Betsy looks back at Portland's Rose Festival.

Betsy discusses government's attempts to influence behavior through legislation.

Betsy talks about the ins and outs of fundraising.

Betsy updates efforts to preserve Rainier history. the Oregon Manufacturing Innovation Center and the status of a proposed project to widen I-5 in the Portland area

Betsy gives her thoughts on independent expenditures, the process of getting cell towers built, and an ongoing struggle with Multnomah County about rebuilding a house.

Betsy dissects the results of Oregon's May primary.

Betsy discusses the often glacial pace of government, and gives several examples.

Betsy gives her take on the Oregon governor's idea for the office of the first spouse, and the race for Multnomah County District Attorney.

Betsy takes a look at the issues surrounding electrical capacity in Oregon.

Betsy tells the story of flags belonging to Japanese soldiers from World War II being reunited with their families.