Whole Foods has led on plastics in the past, but the company recently got an "F" in a report by As You Sow for failing to tackle plastic pollution. Tell Whole Foods' CEO to get rid of single-use plastics in its stores.
Whole Foods has led on plastics in the past, but the company recently got an "F" in a report by As You Sow for failing to tackle plastic pollution. Tell Whole Foods' CEO to get rid of single-use plastics in its stores.
Health Care
OSPIRG applauds legislative progress on health care, recycling; urges further action
Oregon has passed legislation that requires a plan for the implementation of a public option for health care, and requires proof of reduction of consumer costs before medical consolidations. OSPIRG applauds this and other progress state lawmakers have made for the public interest.
Green Scissors
Cutting wasteful handouts to special interests that prop up polluting industries related to these categories will reduce pollution and free up money that can be spent on modern infrastructure investments.
Health Care
The results are in: Oregonians support public option
An OSPIRG report revealed that 40 percent of Oregon voters have avoided treatment because of health care costs in the past year — and many have suffered worse health outcomes as a result. Now, Oregonians are ready for a change in how they get their health care and many are in favor a public option.
Health Care
OSPIRG showcases Voices for Better Health Care
OSPIRG has launched Voices for Better Care, a website dedicated to those across the Beaver State who share our goal of improving the quality and value of Oregon health care. Stories shared on the site highlight common problems, such as high prescription drug costs or expensive insurance premiums, that personally affect thousands of Oregonians.
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Celebrating my favorite government mascot’s 50th birthday by sharing the zero-waste tips I have made a part of my life.
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Shareholders press these leading Right to Repair opponents to explain themselves as regulatory pressure mounts
News Release | US PIRG
President Joe Biden announced a sweeping plan Thursday to combat the highly transmissible delta variant of the virus that causes COVID-19.
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Coronavirus update
In the midst of the coronavirus outbreak, we’ve taken steps for all of our staff to work remotely for safety reasons. But rest assured, we’ll keep advocating for you as we work for a healthier, safer world.
Learn more about how we can work together to address the COVID-19 pandemic.