Sen. James Manning on Civility, Death Threats, and Oregon’s Legislative Priorities

Sen. James Manning Jr. joins Jesse Peone to talk about the Oregon legislative session, the bills he is working on, and the bigger issue of restoring civility in politics.In this conversation, Manning discusses a proposal to help small cities compete for grants by lowering local match requirements, a bill aimed at preventing law enforcement officers from concealing their identities without a valid safety reason, and efforts to expand protections and support for first responders. He also talks about proposed legislation addressing threats against elected officials and why he believes Oregon needs to push back against the toxic political culture that is driving people away from public service.The interview closes with a broader conversation about dignity, respect, and what healthier civic discourse could look like in Oregon.