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Local

Think global. Act local. It’s where democracy is most hands-on.

Portland

City staff give green light to Union Cab

Sep 28, 2012

Staff are recommending approval of a worker-owned taxi co-op, and sweeping reform of taxi rules.

Politics

Laborers 483 backs Jefferson Smith for mayor

Sep 20, 2012

The local represents City workers who maintain streets, parks, and water treatment.

Clackamas County

Anti light rail measure passes Clackamas County

Sep 20, 2012

Labor defends light rail, but it’s not enough.

Politics

Breakthrough: City of Portland commits to build union, and use minority workers and contractors

Sep 18, 2012

New “community benefits agreement” uses public construction spending as a public policy tool

No Picture
Clackamas County

NW Oregon Labor Council endorses Lehan for Clackamas County chair

Aug 1, 2012

She’s up against Tea Party candidate John Ludlow to head Oregon’s third-largest county.

Clackamas County

Groener named to Clackamas Community College board

May 29, 2012

The UFCW rep says he will run for re-election.

Portland

To halt layoffs and rescue schools, Mayor Adams dips into little-known internal funds

May 15, 2012

City workers sigh relief, but wonder: Why a budget rollercoaster when money there all along?

No Picture
Portland

Building Trades’ John Mohlis reappointed to PDC board

May 15, 2012

At PDC, Mohlis has pushed for minority contracting and apprenticeship training.

Politics

A union guide to the Portland mayor’s race

May 2, 2012

Each of the three leading candidates has some labor support.

Politics

Labor split over Fritz, Nolan for Portland City Council

May 2, 2012

Both incumbent Amanda Fritz and challenger Mary Nolan were once union-represented workers.

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