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Anthony Effinger
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Reporter, Willamette Week
Portland
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By Anthony Effinger Verified| Willamette Week Verified After two years in a top job at one of Oregon’s most powerful labor unions, Joe Baessler faces a fellow union member who would like his job. The Oregon chapter of the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees is holding its first-ever election for the position of executive director May 3, during its convention. Up to now, the union’s board had hired for the position. All others in the union are elected. Baessler has been with Oregon AFSCME for 19 years in a variety of positions.
By Anthony Effinger Verified| Willamette Week Verified Legacy Health drew attention April 14 to the fact that S&P Global Ratings, a company that rates the quality of corporate bonds, had affirmed the hospital system’s “A” rating with a “stable” outlook. The investment-grade rating, S&P’s third highest, “confirms our continued progress toward financial sustainability,” Legacy said on its website. S&P’s opinion on Legacy’s creditworthiness undermines a key reason given by Oregon Health & Science University for its proposed purchase of Legacy.
By Anthony Effinger Verified| Willamette Week Verified After two years in a top job at one of Oregon’s most powerful labor unions, Joe Baessler faces a fellow union member who would like his job. The Oregon chapter of the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees is holding its first-ever election for the position of executive director May 3, during its convention. Up to now, the union’s board had hired for the position. All others in the union are elected. Baessler has been with Oregon AFSCME for 19 years in a variety of positions.
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Willamette Week
Willamette Week is an independent weekly newspaper based in Portland, Oregon, founded in 1974 by Ronald A. Buel. It focuses on investigative reporting, cultural coverage, and community engagement, providing in-depth insights into Portland's politics, culture, and lifestyle. The newspaper aims to inform and empower its readers, inspiring positive change within the community. The paper offers comprehensive journalism and reporting in both print and digital formats. It is known for its investigative journalism, which has led to significant policy changes and exposed corruption. Willamette Week engages with the community by supporting local businesses and highlighting cultural events. Additionally, the Friends of Willamette Week initiative, established in 2019, allows readers to support the newspaper's mission of maintaining independent local journalism. As of 2024, Willamette Week celebrates its 50th anniversary, marking five decades of dedicated service to the Portland community.
Portland, Oregon, United States
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Founded: 1974