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Justice in doubt: Oregonians expressing diminished confidence in legal justice system

DHM Panel January 2022   Our legal justice institutions-at the federal, state, and local levels-are essential for maintaining the rule of law and ensuring the fair administration of justice. Confidence in the courts and law enforcement is key to a functioning democracy. At the same time, these … [Read more...] about Justice in doubt: Oregonians expressing diminished confidence in legal justice system

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Opinions about camping and shelters in the Portland metro region

In recent days there has been interest in a question that DHM Research asked in the Portland Business Alliance's annual Jobs & Economy Survey. The question asked voters in the Portland metro region if they support or oppose requiring people who are currently living outside to sleep in shelters … [Read more...] about Opinions about camping and shelters in the Portland metro region

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Public education in a pandemic: Oregonians mostly positive, but polarized about hot-button issues

DHM Panel January 2022   While public education has always been a hotbed for political debate, disagreements about health and safety protocols, vaccination requirements, and critical race theory have turned the temperature up over the past few years. As we approached the two-year mark on the … [Read more...] about Public education in a pandemic: Oregonians mostly positive, but polarized about hot-button issues

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2022: Oregonians head into a pivotal election year in a sour mood 

DHM Panel January 2022    2022 is setting up to be a pivotal year in Oregon politics and government. The state picked up a sixth congressional district and for the first time in two decades there is a wide-open race for governor with no incumbent-or former governor-running. 2022 is also an … [Read more...] about 2022: Oregonians head into a pivotal election year in a sour mood 

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As COVID-19 Spreads in Oregon, So Does Negativity

  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

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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