Portland voters approved a strict campaign finance law. A city watchdog wants to soften it
The auditor's pitch alarmed advocates who have worked to curb the influence of money in politics.
‘Exceedingly close call’ of illegality in Gonzalez’s Wikipedia edits, Portland auditor says; calls for state investigation
Commissioner Rene Gonzalez, widely considered a top candidate in the mayoral race, spent $6,400 to "refresh" his Wikipedia page.
Facing a Budget Crunch, Portland’s Small Donor Elections Program Explores Loosening Rules
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Emilie Boyles Misspent Portlanders’ Money, Then Decamped for Montana