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Charter reform advocates and opponents make their cases

Supporters and an opponent joined Straight Talk to discuss the upcoming ballot measure that could radically reshape Portland's city government. ....

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Pamplin Media Group - OVBC survey finds a citizenry on the sidelines

OVBC survey finds a citizenry on the sidelines, Local Opinion, Portland local Opinion, Breaking Opinion alerts for Portland city. ....

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The Skanner News - Ballot Measure to Overhaul City Government Promises Minority Representation While Facing Controversy

If Portland voters decide this November to ditch the at-large system of city government, the city will see a much higher rate of minority representation. ....

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The Skanner News - Ballot Measure to Overhaul City Government Promises Minority Representation While Facing Controversy

If Portland voters decide this November to ditch the at-large system of city government, the city will see a much higher rate of minority representation. ....

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Pamplin Media Group - Court hearing set of Portland charter ballot measure on Aug. 11.

Court hearing set of Portland charter ballot measure on Aug. 11., Local News, Portland local News, Breaking News alerts for Portland city. ....

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