Reclaiming the middle class is about more than just changing our economy. 

 It's about a sustained effort to support companies who create good jobs.  Oregon jobs should support Oregon families.  Oregon business should have the tools they need to succeed.  And no one should be struggling to make ends meet if they're working hard at a full time job.

It's about ensuring that jobs in the public sector give back to our communities - by paying enough that public workers are adding to our economies, by providing the right services efficiently and effectively, and by using our tax dollars wisely to help meet our goals.

Good jobs are the foundation for a good economy and strong communities.  But they've been disappearing.  It's time for Oregon to recommit to the types of jobs Oregonians value.