Oregon Alliance for Progressive Policy records

Collection

Identifier: Coll 288

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

Records of a progressive political organization headquartered in Portland, Oregon. Materials were collected by Harry H. Stein, a member of the organization's board of directors, and include minutes of meetings, financial records, news releases, research materials, publicity, position papers, and related materials. Also included is a history of the organization by Michael Leachman, 2000.

Dates

Creation: 1989-2000

Creator

Stein, Harry H., 1938- (Person)
Oregon Alliance for Progressive Policy (Organization)

Conditions Governing Access

Collection is open for research.

Conditions Governing Use

The Oregon Historical Society owns the materials in the Research Library and makes available reproductions for research, publication, and other uses. The Society does not necessarily hold copyright to all materials in the collections. In some cases, permission for use may require seeking additional authorization from copyright owners.

Administrative history

The Oregon Alliance for Progressive Policy was established in 1989 and ceased operation in 1994. The organization was "a multi-issue coalition that [sought] to increase the power of diverse organizations, promote cooperation among them, and develop and implement action strategies for progressive political change and social justice." The organization was involved in electing progressive candidates, in promoting economic development in African American communities in Portland, in anti-bigotry programs, in public education on tax issues, and in organizing and training progressive activists and lobbyists.

Extent

0.45 Cubic Feet (1 document case)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

Records of a progressive political organization headquartered in Portland, Oregon. Includes meeting minutes, financial records, news releases, research materials, publicity, position papers, and a history of the organization. The Oregon Alliance for Progressive Policy was established in 1989 and ceased operation in 1994.