Oregon ranks near the bottom for law enforcement, yet crime is soaring and cartels are thriving. In this episode of Oregon D.O.G.E., Rep. Jeff Helfrich, Rep. Alex Skarlatos, and Sen. Kim Thatcher discuss the consequences of Oregon’s soft-on-crime policies, sanctuary laws, and failures in public safety investment.Topics include:<ul><li>Oregon’s police shortage and cartel surge</li><li>Illegal marijuana operations and drug busts</li><li>Clemency and parole failures under Gov. Kate Brown</li><li>Why TriMet is unsafe — and overfunded</li><li>A roadmap for real reform</li></ul>If you care about public safety, this is the episode you can’t afford to miss.

Oregon’s Crisis of Compassion: Addiction, Homelessness, and Government Failure

Oregon Discussion is a no-nonsense podcast that pulls back the curtain on Oregon’s government, policies, and spending. With a rotating cast of legislators and policy experts, this podcast exposes wasteful spending, bureaucratic overreach, and hidden inefficiencies that impact Oregonians every day.&nbsp;From the state budget crisis to agencies creating rules without oversight, Oregon Discussion&nbsp;takes a deep dive into the policies shaping Oregon’s future. Whether it’s out-of-control taxes, reckless regulations, or the growing power of unelected bureaucrats, we ask the tough questions and hold government accountable.