Crosstabs

Bryan and Reagan are joined by Luke Harkins, the high-powered chief of staff for Rep. David Gomberg (D-Otis). The guys discuss how Oregon got several bipartisan infrastructure packages and the shared experience of staff in the legislature. Bryan’s mustache: This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.crosstabs.studio

Bryan and Reagan are joined by Rep. Vikki Breese Iverson to discuss the special session on wildfire funding, legislative days, and the lack of Christmas decorations at the Capitol. Bryan and Reagan create the ultimate roster of committees for the 2025 legislative session. * Oregon Department of Forestry Asks Treasury for $60 Million Loan * State Treasury Rejects Oregon Department of Forestry’s Req...

Co-Founder of 2 Towns Ciderhouse Aaron Sarnoff-Wood joins the podcast to provide the fascinating backstory on the HB 3610 Task Force on Alcohol Pricing and Addiction Services. * HB3296 2021 Regular Session - Oregon Legislative Information System * HB3312 2023 Regular Session - Oregon Legislative Information System * Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission : HB 3610 Task Force on Alcohol Pricing and...

Bryan and Reagan discuss a late change in results for HD 22, the implications of the superminority (yes it’s one word) for Republicans, Lori Chavez-DeRemer being rumored for Labor Secretary under President Trump, Biden Administration approval of an off reservation casino in Oregon, the most forgettable legislators, and new legislative leadership. This is a public episode. If you would like to disc...

Note: This episode was recorded before the updated results in HD 22. More on that in a later episode. Bryan and Reagan go a little bit (but not too much) deeper on election results. What does this mean for the future of Oregon Republicans? A big night for Republicans nationally, but not in Oregon - OPB This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access...

Bryan and Reagan break down the first batch of results from election night in Oregon. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.crosstabs.studio

Pollster John Horvick from DHM Research returns to the podcast. Bryan, Reagan, and John discuss the all important ballot return numbers and speculate on why ballots are coming in more slowly from Multnomah and Clackamas counties. * John Horvick on Twitter * Voters Slow to Return Ballots * Clackamas County ‘catching up’ on scanning ballots this week * Oregon’s universal basic income measure headed...

Will Lathrop, Republican candidate for Attorney General, joins the podcast to chat about his campaign. * Will Lathrop for Attorney General This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.crosstabs.studio

Hardworking author Jason Dudash joins the program to discuss his best selling book. * The Achievements of Kamala Harris * Republicans float a quiet conspiracy theory that Biden won't be on the ballot This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.crosstabs.studio

Tracy Cramer, State Representative for House District 22, joins the podcast to discuss her campaign. * Tracy Cramer * Oregon House of Representatives District 22 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.crosstabs.studio

John Masterman, Republican candidate for Oregon House District 48, joins the podcast to discuss his campaign. * John Masterman * Oregon House of Representatives District 48 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.crosstabs.studio

Mark McMullen joins the podcast to talk about his time as the longest-tenured Chief Economist for the State of Oregon (where he served four governors). Mark talks about both the Oregon economy and the broader national economy. Then Mark gives some insight into what he is doing as Vice President of Policy & Research at the Common Sense Institute . This is a public episode. If you would like to disc...

Ashley joins Bryan and Reagan to break down the headlines of buffoonery. The buffoons include the Secretary of State and her office, ODOT, DMV, and the ranked elections in Portland. The crew discusses the issues with Rule 27 and the allegations against Janelle Bynum. Reagan makes a prediction about control of the White House and Congress. * Scoop: Senate GOP privately predicts 52-seat majority * '...

Bryan and Reagan break down the Oregon House races that will make the difference between greater balance and a Democrat supermajority. * CNanalysis model on Oregon Legislative elections * Sen. Gelser tweet * Nick Walden Poublon’s weird tweet This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.crosstabs.studio

Bryan and Reagan break down the Oregon Senate races that will make the difference between more balance and a Democrat supermajority. * Landslide podcast from NPR * Altered Ceasefire Pledge Causes Discomfort Among City Council Candidates * Rep. Tawna Sanchez Outlines Proposal For New Alcohol Sales Tax * CNanalysis model on Oregon Legislative elections This is a public episode. If you would like to...

Bryan and Reagan discuss the lagging Republican fundraising in legislative races and a controversial memo from House Republicans. Then they make predictions about key statewide and congressional races in November. * With fundraising flagging, Oregon Republicans’ ambitions rely on Greg Walden * Dennis Linthicum on 2024 ballot measures * Tobias Read commercial * Will Lathrop commercial * Dan Rayfiel...

Bryan and Reagan are joined by State Rep. Emily McIntire (R-Eagle Point) and State Rep. Candidate Keri Lopez (R-Redmond) to do a deep dive on the state of education in Oregon. * Portland Public Schools quietly adopts rule barring teachers from ‘political or personal’ classroom displays * Another Portland area school district will consider closing some schools amid low enrollment * Could Oregon’s s...

Ashley Kuenzi joins the program to take us through the news. Her day job is as Communications Director for Oregon Senate Republicans and their campaign arm. Bryan, Ashley, and Reagan discuss Measure 118 campaign contributions, new national polling, drug crimes being made illegal gain, the state economist, and the state of the economy. * Measure 118 Campaign Reels in Its First Large Contribution—Fr...

Justin Martin joins Reagan on the program while Bryan is traveling. Justin represents the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde. They talk about Grand Ronde’s opposition to more casinos. Justin explains gambling law and the negative impacts of expansion. * In Oregon, a Bid for Urban Casinos Threatens a Gambling ‘Arms Race’ * Oregon Tribal Gaming Alliance * Online sports betting hurts consumers This i...

Longtime Libertarian Richard Burke joins the podcast. He brings his expertise on how third party candidates impact federal, state, and local campaigns. Richard, Bryan, and Reagan discuss RKF’s partial dropout and how it impacts Trump, a libertarian in CD 5, and the battle over Libertarian Party bylaws in Oregon. * ORS 248.009 Process for nominating candidates by minor political party * 1998 Oregon...

Senator Dick Anderson joins the podcast to discuss his accomplishments in his first term and what’s left to tackle for housing and transportation in his second term. * Senator Anderson delivers for his district and all of Oregon. * 2024 Statewide Housing Survey * Kamala Harris Wants to Give First-Time Homebuyers $25K. Is That a Good Idea? * On the south Oregon Coast, the Port of Coos Bay aims to b...

Reagan reads a mean tweet. Bryan and Reagan discuss the news about Measure 118, sanctuary state law, drug deflection programs, homeless bussing, and gambling. * Mean tweet Reagan read from Yes on Measure 118 * Oregon Rebate Amount Was $750 per Person but Now It’s $1,600 * Local DA says he can’t get accused child molesters, murderer extradited because of Oregon sanctuary law * Clackamas County Says...

Bryan and Reagan discuss Reagan’s purchase of a real pickup truck, the 2025 transportation package, and Minnesota’s retail delivery fee. Then our hosts are joined by fellow consultant Jake Pelroy to discuss the November ballot measures, the CD 3 primary in Washington state, the Oregon Dems new candidate in HD 32, and Lane County politics. * Oregon transportation leaders say they may cut 1,000 jobs...

Bryan and Reagan discuss upcoming CD 5 debates, DHM Research’s statewide survey results, a credible poll showing Trump only down 5 points in Oregon, and crazy local politics headlines. Show Notes * Watch Duty * Oregon Rep. Chavez-DeRemer agrees to 4 TV debates with challenger Bynum * Conservative group made last-ditch play to influence Democratic primary in high-profile Oregon congressional race *...

Reagan is back in the Crosstabs studio but President Biden is out of the Presidential race. Bryan and Reagan discuss the impact of the Harris campaign on Oregon, congressional fundraising, media buying, the benefits of annual legislative sessions, and Tri-Met’s anti-car agenda. Show Notes: * Harris For President “Let’s win this.” * Kamala Harris for Arresting the People * Governor Andy Beshear dru...