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"OPB Politics Now" is a weekly podcast that takes a deep dive into the hottest political topics in Oregon and the Northwest. Every Friday, OPB’s political reporters and special guests offer in-depth analysis, discussion and insight into candidates, events and issues.

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Earlier this week, The US Supreme Court heard arguments in a case challenging a Mississippi law related to voting by mail. At the same time, President Donald Trump is pushing Congress to pass a new law that would require proof of citizenship for all ... more

On this week's episode of OPB Politics Now, we hand the mic to our friends at The Evergreen.  Producer Julie Sabatier went to Salem with OPB politics reporter Lauren Dake to see what session was like. Take a listen. We'll be back next week with a new... more

The 2026 short legislative session is over. In just over a month, lawmakers passed so many bills it was nearly impossible to keep track of it all. They moved a gas tax vote to the May election. They spent big to keep the Trail Blazers in Portland. Th... more

Each year, Oregon school districts look to the state legislature to help patch funding gaps, maintain academic standards, and not create more budget problems with new mandates. As the sun sets on this year’s legislative session in Salem, it appears t... more

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Dag Robinson
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Tim Scott
Election director in Multnomah County
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Episode: Vote by mail remains in the national conversation: Is it safe?
Cassie Wilson
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Episode: Going behind the scenes at the Oregon State Capitol
Elizabeth Snyder
State Treasurer of Oregon
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Episode: Going behind the scenes at the Oregon State Capitol
Lucio Vasquez
Breaking news reporter in Texas for The Texas Newsroom
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Episode: OPB Politics Now: President Trump's push for the military in U.S. cities ramps up in courts, streets
Arceli Gómez-Aldana
Reporter at WBEZ, Chicago Public Media
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Episode: OPB Politics Now: President Trump's push for the military in U.S. cities ramps up in courts, streets
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Owner of Topaz Farm
Topaz Farm
Episode: Explaining Oregon’s farm stand rules kerfuffle
Kate Lieber
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Lauren Dake
OPB Politics reporter
Dirk VanderHart
OPB Politics Reporter, OPB
Bryce Dole
OPB Politics Reporter

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 251 ratings
  • Oregon Timber

    Oregon is a beautiful state and the people are hospitable and generous in deed and thought BUT I honestly do not feel any sympathy for the mostly Republican voters in the Oregon timber industry.

    Trump told you outright (twice) he wanted to gut federal funding to states and sell off public lands for profit, stop public land management, end federal funding of forestry, emergency funding and management, and gut education, gut medicaid, and sell all the gold in Fort Knox, etc...

    Trump’s adminis... more

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    Windy13007
    United States7 months ago
  • Must follow if you live in Oregon

    Fantastic show that is a must listen to if you live in Oregon.

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    mulderc
    United States8 months ago
  • Informative Facts Checked

    Refreshing fact checked local and national news. Minus the advertising, NPR & OPB are my go to evening and morning news addiction. Good solid reporting. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Windy13007
    United States2 years ago
  • Disappointing

    Always assumes the left view is the only and right view.

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    Seize the coffee
    United States2 years ago
  • Crisp Conversations

    Important, informed reporting. Your conversations will improve when everyone dumps the lazy lingo: “Pretty much,” “you know,” “right?” Be clear, crisp, concise.

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Some listeners feel coverage can tilt left on controversial issues, prompting calls for more balanced debate.
Fact-checked, solid reporting with clear perspectives, generally positive about host pacing and clarity.
Listeners frequently praise the expertise of veteran reporters and the depth of policy context.
Consistently informative and local-focused reporting, appreciated for balance and depth.
Oregon Timber: mixed views with strong regional focus but noticeable partisan bias in some comments.

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The politics of Gov. Kotek’s special session on transportation funding
Q: What do we know about the chances that this bill just gets referred to voters?
If this bill passes, there might be momentum for a signature-gathering campaign to refer the bill to voters, although past similar proposals have failed substantially.
The politics of Gov. Kotek’s special session on transportation funding
Q: How do you see this playing out politically for the Democrats?
There's a risk if they do pass the bill, as it may hinder their credibility in next year's elections if voters view them as not governing responsibly.
The politics of Gov. Kotek’s special session on transportation funding
Q: What do you know about those roles or who those people are?
Most of those laid off will be maintenance workers at ODOT responsible for road upkeep, which will result in diminished maintenance services across the state.
Explaining Oregon’s farm stand rules kerfuffle
Q: Can you break down who was in favor of the changes, who was against?
Supporters included land conservation groups like 1000 Friends of Oregon, while farmers involved in agritourism and the Oregon Property Owners Association opposed the changes.
Explaining Oregon’s farm stand rules kerfuffle
Q: What prompted DLCD to consider changing these rules in the first place?
DLCD was responding to complaints from farmers and county planners about the current rules being unclear, leading to inconsistencies across counties.

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This program delivers in-depth analysis of Oregon and Pacific Northwest politics with weekly deep dives, hosted by seasoned OPB reporters and supplemented by guests. Episodes cover state legislation, local government, budgeting, elections, and policy debates, often balancing perspectives across the political spectrum while unpacking how federal decisions influence regional outcomes. A standout feature is its collaborative, reporter-driven format that reads like a factual briefing with grounded context, making it useful for listeners who want a nuanced understanding of state and regional politics and how it affects daily life in Oregon and nearby areas.

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