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Federal government sued again over 2020 response to Portland protests
Protesters injured by federal law enforcement officers in Portland during the summer of 2020 say they’re still seeking accountability for constitutional rights violations, according to a federal lawsuit filed in U.S. District Court late Tuesday. During July 2020, “the federal government unleashed unprecedented and sustained violence and intimidation on the people of Portland,” the lawsuit states.
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Measure 112 passes, removing slavery language from Oregon Constitution
Oregon voters are poised to approve a measure that strips language from the state’s constitution allowing for slavery and involuntary servitude when used as a punishment for a crime.
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Measure 112 would remove slavery, involuntary servitude provision of Oregon Constitution
Proponents say the measure is a statement of values. Some in law enforcement oppose it because they worry it would affect jail and prison work programs.
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Supreme Court ends Trump emoluments lawsuits, leaving constitutional questions unanswered
The Supreme Court has brought an end to lawsuits over whether Donald Trump illegally profited off his presidency

Think Out Loud
An Affordable Electric Car | More Gun Control In Oregon? | Darcelle XV
We'll talk to the man who wants to bring a new, cheaper electric vehicle. Two Oregon lawmakers join us to discuss possible legislative action in response to the massacre in Orlando and other mass shootings. And we end the hour with a conversation with the oldest living performing drag queen in the country.

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Constitutional Age Limit Bars Some Oregon Judges From Candidacy
An obscure age limit prevents some Oregonians from running for office.

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Young People Sue Obama Over Climate Change
Eleven young Oregonians are part of a climate change lawsuit brought against the Obama administration, charging that failure to act to prevent catastrophic climate change violates their rights.

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Winning Lincoln High School Constitution Team Talks Civics
TUESDAY: Members of Lincoln's Constitution team discuss civics education in light of a new poll suggesting Oregon voters are woefully lacking knowledge in the subject.