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Oregon Votes on Hunting and Fishing Ban
Oregon’s voters are about to decide on a radical ballot measure, IP 28, that would ban hunting, fishing, and even some animal research — sparking fierce backlash from Governor Kotek, Senator Wyden, and the state’s Democratic Party. With over 138,000 signatures, the petition has ignited a counter-movement: the Freedom Amendment, already filed for 2028, aims to enshrine hunting, fishing, and farming rights in the state constitution. As 23 states already protect these traditions constitutionally, Oregon’s debate is revealing deep divides over wildlife, heritage, and economic livelihood. Support…
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