The Oregon tax revolt is a political movement in Oregon which advocates for lower taxes. This movement is part of a larger anti-tax movement in the western United States. The tax revolt, carried out in large part by a series of citizens' initiatives and referendums, has reshaped the debate about taxes and public services in Oregon.
Read more about Oregon Tax Revolt: Major Figures, National Context and The Passage of Measure 5, Measure 47 and The Rise of Bill Sizemore, Later Legislation, Notable Figures in The Oregon Tax Revolt, Timeline of Ballot Measures
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