Oregon spent an estimated $1.47B on services for undocumented immigrants in 2024, while saying there’s no money for roads, schools, or public safety. This highlight comes from the latest full episode of Oregon D.O.G.E. — watch on YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts.

Oregon lost 6,000 private sector jobs in June, yet state leadership is focused on writing letters to keep the Trail Blazers in town. Where’s the urgency for working Oregonians?

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Oregon has more money than ever before—yet leadership insists on raising revenue. Billions are spent on side projects while core needs like roads, bridges, and snow removal fall behind. Maybe it’s time to fund the essentials first.

From sawmills to tech giants, companies are leaving Oregon for states with friendlier business climates. Policies that drive jobs away don’t just hurt businesses — they hurt Oregon families too. It’s time to make Oregon a place where jobs stay.

In 2001, Oregon’s budget for two years was $34 billion. Today, it’s $140 billion — despite having a much smaller economy and population than states like Georgia. Where is all that money going?

Lakeview asked for $350,000 to repair a geothermal well that would power hospitals, prisons, and local homes. They were told no. Meanwhile, $15 million was approved for free legal aid for noncitizens. This is how Oregon’s budget priorities are being set.

Oregonians are tired of constant tax hikes disguised as “fees.” Leadership means fully funding core needs and cutting programs that don’t serve the mission. It’s time for real priorities, not endless tax fatigue.

Oregon’s governor wants a special session to double the payroll tax and raise registration fees

Oregon taxpayers are being told there’s no money for rural needs—while millions are spent elsewhere. Lawmakers lay bare how the budget really works, and who gets left behind.

Oregon just became the first state to allow striking public employees to collect unemployment—even while not providing the services your tax dollars pay for. Taxpayers fund the system. Now they’ll pay again when it breaks.

When the governor says she doesn’t need Republican votes—just warm bodies to fill chairs—you know something’s wrong. No transparency. No accountability. No answers for billion-dollar overruns. That’s not governance. That’s arrogance.

When Republicans quote Democrats word-for-word, it’s called disrespectful. But calling GOP proposals “grossly irresponsible”? That’s fine. This double standard is exactly why this podcast exists—to show how the sausage is made at the Capitol.

Lawmakers in Salem may see a 6¢ tax as minor—but for rural Oregonians, truckers, and small businesses, every cent compounds. The real cost? Living further from services, and paying more just to get there. It all adds up.

In Oregon, some programs spend nearly a million dollars to serve just six kids—while the officials running them pocket hundreds of thousands. Accountability isn’t an attack. It’s common sense.

Only 11% of Oregonians think the legislature is doing a good job. Maybe it’s because too many politicians represent special interests instead of the people who sent them. Affordability matters—your constituents are fleeing.

Starting in 2026, Portland will have the highest income tax rate in the nation. Leaders claim it’s for progress—but what’s left for the people trying to live, work, and retire here? The burden is growing, and it's pushing families out.

Oregon’s 9.9% income tax and local surcharges, and new "Sales" tax, make it one of the toughest states for small businesses and families. Meanwhile, tax-free states like Texas and Florida are drawing them away. At what point do Oregonians say: enough?

Portland’s tax rate is nearing 17% — making it one of the most expensive cities in the nation for events. Legislators explain how a $100M tax was sold with just $3M going to a rural program, pressuring members into tough votes.

Oregon’s government has billions in new revenue — but instead of easing the load, new policies will raise costs for truckers and consumers. Oregon truckers already pay the highest taxes in the nation. These rate hikes will ripple through every store shelf.

Oregon’s gas tax is jumping from 40 to 52 cents per gallon. Some say it’s needed, but we argue ODOT is doing too much for too many and focusing too little on roads and bridges.

Many of Oregon’s biggest problems are self-inflicted—and that means they’re fixable. Leaders call for a course correction: truth, accountability, and negotiation in good faith.