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Originally Posted by Barefootdog
The current group in the state capitol are very good at working quietly and behind the scenes. They don't attract a lot of attention so few people are really watching (or aware) of what is being done. This gun measure is just one issue.
Gathered 88,000 signatures when most in the state never knew it was being proposed. Apparently they stayed primarily in the major population centers like Portland and maybe Eugene or Salem.
Very corrupt and cynical group of ideologs in the state capitol.
Will it pass?.....Very well may....if it gets on the ballot and not challenged in court....largely due to support in the major population center in Portland metro area.
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One thing that would help would be if the pro-gun folks (like you) actually knew what they were talking about and didn’t just spread panicky rumors.
Measure 43 has been FILED for signature gathering, meaning proponents had to submit a whopping 1000 signatures.
Now the AG has been gathering input on the title of the proposed ballot measure, which as far as I know is due to be announced in the next few weeks.
THEN proponents can start trying to collect the 88,000 signatures to try to get it on the November ballot.
HOWEVER, since pro-gun groups are likely to challenge aspects of the measure and the title in court, and signatures can’t be gathered while there is pending litigation, whether or not the measure’s supporters will get enough is at least questionable, maybe even unlikely.
So while there’s work ahead, the sky isn’t falling.