Politics

Oregon lawmakers call for US to allow more Afghan refugees into state

By Sam Stites (OPB)

Aug. 17, 2021 10:01 p.m. Updated: Aug. 17, 2021 10:15 p.m.

Sen. Kayse Jama and Rep. Khanh Pham say Oregon is well-poised to help those fleeing Afghanistan as the Taliban takes over.