Oregon Democrats and Republicans are both united in their opposition to Measure 118. The measure, which would amend the state constitution to allow political candidates to use publicly funded campaign dollars for childcare expenses, has drawn criticism from both parties.
Democrats argue that the measure would disproportionately benefit wealthy candidates who can afford childcare without assistance, while Republicans believe it could be exploited by candidates to misuse taxpayer funds for personal expenses. Both parties agree that there are better ways to ensure the affordability of childcare for all families, without using public funds for political campaigns.
In a rare show of bipartisan agreement, Oregon Democrats and Republicans have come together to urge voters to reject Measure 118. They argue that the measure is not a responsible use of taxpayer dollars and does not address the underlying issues of childcare accessibility and affordability.
Supporters of the measure argue that it would help to level the playing field for candidates who may be unable to afford childcare while running for office. However, opponents believe that there are more effective ways to support working families and increase access to childcare, without introducing public funding for political campaigns.
With the November election fast approaching, both Democrats and Republicans are encouraging voters to carefully consider the implications of Measure 118 before casting their ballots. While they may disagree on other political issues, they are united in their stance against this particular proposal.
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