What's Up with Betsy Johnson

by Betsy Johnson

Former legislator and long-time political observer Betsy Johnson of Oregon discusses issues of the day.

Podcast episodes

  • Season 1

  • Decriminalizing Drugs

    Decriminalizing Drugs

    Betsy discusses the impact of a voter-passed decriminalization of drugs.

  • Walkouts, initiatives and elections

    Walkouts, initiatives and elections

    Betsy talks about Oregon's initiative process, elections, GOP walkouts, and Oregon counties trying to create their own state.

  • Candidates, walkouts and elections

    Candidates, walkouts and elections

    Betsy talks about upcoming elections and the potential impact of walkouts on candidates

  • Polarization

    Polarization

    Betsy discusses the increased polarization of the electorate, homelessness and the changing landscape of politics in America.

  • Mushrooms, OMIC and Oregon's business climate

    Mushrooms, OMIC and Oregon's business climate

    Betsy talks about new businesses coming to Oregon, and her assessment of Oregon's attractiveness to new businesses.