"It kind of does seem a little bit like some of these elected [officials] are more beholden to corporations and corporate interests than they are to the interests of everyday Oregonians," Gisbert said. "We are super committed in instituting some degree of corporate tax justice."
Cash payments with no strings attached are gaining popularity in the United States as a way to support vulnerable populations. Guaranteed basic income programs piloted across the nation have found that recipients, who are typically low-income, spend the money on rent, groceries, and transportation.
The Oregon Rebate would benefit all residents, making it more similar to a universal basic income. While Democrats are typically the primary supporters of basic income programs...
Despite the opposition from lawmakers, it's not up to them. Ballot measures give residents a chance to vote directly on an issue.
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