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Oregon
Measure 97 backers take their campaign to the Oregon Legislature
The union-backed coalition wants corporate tax transparency — and for big corporations to pay their fair share.
Oregon
Union coalition gets ready for Round Two
Fair Shot will push a minimum wage and tougher laws on wage theft and racial profiling in 2016.
Oregon
Labor-backed alliance to push bold agenda in the state capitol
2015 could be a breakthrough year for pro-worker legislation
Workers Rights
Labor steps up big-time to help pass paid Eugene sick leave
Supporters vow to hold County Commissioners accountable for attempt to thwart Eugene
Workers Rights
Eugene could be next to guarantee paid sick days
A labor-community coalition is finding City Council support for an ordinance
Workers Rights
Sick leave ordinance will take effect in City of Portland Jan. 1
Backers plan to push for statewide legislation in 2015.
Portland
Unanimous City Council: Portland workers will have sick leave
How a labor and community alliance improved life for over 250,000 workers
Workers Rights
Union-backed coalition calls on Portland to require paid sick leave
A proposed ordinance could make the City a pioneer on human rights and public health
