We should cancel the Oregon Lottery:
The Oregon Lottery, established in 1985 following the approval of Oregon Ballot Measure 5 in 1984, was initially promoted as a way to generate substantial revenue for vital public services such as education, economic development, and state parks—all without raising taxes. Its launch, marked by the first Scratch-it game "Pot of Gold" on April 25, 1985, reflected the optimism of a sustainable funding source for public good. Consider the fact that crossed fingers used as a gesture of luck, also is a gesture of to "negate" the backlash of making a false promise or blatant lie. Oregon has a history of notable state-based fraud cases, particularly involving land and public funds from taxpayers.
One of the most infamous examples is the Oregon land fraud scandal of the early 20th century. This scandal involved U.S. government land grants being illegally obtained with the assistance of public officials. Prominent figures, including U.S. Senator John H. Mitchell, Congressman John N. Williamson, and Binger Hermann, the Commissioner of the General Land Office.
The fraud was orchestrated by individuals like Stephen A. Douglas Puter, who recruited people to file false claims on land parcels. Other members of Oregon's congressional delegation were implicated in these fraudulent schemes. Many walked. These parcels were then transferred to timber companies, bypassing the intended settlers.
The scandal came to light through investigations led by Secret Service agents and whistleblowers. It resulted in numerous indictments and convictions, including that of Senator Mitchell, who was found guilty of accepting bribes to facilitate the fraudulent land claims.
Concerns have been raised about the misuse of lottery proceeds, scams, and changes to operations without voter input. These controversies have fueled debates about accountability and the ethical management of public resources at the expense of the majority of state citizens. this kind of activity hasn't ceased.
Mismanagement of Public Funds: Over the years, there have been allegations of mismanagement and misuse of public funds in various state programs. For example, concerns have been raised about the allocation of lottery proceeds and whether they are being used effectively for their intended purposes.
Fraudulent Charitable Activities: The Oregon Department of Justice has investigated cases where charitable organizations or solicitations were found to be fraudulent, misleading donors about how their contributions would be used. For example, scams involving "phony donors" have targeted local nonprofits, where scammers use stolen credit cards to make donations and then request refunds to different accounts.
Consumer Scams: The Oregon Department of Justice regularly warns residents about scams targeting consumers, such as blackmail scams, phishing attempts, and fraudulent business practices. The Oregon Department of Justice regularly addresses consumer scams, including phishing attempts, fraudulent business practices, and identity theft.
The state has a failed Scam Alert Network to inform residents about ongoing threats. Notable cases include fraudulent lottery schemes and deceptive practices by businesses that exploit consumers. Most of it, though it's been suppressed, has been inside jobs with few convictions.
Sexual Harassment Allegations in the State Capitol: Several Oregon lawmakers, including Diego Hernandez, Jeff Kruse, and Bill Post, faced accusations of sexual harassment. Some resigned following investigations, while others denied the allegation. Women who engaged in acts of sexual harassment have a long history of being swept under the rug as it were.
Judicial Misconduct Allegations: While specific cases of judges protecting colleagues from misconduct are not widely documented yet well known, there have been broader concerns about the lack of transparency and accountability in Oregon's judicial system because of the tendency internal investigations often lack impartiality.
There have been allegations and controversies involving state officials in Oregon regarding the mishandling of sexual misconduct and child abuse cases.
State Arranged Murder and Sexual Abuse: The murder of Michael Francke, the former director of the Oregon Department of Corrections, was found stabbed to death outside the Dome Building of the old State Hospital in Salem on January 17, 1989 killed to prevent him from exposing misconduct within the corrections system uncovered an "organized criminal element" within the department, which included drug smuggling and other illicit activities such as prostitution and human trafficking, with ties to state officials, including the governor's office which was the office of Governor Neil Goldschmidt at that time.
In 2004, it was revealed that Goldschmidt had sexually abused a 14-year-old girl during the 1970s while he was serving as the mayor of Portland, describing it as a "consensual affair," and used public funds to pay her aid her a financial settlement in the 1990s, amounting to $350,000 of hush money. He was not criminally convicted on the "grounds the statute of limitations" ran out by 2004 to be formerly charged. This extends even to agencies such as CPS and so-called "Child Welfare" departments.
What few do not remember, and it has been slowly erased from the point of record was that Michael Francke publicly announced the day before his murder he had uncovered a significant amount of corruption that far excessed just the state penitentiary, and he was preparing to make his findings completely public within the following days. His death was an organized 'hit' pinned on a fall guy and a stranger who was seen in a long coat and fedora was present just an hour or so before the estimated time of Francke's murder, claiming to be at the location to "fix a printer" (which is hardly the outfit of a printer repair guy). This mystery man was never identified, nor investigated further.
Portland Mayor Sam Adams, early in his term between 2009 to 2012 was "publicly praised for being openly homosexual." Early in his term, Adams admitted to having a relationship with a former legislative intern who was 17 when they met. Adams claimed the relationship did not become sexual until the intern turned 18, which is the age of consent in Oregon. However, he previously denied any such relations. Because of "protests" claiming any charges against him was more or less nothing more than a smear because he was a homosexual, "internal state investigation cleared him of any criminal wrongdoing." In simple terms he both skated formal charges and conviction using the discrimination card, and another example of "internal buddies" covering for their mutually corrupt benefactors.
Oregon has faced several controversies and legal challenges related to its child welfare system, parental rights, and civil liberties. Here are some notable cases and issues:
Pierce v. Society of Sisters (1925): This landmark U.S. Supreme Court case originated in Oregon and challenged the state's Compulsory Education Act, which required children to attend public schools. The court ruled that the law violated parental rights and religious freedoms, affirming that parents have the right to direct their children's education.
CPS Investigation Tactics: A ruling from the 9th Circuit Court found that certain Child Protective Services (CPS) investigation tactics in Oregon violated constitutional rights. These included conducting interviews with children at school without parental consent or a warrant and excluding parents from medical examinations of their children without legitimate reasons.
These cases underscore ongoing challenges in balancing child welfare, parental rights, and civil liberties. However, child trafficking in Oregon, particularly involving systemic issues within child welfare agencies. Here are some notable points:
Portland Child Trafficking Study: A study commissioned by the U.S. Attorney's Office and conducted by Portland State University revealed that at least 469 children were victims of sex trafficking in the Portland metro area over a four-year period. Many of these children were connected to the Department of Human Services (DHS) and the Sexual Assault Resource Center (SARC). The study highlighted the vulnerabilities of children in the foster care system.
Child Welfare System Responsibilities: Oregon's child welfare system has specific protocols for identifying and responding to cases of child trafficking. However, gaps in training, prevention, and victim support have been noted, raising concerns about the system's effectiveness in protecting at-risk children.
Shared Hope International Report: This report graded Oregon's response to child and youth sex trafficking, identifying significant gaps in areas such as victim identification, prevention, and training for child welfare and law enforcement agencies
These findings underscore the need for systemic reforms and stronger safeguards to protect vulnerable children and their parents from more or less legalized child abduction and sexual exploitation. How does the Oregon Lottery and other such "programs" relate to this? It's simple. It helps finance this sick garbage. It seems like Oregon had a brief intermission with Governer Barbra Roberts. However, many of the notable concerns and controversies of her governance has largely been covered up and erased.
Then there was John Kitzhaber faced significant controversy during his tenure, particularly surrounding allegations of ethical misconduct and misuse of his office. In 2015, Kitzhaber resigned amid a criminal investigation into allegations that he and his fiancée, Cylvia Hayes, used their positions for personal financial gain. Hayes, who served as an unelected and "allegedly unpaid" policy advisor, was accused of leveraging her role to secure consulting contracts, creating a conflict of interest. He agreed to pay a $20,000 fine as part of a settlement, and despite demands from citizens, local federal prosecutors ultimately dropped their investigation in 2017 without filing charges.
Kate Brown succeeded John Kitzhaber as the Governor of Oregon. She assumed office on February 18, 2015, but was not actually elected to her position. One notable controversy involved her use of executive clemency powers. In 2022, lawsuits were filed against her for granting clemency to violent criminals, including individuals convicted of murder. Critics argued that her actions violated legal requirements and endangered public safety. Additionally, there were allegations of ethical concerns, such as claims that she brokered deals involving public sector unions and corporate donations, which some argued violated election laws. However, these allegations did not result in criminal charges.
Here are some notable controversies:
Use of Executive Clemency: Brown faced lawsuits and criticism for granting clemency to violent criminals, including those convicted of murder. Critics argued that her actions violated legal requirements and endangered public safety.
Ethics Complaint (2018): An ethics complaint alleged that Brown improperly mixed state business with campaign events and used state funds for personal expenses. The Oregon Government Ethics Commission dismissed the complaint, finding no evidence of wrongdoing.
Public Records Advocate Resignation (2019): Ginger McCall, Oregon's public records advocate, resigned, citing political pressure from Brown's office. McCall alleged that Misha Isaak, Brown's general counsel, tried to influence her work and suppress proposed changes to public records laws.
Election Law Allegations: Brown was accused of brokering deals involving public sector unions and corporate donations, which some argued violated election laws. These claims were dismissed as politically motivated or lacking merit internal state investigators who again cleared her of any criminal wrongdoing.
She was succeeded by Tina Kotek on January 9, 2023.
Ethics Complaints: Allegations were made regarding the role of her lesbian spouse, Aimee Kotek Wilson, in government affairs. Critics claimed potential conflicts of interest, but the Oregon Government Ethics Commission dismissed these complaints, finding no evidence of financial benefit or violations of anti-nepotism laws.
Allegations were made regarding minor spending violations in her office, such as questionable use of state funds for parking and event tickets. These were deemed "unintentional and minor" by the Oregon Government Ethics Commission.
OLCC Ethics Investigation: The Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission (OLCC) faced scrutiny over employees allegedly using their positions to obtain in-demand liquor bottles. While this investigation did not directly implicate Kotek, it occurred during her administration. The Oregon Department of Justice concluded that Investigaton of potential criminal charges were not warranted.
Kotek called for resignations following an ethics investigation into the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission (OLCC). While this did not directly implicate her, it highlighted concerns about oversight during her administration.
Union Labor Mandate: Contractors sued Kotek over an executive order requiring union labor for state projects. Critics argued this was an unconstitutional overreach of her authority.
Education Accountability: Kotek's push for stricter accountability in Oregon's education system has drawn criticism. Some opponents claim her proposals consolidate state power at the expense of local school districts.
Brown v. Kotek (2024): This case involved a dispute over the revocation of a conditional commutation granted by former Governor Kate Brown. The Oregon Supreme Court ruled that Governor Kotek lacked the authority to revoke the commutation after the sentence had been completed.
Wyatt B. v. Kotek: This class-action lawsuit, filed by advocacy groups like Disability Rights Oregon and A Better Childhood, alleged systemic mistreatment of children in Oregon's foster care system. The lawsuit highlighted issues such as inappropriate placements, abuse, and neglect. After years of litigation, the state reached a settlement in 2024, agreeing to appoint an expert to oversee reforms in the child welfare system. To date, nothing has been actually followed through with, showing a lack of real concern as progress has been slow and insufficient.
Gabriel v. Kotek: This lawsuit, filed in 2024, involved claims against Kotek in her official capacity as Governor of Oregon. The case also named other state officials and agencies, including the Oregon Department of Administrative Services and the Attorney General. The court ultimately dismissed the case (business as usual).
Thornton v. Kotek et al.: This case, filed in November 2024, involves allegations of civil rights violations under 42 U.S.C. § 1983. The plaintiff, James Thornton, brought the case against Kotek and others, though the specific details of the allegations are still unfolding.
What's some other insane crap in Oregon that shows that politicians and the rest are given "special" treatment and not held accountable the same way as all other state citizens not involved in the Judicial, Executive and Legislative branches of Oregon? For one, the majority of all state funds are circulated and concentrated primarily in Portland Oregon, despite the State Capital is in Salem Oregon. These same officials have, for decades increased efforts to make places like Salem unlivable for the rest of the State's "less influential" people and destroying their families, in borderline efforts of a more open dictatorship all with the goal of pushing them all out so the families, friends and relatives of these officials can claim Salem for themselves.
Consider things like this in the Portland Metro area: There is literally a "Homeless Tax" in Oregon, often referred to as the Metro Supportive Housing Services tax, has been a topic of significant debate. This tax was approved by voters in the Portland metro area in May 2020, not statewide, and it aims to fund services for people experiencing homelessness. It includes a 1% tax on high-income earners and a business profits tax. Critics argue that the tax disproportionately affects certain groups and lacks transparency in how funds are allocated. Supporters, however, emphasize its necessity in addressing the homelessness crisis.
Yet things like the Oregon Lottery supposed to be used to eliminate the creation of additional taxes. It's also questionable if such "votes" were actually from common citizens as voter fraud is a big problem and occurs after the various ballots are collected and counted, and ones that don't favor what can only be called a Marxist regime rolled in with weird occult ideologies and goal of trying to literally make the whole state gay or bi all are known to be the behind the scenes agendas, often denied, yet upon closer observation is clearly the case.
Criminal Activities of Judges
While there isn't a widely publicized case of criminal activity by Oregon judges, the Oregon Judicial Department enforces strict codes of conduct to maintain integrity. Any allegations of misconduct are supposed to be investigated thoroughly, and judges are supposed to face disciplinary actions or removal if found guilty of ethical violations. However, more often than not the same involved judges are the ones that preside over those cases and simply dismiss them without any trials.
Even some Judges are given a certain unspoken immunity by so-called Oregon Judicial Fitness. Many have been openly Activist Judges in local Civil and state Supreme Courts engaging in Judicial biases and cover ups, imposing unlawful gag orders and holding secret council meetings in various cases without a client or defendant being allowed to be present, but made instead to "sit" outside of the judge's chambers (which is supposed to be illegal).
Promises and Achievements
Over the years, the lottery has significantly contributed to programs benefiting education and infrastructure. However, criticisms of its execution have grown, with notable shortcomings surfacing.
Key Concerns
Allocation of Funds: The lottery's scope has expanded, diverting resources from its original focus on economic development. This shift has diluted its impact and raised questions about priorities.
Gambling Addiction: Heavy reliance on gambling revenue has led to societal concerns, disproportionately affecting vulnerable communities and exacerbating gambling addiction.
Transparency and Accountability: Persistent challenges in fund allocation and a lack of clear accountability mechanisms have diminished public trust.
Financial Mismanagement: For instance, the closure of businesses like Shari's restaurants, which owed nearly $900,000 to the lottery, highlighted inefficiencies in recovering funds and managing partnerships.
Fraud and Scams: The Oregon Lottery has faced issues with scams and fraudulent activities.
For example:
Scam Texts: Scammers have impersonated lottery winners, such as the $1.3 billion Powerball jackpot winner in Portland, sending fake messages claiming to distribute winnings and requesting personal information.
Phishing Attempts: Fraudulent messages have asked recipients to pay fees or provide sensitive information to claim fake winnings.
Changes Without Voter Input: Over time, some changes to the lottery's operations and fund allocations have been made without direct voter approval, raising concerns about transparency and accountability in decision-making processes.
Proposed Reforms
To address these issues and restore public trust, implementing transparency-focused reforms is vital.
These include:
Detailed Reporting: Publishing regular and detailed reports on fund allocation and expenditures to enhance clarity.
Independent Audits: Conducting unbiased reviews of lottery operations to ensure accountability and prevent misuse.
Public Input: Actively engaging citizens in determining funding priorities through surveys and town halls.
Clear Objectives: Defining precise goals for lottery funding to ensure alignment with its original purpose.
Transparency Portals: Creating online platforms that allow real-time tracking of lottery revenues and expenditures by the public.
Administrative Cost Limits: Imposing caps on operational expenses to maximize funds allocated to public programs.
By embracing these measures, the Oregon Lottery could better fulfill its original promises, address societal concerns, and mitigate fraud-related risks.
Just like many fines and penalties in the state, many of which are also ridiculous and not established by the voters, proceeds are and were often redirected to private political parties or members' pensions. This includes those such as former Oregon Governor Kate Brown, particularly regarding the misuse of public funds and ethical concerns.
A complaint was filed in 2018 alleging that Brown brokered a deal involving public sector unions and corporate donations, which some argued violated election laws, which in fact did, but local judges were also paid off to favor her and others to "squash the news and erase the history as well as public records" of such misconduct.
Public as well as political opponents had evidence, such as groups like Project Veritas, showing mismanagement of state agencies and conflicts of interest during her tenure met with denials from Brown's campaign and supporters (naturally since they were also getting a cut themselves) who then dismissed them as politically motivated or lacking merit without an actual investigation, even blocking further investigations by court orders from supporting and supported state judges.
Since this is unlikely, it's all the more reason to shut it down. Its literally the same pitch for all sorts of nonsense failures with every claimed motivation under the same statement of it always being for "generation substantial revenue for vital public services such as education, economic development, and state parks—all without raising taxes."
We never see it, new taxes are always added, many of which are insane including a "Homeless Tax" when we know and see and have had demonstrated it always goes to the lobbyists and politicians as kickbacks and "cost shifting" to try and hide (very poorly) where the money really goes, such as private awarded pensions also without out votes as citizens, born and raised.
It's long overdue to hold the state officials in all branches of state government accountable for fleecing the people and causing more to fall into poverty while they elevate themselves ridiculous levels of wealth and greed.
Stop falling for their bullshit.
It must end and denial won't make it go away.
You can quote me on this: Criminals investigating Criminals does not end Crimes or Corruption.
There is so, so much more.