Charter Commission reviewing Portland's form of government
No other major city in the U.S. has a commission-style form of government like Portland's. Despite failed previous attempts, some are optimistic change is coming.
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No other major city in the U.S. has a commission-style form of government like Portland's. Despite failed previous attempts, some are optimistic change is coming.
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by Troy BrynelsonFeb, 14 2021 (Weekend Edition Sunday / Oregon Public Broadcasting) Rep. Jaime Herrera Beutler, a Republican, has faced mixed reactions in her Washington state congressional district for her support of former President Donald Trump's impeachment. Above, Herrera Beutler speaks as the House debates an objection to the Electoral College vote in January. Image: House Television via AP Rep. Jaime Herrera Beutler thrust herself into the national spotlight on Friday when the Washington Republican came out with a stunning account of Donald Trump's actions on the day of the Capitol ins...
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