Change is hard. Oregon’s Legislature is about to see a boat load of change – with different people set to lead the house, senate and the governor’s office in the span of the next year.

It’s a fascinating time in Salem.

On this episode, Hillary Borrud, state government reporter for the Oregonian/Oregon, explains all the retirements, appointments and moving chairs.

We talked about Peter Courtney and Tina Kotek’s legacies, who may – or In Kotek’s case likely will succeed them, the governor’s race and Betsy Johnson’s presence in the race, and the legislative session starting February 1

There’s a ton to unpack. 

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