There are a number of public affairs forums across the state, dozens, maybe hundreds, if you include all the “speaker” series offered by local nonprofits, libraries, political, and educational and religious organizations. Check your local news and events sources to find out what is happening in your community. There are sometimes multiple ways to listen to these, so check out their websites.
Here are three well known ones in Washington, Marion, and Multnomah Counties:
Washington County Public Affairs Forum:
Date: Monday, January 17, 2011
Topic: Introducing the Chief Justice of Oregon’s Supreme Court
Speaker: The Honorable Paul J. De Muniz
Check their calendar for upcoming events.
Date: January 14, 2011 – 12:15pm
Speaker: Tom Potiowsky, director, Oregon Office of Economic Analysis