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League of Women Voters of Portland

Testimony

League members often testify to Portland City Council about important local issues. Our most recent testimony is here.

You can see all our testimony in recent years by clicking below on the following issues:

Accountability and transparency in government

Affordable housing

Campaign Finance Reform

Environmental protection

Police Oversight

Portland Utility Board (Water)

Urban Renewal

Recent Posts

  • Climate Action! Here and Now
  • 101 Years, Making Democracy Work
  • Watch the video: From Houseless to Housing
  • NEW Directory of Elected Officials!
  • FEBRUARY: From Houseless to Housing
  • Participation, not violence

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Help us make democracy work!

The League of Women Voters works to increase understanding of public policy issues and to influence particular policies through education and advocacy.

Make a tax-deductible donation to our Education Fund to support our Voters’ Guide, election forums and civic education.

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Make a non-tax-deductible donation to support the League’s advocacy efforts and operations.

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In 2020, 23 of 41 candidates for Portland Mayor, City Commissioner, or Auditor opted in to the Open & Accountable Elections program. 3 out of 4 winning candidates had opted in - evidence that it is possible to win an election in Portland without backing from mega-donors. https://t.co/Frds2k89u9

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Candidates for PDX Mayor, City Commissioner or Auditor who agree to accept only campaign contributions of $250 or less from individuals get matched donations 6:1 from the OAE program. Aim: Encourage candidates who are other than white, male, and wealthy. https://t.co/w7Fplcp4Hc https://t.co/NZd52cpVJo

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Portland’s Open & Accountable Elections program enables candidates to run for Mayor, Auditor, or City Commissioner without accepting large contributions. Instead, their small contributions are matched by the OAE Fund. In 2020, 3 of 4 winning candidates opted in. https://t.co/QWXe15YFc3

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Voting Information

OREGON DROP SITES ARE UNDER "YOUR POLLING PLACE"!

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Upcoming Events

2021 Legislative Session: League members will follow legislative committee meetings and may testify on proposed legislation, according to our advocacy positions. Likewise, LWVPDX members will follow the meetings of the Portland City Council and the Multnomah County Commission.

February 2021: The recording of our panel discussion on services for homeless individuals and families is posted. Find the link for From Homeless to Housing at the top of the homepage on this website.

February 14, 2021 – The 101st anniversary of the founding of the League of Women Voters! We have accomplished a lot and are still very active in Empowering Voters and Defending Democracy.

During January and February 2021, LWVPDX members will be working on “program planning” for our 2021-22 League year. This involves planning for in-depth studies of current critical issues and topics for civic education events.

April 2021: LWVPDX will prepare voting guides and videos of candidate interviews and/or forums for school board and special district candidates running in the May 2021 election.

Help us make democracy work!

Make a tax-deductible donation to our Education Fund to support our Voters’ Guide, election forums and civic education.

Education Fund Donation

 

 

 

Make a non-tax-deductible donation to support the League’s advocacy efforts and operations.

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  • Home
  • Contact Us
  • Join Us
    • Join a Discussion Unit
    • Gift Memberships in LWV Portland
  • Donate
    • Ways to Support LWVPDX
  • Advocate
    • Action Committee
    • Testimony
      • Recent Testimony and Action
    • League Positions
    • LWV Positions on 2020 Ballot Measures
    • Contact Elected Officials
  • Learn
    • Programs/Events – Free and Open to the Public
    • Highlights Videos from Civic Panel Discussions
    • Studies
    • LWV YouTube Videos
    • Join a Discussion Unit
    • Coloring Pages for Kids +
  • Vote
    • Voters’ Guide
    • Guia del Votante – Elecciones Generales 2020
    • November 3, 2020 General Election Information
      • 2020 Video Voters’ Guide
      • 2020 Video Voters’ Forums
      • 2020 Ballot Measures
      • 2020 Candidates: US Senate & Congress
      • 2020 Oregon Statewide Candidates
      • 2020 Candidates for Oregon Legislature
      • 2020 Candidates for OR & Multnomah Courts
      • 2020 Candidates for Metro & City Positions
      • 2020 Candidates for Special Districts
      • LWV Positions on 2020 Ballot Measures
    • Register to vote
    • Property Taxes, Compression & Ballot Measures
    • Vote 411 Instructions
    • Submit Your Ballot
    • Oregon Political Parties
    • Contact Elected Officials
    • August 11, 2020 Portland Special Election
    • May 19, 2020 Primary Election
    • LWV YouTube Videos
  • Events
    • Programs/Events – Free and Open to the Public
    • Annual Program Planning
    • 2021 Program Planning
    • Program Planning 2020
    • 2020 Membership Business Meeting
    • 100 Years Strong
  • About
    • Contact Us
    • Our Mission
    • LWV 101 – League Basics
    • Our History
    • Nonpartisanship
    • League Documents
    • Meet the Board
    • Privacy Policy

Previous posts

  • Home
  • Contact Us
  • Join Us
    • Join a Discussion Unit
    • Gift Memberships in LWV Portland
  • Donate
    • Ways to Support LWVPDX
  • Advocate
    • Action Committee
    • Testimony
      • Recent Testimony and Action
    • League Positions
    • LWV Positions on 2020 Ballot Measures
    • Contact Elected Officials
  • Learn
    • Programs/Events – Free and Open to the Public
    • Highlights Videos from Civic Panel Discussions
    • Studies
    • LWV YouTube Videos
    • Join a Discussion Unit
    • Coloring Pages for Kids +
  • Vote
    • Voters’ Guide
    • Guia del Votante – Elecciones Generales 2020
    • November 3, 2020 General Election Information
      • 2020 Video Voters’ Guide
      • 2020 Video Voters’ Forums
      • 2020 Ballot Measures
      • 2020 Candidates: US Senate & Congress
      • 2020 Oregon Statewide Candidates
      • 2020 Candidates for Oregon Legislature
      • 2020 Candidates for OR & Multnomah Courts
      • 2020 Candidates for Metro & City Positions
      • 2020 Candidates for Special Districts
      • LWV Positions on 2020 Ballot Measures
    • Register to vote
    • Property Taxes, Compression & Ballot Measures
    • Vote 411 Instructions
    • Submit Your Ballot
    • Oregon Political Parties
    • Contact Elected Officials
    • August 11, 2020 Portland Special Election
    • May 19, 2020 Primary Election
    • LWV YouTube Videos
  • Events
    • Programs/Events – Free and Open to the Public
    • Annual Program Planning
    • 2021 Program Planning
    • Program Planning 2020
    • 2020 Membership Business Meeting
    • 100 Years Strong
  • About
    • Contact Us
    • Our Mission
    • LWV 101 – League Basics
    • Our History
    • Nonpartisanship
    • League Documents
    • Meet the Board
    • Privacy Policy
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