obscure presidential character
To address homelessness, Portland cautiously moves forward with rekindled Multnomah County partnership
Portland plans aggressive crackdown on parking, vehicle registration scofflaws
Readers respond: Presidency is not a right
Readers respond: Increase criminal penalties for taggers
Portland proposes $175,000 payout to end homeless camping ban lawsuit
Readers respond: Dismal debate requires vital candidates
Portland to abandon promise of new district-based City Council offices by next year
Opinion: Attacks on Coquille tribe’s casino proposal undermine tribal sovereignty
Readers respond: Supreme indifference by justices
Readers respond: Minority of voters threaten democracy
Jury clears Oregon state senator, Legislature of whistleblower retaliation claim
3 things to know about Portland’s spat with Multnomah County over tents and tarps
Signature-gathering effort fails for measure that would have provided public money for private education
Oregon becomes 3rd state to expand free Medicaid to thousands more people
Vote on the design for Portland’s new $895 million Burnside Bridge
Commentary: Biden’s latest order may end long fight for immigrant family unity
Steve Bannon begins federal prison sentence on contempt charges
Supreme Court rules in Trump presidential immunity case
Readers respond: Council should approve a Keller renovation
Another Portland freeway will close this month to combat graffiti. Can the state stay ahead of taggers?
Readers respond: Keep nuclear in Northwest energy mix
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