No. 05 · Aug 2026
Not-So-Imminent Eminent Domain – Blank Check Report #5
Oregon should reform its eminent domain laws to narrow the scope of its use. Can the government take… Read More
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No. 6 · August 2026
They’re Coming for Your Wallet – Blank Check Report #6
Despite recent tax increases being shot down historically, Salem is back with more tax proposals. BREAKING NEWS: leaders in Salem are tone deaf. This isn’t surprising by any means, but this week, The Oregonian obtained documents listing 50 tax increase options… Read More
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No. 04 · Aug 2026
The OFC Blank Check Report #4
“He who marches out of step hears a different drum.” Read More
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No. 03 · Jul 2026
The OFC Blank Check Report #3
“He who marches out of step hears a different drum.” Read More
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No. 02 · Jul 2026
The OFC Blank Check Report #2
“He who marches out of step hears a different drum.” Read More
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No. 01 · Jul 2026
The OFC Blank Check Report #1
“He who marches out of step hears a different drum.” Read More
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