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As COVID-19 Spreads in Oregon, So Does Negativity

With the rise of COVID-19 cases this summer, Oregonians’ mood is increasingly negative. Barely one-third of Oregonians think the state is headed in the right direction, worries about personal finances ...

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Oregonians weigh in about COVID-19 vaccination requirements, September 11th and Afghanistan

More and more, governments and businesses are requiring COVID-19 vaccination. In Oregon Governor Brown has mandated vaccines for healthcare workers and educators. This week President Biden announced vaccine mandates for ...

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Climate Change Changes Few Minds

Each year in March (apart from the chaotic month of March 2020) DHM Research asks Oregonians questions about their perceptions of the environment in anticipation of Earth Day. In this ...

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Oregonians Weigh in on Legislative Policy, COVID-19 Vaccinations, and School Re-Openings

COVID-19 hasn’t slowed down the Oregon Legislature. Zoom hearings and all, legislators a deep into policy debates. For our March 2021 survey, DHM Research checked in with Oregonians about some ...

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John Horvick: What you should know about age demographics and Oregon

Age may just be a number, but it’s certainly playing a role in determining our elected officials and their priorities. John Horvick January 20, 2021 Published by The Oregon Way ...

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Numbers Suggest Choppy Waters Ahead for Addressing Oregon’s Challenges

Although the divisive 2020 election may be over and there are just a few weeks left in a year of unprecedented challenges, don’t assume it is going to be smooth sailing for Oregon in 2021.

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COVID-19 Concerns Continue

Months have passed since COVID-19 initially spread across the globe. The response and feelings towards the pandemic have greatly varied depending on location and belief systems. Many people have come ...

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Oregonians Across State View Homelessness as a Top Priority

Homelessness is an important and urgent concern among Oregonians across the state. Fully half of Oregonians believe leaders should make solving homelessness their top priority and they place responsibility squarely ...

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A Change We Aren’t Prepared For

Reports of warmer weather, rising sea levels, and the increase of extreme natural events have all been indicators of global climate change. However, many people continue to question whether there ...