Many Portland-area residents say they never use government services. Actually, they do

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Many Portland-area residents say they never use government services. Actually, they do

^{Published on 2025-04-28 17:00:31 - Oregonian}

"I suspect I use a lot more government services than I indicated in my first pass through," Rockwell said.
Austin De Dios covers Multnomah County politics, programs and more. Reach him ...

The article from OregonLive, published on March 15, 2025, discusses a common misconception among Portland-area residents about their use of government services. A recent survey revealed that many residents believe they do not rely on such services, yet in reality, they benefit from them extensively. Examples include using public roads, receiving mail through the postal service, and enjoying parks and libraries. The article highlights that these services, funded by taxes, are integral to daily life, and the disconnect between perception and reality could impact public support for government funding and policy decisions.

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[ https://www.oregonlive.com/politics/2025/03/many-portland-area-residents-say-they-never-use-government-services-actually-they-do.html ]

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Many Portland-area residents say they never use government services. Actually, they do