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 are on the rise, and negative feelings about Governor Brown are at a record high. These … [Read more...] about As COVID-19 Spreads in Oregon, So Does Negativity
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 all federal workers and businesses with 100 or more employees. For our … [Read more...] about Oregonians weigh in about COVID-19 vaccination requirements, September 11th and Afghanistan
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 year's survey, we find that perceptions of climate change have changed little despite a historic wildfire … [Read more...] about Climate Change Changes Few Minds
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 of the issues that the Legislature is considering. We also asked how Oregonians are feeling about the … [Read more...] about Oregonians Weigh in on Legislative Policy, COVID-19 Vaccinations, and School Re-Openings
Numbers Suggest Choppy Waters Ahead for Addressing Oregon’s Challenges
DHM/OVBC Survey Results November 9, 2020 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. A recent poll found 80% of Oregonians are ending the year worried … [Read more...] about Numbers Suggest Choppy Waters Ahead for Addressing Oregon’s Challenges
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 to adopt new behaviors to help us overcome the risk of exposure to the virus. However, the effects … [Read more...] about COVID-19 Concerns Continue
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 on the shoulders of local and state government leaders. The public views mental … [Read more...] about Oregonians Across State View Homelessness as a Top Priority
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 is enough evidence to support the claim that climate change exists. Regardless of people's view on … [Read more...] about A Change We Aren’t Prepared For