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Common Sense Institute (CSI) strives to develop insightful and educational research on the most critical debates facing Oregon. CSI employs rigorous research techniques and dynamic modeling to evaluate the potential impact of issues on the Oregon economy and individual opportunity. CSI provides elected officials, policy makers and Oregonians with facts and data-driven analysis to help make informed decisions about the biggest issues facing the state. CSI research has also sparked innovative policy solutions and bipartisan, solutions-based discussion about the future of Oregon.

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Data suggests cost of fentanyl to Oregon hospitals in the billions

KCBY

The research looked at OHA data to determine the cost of overdose deaths to the state's medical system.

June 27, 2024 Mark McMullen

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State economist reflects on 14 years on the job

Portland Tribune

For Mark McMullen, who just wrapped up more than 13 years as Oregon’s state economist, coming to Oregon was both difficult and easy.

June 19, 2024 Mark McMullen

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Say goodbye to the state economist who is 'always wrong'

Oregon Capital Insider

After a dozen years of always being wrong, McMullen is heading out the state government door.

May 30, 2024 Mark McMullen

Taxes & Fees

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Another ‘kicker’ tax refund could be in the works for Oregon taxpayers

OPB

Economists cautioned that the potential of a $582 million refund was still shaky, with warning signs on the horizon.

May 29, 2024 Mark McMullen

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