Tina Kotek: “I fought in the courts to make sure unlawful actions could not happen. 100 days later, the troops went home — not only…”

When people charged with crimes go without counsel, justice is delayed for defendants and for the communities harmed by crime.

One-third of Oregon families — including seniors, disabled Oregonians, and children — rely on Medicaid, which is the Oregon Health Plan.

In the wake of national, systemic shortcomings in meeting the needs of women who are incarcerated, I am resolved to confront these issues head-on.

This funding is one more win for providing more affordable housing and supportive services for Oregonians with disabilities and their families.