Episode 16: Shannon Singleton, Multnomah County District 2 Candidate
“When we end somebody’s homelessness, we don’t end their poverty. So we really need to continue to look at ways to keep people inside once they are there, and increase
“When we end somebody’s homelessness, we don’t end their poverty. So we really need to continue to look at ways to keep people inside once they are there, and increase
“The way (City Council) is structured, it allows them to disregard the community’s voice. And so I’m hoping that now, with this new form of government, not only will you
“Working people, average Portlanders, are left to wonder who exactly our government is working for when certain politicians seem to be listening more to the largest corporations or the wealthy
“Government is not going to be the hero of our story. The people of Portland are the heroes of our story.”
“I’m not sure if people realize this, but East Portlanders have about 10 years lower life expectancy than the rest of the city. And that’s due to traffic crashes, gun
“What I want to do is represent those in our community that need it the most. The folks that are in the tents, the folks that are in the throes