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Kitzhaber Proposes 10-Year Budgeting
TRANSITION WATCH: Oregon's Governor-elect wants long-term fiscal planning, Iowa's new governor criticizes a key legislative leader, and other news of the historic shift in power in the states.more -
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Despite Debt Fears, Voters OK Most State Bond Measures
Where borrowing was on the ballot Tuesday, voters usually said yes. Meanwhile, Colorado affirmed its ability to issue debt.more -
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Early and Absentee Voting Erode Election Day Tradition
Polling day at the court house may be a revered institution of American democracy, but it's one that is steadily fading away.more -
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The Not-So-Dependable Sales Tax
In a recession, people cut back on buying things they don't really need. States that depend heavily on sales tax revenue for their budgets have been hit hard as a result.more -
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How Many Ex-Governors Will Win?
TODAY'S TAKE: In a campaign season marked by an anti-establishment mood, five former governors with a combined 40 years in office will be on the ballot next week, potentially bucking the trend. But at least one, Maryland Republican Robert Ehrlich, has substantial ground to make up. The others appear to be ahead or are locked in close contests.more -
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The Buying and Selling of Legal Marijuana
Of the 14 states with medical marijuana laws on the books, half of them leave unresolved the question of how patients are supposed to get the seeds to grow their plants. Some state governments, which once were reticent to allow dispensaries, have started to reconsider.more -
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More Bad Budget News in Oregon
TODAY'S TAKE: Revenues continue to fall off a cliff in Oregon. On Thursday (Aug. 26), the state economist announced a new $378 million shortfall in the current two-year budget. Meanwhile, corporations could receive a tax rebate despite the state's lack of money. more
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Oregon Tax Hikes Don't Stop Revenue Bleeding
When Oregon voters approved tax hikes on corporations and the wealthy in January, the move was supposed to help the state avoid big budget cuts. But an expected surge in revenue never materialized. As Oregon slashes funding for key programs, Republicans want to make sure Democrats pay a price at the polls in November. more
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Five Ex-Governors on Ballot in November
TODAY'S TAKE: Voters' choice of Roy Barnes in the Democratic primary for Georgia governor on Tuesday (July 20) means that all five former governors who are running for their old jobs this year will be on the ballot in November. What is less certain is how they will fare. more
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Will Oregon Voters Opt for Kitzhaber a Third Time?
Democrats don't usually lose in Oregon. But a season of voter anger - and an unusual Republican challenger - may be reason enough to place John Kitzhaber's comeback plans in some doubt.more
