The Skanner News - Guaranteed Legal Help for Tenants in Eviction Cases Faces Strong Opposition from Some City, State Leaders

Voters will have an opportunity next month to decide whether to provide free legal representation to any renters facing eviction in Multnomah County. Critics – many of whom argue it’s the financing mechanism, not the intent, that they object to – have mounted a pricey opposition that includes all members of the Portland City Council

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