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Calls to reform how citizen initiatives get on the crowded Portland ballot and become law

City Councilor: “It ties our hands to govern.” ....

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Portland progressives, disappointed by referendum losses, want work to continue on key issues

Meanwhile, the City Council will move forward with its search for a city manager following the defeat of Question 2 and may consider changes to the referendum process. ....

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Portland's strong mayor, minimum wage proposals failing in early results

Voters had the final say Tuesday on the fate of 13 ballot questions that include changes to city government and an $18 minimum wage by 2025. ....

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Opponents of Portland referendums hold significant fundraising advantage

More than $1.1 million has been raised to fight a slate of referendums before city voters, while just over $100,000 has been raised to support them. ....

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Opponents of Portland referendums hold on to significant fundraising advantage

More than $1.1 million has been raised to fight a slate of referendums before city voters, while just over $100,000 has been raised to support them. ....

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