creepy@Creepykeyser
As an Oregonian: Our rising costs on electricity, water & basics aren't because of Trump — they're from our own state's failed leadership. Oregon electricity rates are up ~50% since 2020 (PGE/Pacific Power), with another 5% hike in 2026 adding ~$8/month. Drivers? Green energy mandates, wildfire costs, grid upgrades for data centers, and bloated spending — not national policy.
oregoncapitalchronicle.com
Water/sewer bills climbing 6-8%+ yearly in places like Portland for "infrastructure" and operations.
energyinfo.oregon.gov
Our unemployment stuck at 5.2% (vs. national ~4.3%), with job losses in key sectors while the U.S. grows. State budget deficits force more taxes, regs & rate hikes to cover overspending.
opb.org
National inflation challenges exist (energy/groceries up amid global factors like the Iran conflict), but in Oregon, state Dem priorities — aggressive renewables, heavy regulation, unchecked admin bloat — hit families hardest. Stop blaming DC for Portland/Salem's failures. Oregonians deserve relief from local overreach, not more excuses. #OregonEconomy #CostOfLiving