Grocery bills are skyrocketing, there are fewer choices for things like cable and internet service, and things like tickets to concerts and movies are increasingly out of reach. A big part of the reason is that corporations are being allowed to consolidate unchecked – with no federal oversight. Oregon and other states are now the last line of defense to protect working families and that’s what drove the urgency behind today’s action.
Statement on antitrust actions in Oregon.
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This proposed merger could mean real harm for Oregonians — for working families who will see higher costs and fewer options, for the small businesses and workers in our film and TV industry and for our local movie theaters.
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