Legislative watch: Tax proposals under review, cap and invest moves forward, but faces long odds
After a whirlwind ten days, the legislature hones its agenda.
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After a whirlwind ten days, the legislature hones its agenda.
Executive orders. Immigration bans. Mass protests. The repeal of the Affordable Care Act — maybe. Nonstop presidential tweeting.
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Democratic presidential candidate Sen. Bernie Sanders will host a campaign rally today at the Salem Armory Auditorium.
From Statesman Journal:
Sanders is expected to give his stump speech, discussing the influence of money in politics, making public colleges tuition-free, fighting climate change and implementing universal health care.
The candidate is trailing former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton in the race to claim the Democratic nomination. Despite that, Sanders is posturing strongly in Oregon. The Salem rally will be his fourth campaign stop in the Beaver State — Hillary Clinton has not yet visited.
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Crowds gathered as early as 2 a.m. this morning, although doors don't open until 9:45 a.m. Sanders will speak at 12:45 p.m.
Expect delays during the morning commute.