Don't worry too much William, our legislature is about to adjourn without accomplishing much and no one has started gathering signatures for a sales tax measure.  In some ways we real taxpayers are safe because the clock is running out. Therefore, we can expect much the same with the budget discussion for the next two years.  We are crippled by a lack of leadership and should not return most of our Lane County delegation for another term.  Tax and spend is a dying philosophy as people increasingly demand some results and accountability from our office holders.  If you think things are bad now, wait a year and see how service cuts and higher taxes drive the public discussion of the legislature and the Governor.  Remember the old saying?  "Your life, liberty and property aren't safe while the legislature is in session."  Thank the Goddess this one is almost over.