Voters’ Pamphlet
Oregon Primary Election May 15, 2018
Certificate of Correctness I, Dennis Richardson, Secretary of State of the State of Oregon, do hereby certify that this guide has been cor- rectly prepared in accordance with the law in order to assist electors in voting at the Primary Election to be held throughout the State on May 15, 2018. Witness my hand and the Seal of the State of Oregon in Salem, Oregon, this 2nd day of April, 2018.
Dennis Richardson Oregon Secretary of State
Oregon votes by mail. Ballots will be mailed to registered voters by May 1. OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE ELECTIONS DIVISION STEPHEN N. TROUT DENNIS RICHARDSON DIRECTOR SECRETARY OF STATE 255 CAPITOL ST NE, SUITE 501 LESLIE CUMMINGS, PhD SALEM, OREGON 97310 DEPUTY SECRETARY OF STATE (503) 986-1518
Dear Oregon Voter, The information this Voters’ Pamphlet provides is designed to assist you in participating in the May 15, 2018, Primary Election. Primary Elections provide the opportunity for members of all major political parties to select the nominee who will represent each party in the November General Election. The state-wide offices on the ballot this year are Governor, Commissioner of the Bureau of Labor and Industries, Judge of the Supreme Court, and Judge of the Court of Appeals. There are also races for your Congressional Representative and your State Representative. Only half of the State Senate seats are up for election this year as State Senators serve four-year terms. You will also see a number of other contests on your ballot ranging from circuit court judges and District Attorneys to county and city offices. For the first time, every qualified political party, major and minor, in Oregon will be permitted to provide a Voters’ Pamphlet statement about their party. The major political parties in Oregon— Democratic, Independent, and Republican—will use this Primary Election to select their nominees for the November Election. Minor political parties—Constitution, Libertarian, Pacific Green, Progres- sive, and Working Families—select their nominees in various ways according to each minor party’s regulations. For the 2018 Primary Election, the Independent Party of Oregon has chosen to allow voters who are not affiliated with a political party to participate in the Independent Party’s primary. I encourage you to study the issues, make your voice heard, and participate in all elections. You can find out if you are registered to vote, or update your address or political party at www.oregonvotes. gov/myvote. If you are not registered to vote, you must register by April 24 to be eligible to vote in the May 15, 2018, Primary Election. You can register online at www.oregonvotes.gov/register. Beginning April 25, ballots will be mailed from every county elections office. After you have filled out your ballot, make sure it is physically received by your county elections office by 8:00 pm on May 15. Remember, postmarks do not count. You can return your ballot through the mail or take it to one of the many drop boxes throughout the state. To track your ballot or to find your nearest drop box, visit www.oregonvotes.gov/myvote. If you have questions about voter registration, filling out your ballot, or getting a replacement ballot, please call our toll-free hotline, 1-866-673-8683 or call your county election official. As your Secretary of State, I encourage every eligible Oregonian to register and vote in this and every election. I am committed to making voting easy, convenient, and secure. If you have any questions please give us a call. Sincerely,
Dennis Richardson Oregon Secretary of State Voters’ Pamphlet Primary Election May 15, 2018
Table of Contents
Candidates List of Candidates 22 Independent Party Candidates 24 Republican Party Candidates 25 Democratic Party Candidates 32 Nonpartisan Candidates 41
Political Party Statements Constitution Party 14 Democratic Party 15 Independent Party 16 Libertarian Party 17 Pacific Green Party 17 Progressive Party 19 Republican Party 20 Working Families Party 21
Voting Information County Elections Officials 4 Dates to Remember 5 Vote by Mail 7 Voter Registration Information 8 Oregon Voter Bill of Rights 12 Voting & Ballot Prohibitions 31 Ballot Instructions 46
Additional Information Pages General Information 6 Voters with Disabilities 10 Candidate & Political Party Information 13
Index Index of Candidates 47
Cover Photo Subject Oregon Pioneer, State Capitol Building Photographer Gary Halvorson, Oregon State Archives 4 Voting Information | County Elections Officials
Klamath Rochelle Long County Clerk 305 Main St Klamath Falls, OR 97601 541-883-5157 TTY 1-800-735-2900 fax 541-885-6757 [email protected] www.klamathcounty.org For questions about: registering to vote updating your registration absentee ballots elections and voting completing and returning your ballot signature requirements replacement ballots
Contact your county elections official or the State Elections Division.
for more information about voting in Oregon oregonvotes.gov
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Dates to Remember
April Tuesday, April 24 Last day to register to vote or 24 change political party affiliation for this election.
Wednesday, April 25 First day for counties to mail ballots.
May Tuesday, May 15 Election Day Ballots must be received by 8 pm. 15 Postmarks do not count!
oregonvotes.gov/myvote Use this online tool to check or update your registration status and track your ballot. 6 Additional Information | General Information
Voters’ Pamphlet Address Confidentiality Program This is your official StateVoters’ Pamphlet for the Protecting Addresses for Victims May 15, 2018, Primary Election. It is designed to assist you in participating in the Primary Election. This pam- Individuals whose personal or family safety may be phlet also includes instructions for marking your ballot, in danger if their home address is available as a information for voters with disabilities and domestic public record may register to vote with confidentiality violence survivors, and other information to assist you protections by applying for the Address Confidentiality in the voting process. Program (ACP). The Secretary of State has compiled the voters’ pam- The ACP is a free mail forwarding service. It helps sur- phlet since 1903, when Oregon became one of the first vivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking or states to provide for the printing and distribution of human trafficking shield their physical address. Program such a publication. One copy of the voters’ pamphlet participants are provided with a substitute address to is mailed to every household in the state. It can also be use instead of their real address. Participants may use viewed online at www.oregonvotes.gov. the substitute address for:
´´ the delivery of first class, certified and registered County Voters’ Pamphlet mail.
A county clerk may prepare and distribute a county ´´ obtaining an Oregon driver’s license or ID card. voters’ pamphlet. It includes information about candi- dates and measures from local governments located ´´ receiving or paying child support. within the county. ´´ applying for a marriage license. To save on mailing and production costs a county that prepares a voters’ pamphlet may insert the pamphlet ´´ enrolling dependents in public school. into the center of the state voters’ pamphlet for distri- To be eligible for the ACP you must live in Oregon, and bution. The county insert uses a numbering system that is different from the standard page numbering used in ´´ be over 18 years old, and the state portion and each page is clearly marked with a color or shaded bar on the outside edge. ´´ be a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, or human trafficking, and Español ´´ have recently relocated (or are about to relocate) to an address unknown to the perpetrator(s) or Una versión en español de algunas partes de la Guía any government agencies. del Elector está a su disposición en el portal del Inter- net cuya dirección aparece arriba. Conscientes de que Parents or guardians may apply on behalf of incapacitated este material en línea podría no llegar adecuadamente adults and minor children who are otherwise eligible for a todos los electores que necesitan este servicio, se the ACP. invita a toda persona a imprimir la versión en línea y Participation in the ACP by itself does not guarantee any- circularla a aquellos electores que no tengan acceso a one’s safety. ACP staff do not provide threat-assessment una computadora. or safety-planning and are not allowed to offer legal advice. How to File a Complaint To apply to the Address Confidentiality rogram,P Any registered voter may file a written complaint you must work with a victim advocate who has been alleging that a violation of an election law has designated as an Application Assistant by the Attorney occurred. The complaint should provide evidence General. showing a violation. The complaint must be signed by the elector. Anonymous complaints will not be For more information or to find anApplication accepted. The complaint should be sent to: Assistant near you visit https://www.doj.state.or.us/ crime-victims/victims-services/address-confidentiality- Secretary of State, Elections Division program-acp/ or call 888-559-9090. 255 Capitol St NE, Suite 501 Salem, OR 97310 Voting Information | Vote by Mail 7
Vote by Mail Frequently Asked Is my vote really kept secret? Questions Yes, how you voted is secret, but whether or not you returned your ballot is public record. To ensure your How do I vote in Oregon? vote remains a secret, your ballot is separated from In Oregon, we vote by mail. Your county elections office the return identification envelope before it is reviewed. will automatically mail you a ballot packet for every elec- County elections officials only review and count your tion that you are eligible to vote in. Inside the packet, ballot after verifying your signature. you will find the ballot and instructions on how to What if I forget to sign the return envelope? complete and return the ballot. Follow the instructions! For this election your ballot packet will automatically be Contact your county elections office as soon as possible. mailed to you between April 25 and May 1, 2018. If they find an unsigned ballot they will contact you.
Do I need to update my address if I have moved? Can the public watch the election process? Ballots are not forwardable. If you were registered to Yes! You can watch all steps of the process. Contact vote by April 24 but now have a different address, call your county elections official to make arrangements. your county elections office for instructions on how to update your registration and receive a ballot. When will election results be known? Initial results are released at 8 pm election night and will Can I vote in person at a polling place? continue to be updated through election night. Final cer- There are no polling places in Oregon. Instead you tified results will be available 30 days after the election. can complete your ballot anywhere you choose. If you are uncomfortable voting your ballot at home or Replacement Ballot Information elsewhere, there are privacy booths available at your county elections office. Call your county elections Important! If your ballot is lost, destroyed, damaged office for further information. or you make a mistake in marking your ballot, you may call your county elections office and request a replace- What if my ballot doesn’t come? ment ballot. As a registered voter, you can check the status of your ballot at www.oregonvotes.gov/myvote. For this election if you have not received your ballot packet by Provisional Ballot Information May 4, call your county elections office. You will be issued a provisional ballot if: How do I return my ballot? ´´ there is a question about your eligibility as a You can return your ballot by mail or return it to any voter (for example, there is no evidence on county elections office or an official drop box. You can file that you are an active or inactive voter in find the nearest drop box, along with a map of how Oregon); or to get there, at www.oregonvotes.gov/myvote or by ´´ you need to vote at a county elections office in a contacting your county elections office. county other than the one you live in. Remember! If returning your ballot by mail, you must In order to obtain a provisional ballot, you need to fill attach a single “Forever” first-class stamp to your out a Provisional Ballot Request Form in person at the ballot return envelope before mailing it back. county elections office.
When do I have to return my ballot by? Your provisional ballot will not be counted until it is determined that you are eligible to vote. Your voted ballot must be received in any county elections office or official drop box by 8 pm, Tuesday, After you have voted the ballot, you can call May 15. Postmarks do not count! All county elections 1-866-673-8683 or the county elections office in which offices are open election day from 7 am to 8 pm. you voted to find out if your ballot was counted. If your ballot was not counted, you can also find out the How do I know if my voted ballot has been received? reason it was not counted. You can track the status of your ballot online at www.oregonvotes.gov/myvote.
Will my vote count if I forget to return my ballot in the secrecy envelope or sleeve?
The county elections office will maintain the privacy of your ballot if you forget the optional secrecy envelope or sleeve and your ballot will still count. 8 Voting Information | Voter Registration Information
Am I qualified to register to vote in What is the deadline to register to Oregon? vote for this election? You are qualified to register to vote in Oregon if you To vote in the May 15, 2018, Primary Election, your can answer yes to the following questions: completed voter registration card must be:
´´ Are you a resident of Oregon? ´´ postmarked by Tuesday, April 24; or ´´ Are you a US citizen? ´´ delivered to a county elections office oterv regis- tration agency (e.g., DMV) by Tuesday, April 24. ´´ Are you at least 16 years of age? If you register to vote online, your registration must be If you are not yet 18 years of age, you will not receive submitted by 11:59 pm on Tuesday, April 24. a ballot until an election occurs on or after your 18th birthday. When do I need to update my voter How do I register to vote in Oregon? registration? To register to vote you can complete a registration card You should update your registration if you change your or use the online registration process to provide your home address, change your mailing address, change county elections official your full legal name, home your name, change your signature, want to change or address, date of birth, signature, and valid identification. select a political party, or will be away from home on election day. The online voter registration process is available at www.oregonvotes.gov. You can provide the new information online at www. oregonvotes.gov or by completing and returning a voter Registration cards are also available at any county registration card to your county elections official. elections office, the Secretary of State’s Office, and some state agencies such as the DMV. Do I have to register with a political party to vote? What identification do I provide? No you do not. However, by joining a political party You must provide your valid Oregon Driver’s License, you are able to select the party’s candidates either by Permit or ID number. A suspended Driver’s License is voting in a party’s primary election or by participating valid, a revoked Driver’s License is not valid. in other nomination processes. If you do not have valid Oregon ID, provide the last four If you do not select a political party you will still digits of your Social Security number. receive a ballot for every election you are entitled to If you do not have a valid Oregon ID or Social Security vote at. However, the ballot you receive for a primary number you can find a list of acceptable alternative election will not include any political party candidates. identification online at www.oregonvotes.gov.
Voters Not Registered with a Political Party The Independent Party of Oregon has opened its primary election to voters who are not members of a party for the May 2018 election. The Democratic Party of Oregon and Oregon Republican Party primaries will be only for voters registered with their party. To receive a ballot for the Independent Party of Oregon, complete the information below, sign it, and return it via email, mail, fax, or in person to your county elections office as soon as possible, but no later than5 pm on April 24, 2018. This will not change your voter registration. Contact information for your county elections official can be found on page 4 of this pamphlet.
I choose to participate in the Independent Party of Oregon primary election and request their ballot for the May 15, 2018 election.
Full Name:
Address:
Signature: Date: Official 2018 Primary Election Voters’ Pamphlet 9
Use online voter resources to register or update your registration status. oregonvotes.gov
qualifications
Are you a citizen of the United States of America? yes no
Are you at least 16 years of age? yes no
If you mark no in response to either of these questions, do not complete this form.
personal information *required information last name* first*middle
Oregon residence address (include apt. or space number)* city*zip code* date of birth (month/day/year)*county of residence phone email mailing address (required if different than residence) city zip code
Oregon Driver's License/ID number political party
Provide a valid Oregon Driver’s License, Permit or ID: Not a member of a party
Constitution Democratic Independent I do not have a valid Oregon Driver's License/Permit/ID. The last 4 digits of my Social Security Number (SSN) are: Libertarian Pacific Green xxx -x x - Progressive Republican I do not have a valid Oregon Driver's License/ID or a SSN. Working Families I have attached a copy of acceptable identification. Other
signature I swear or affirm that I am qualified to be an elector and I have told the truth on this registration.
sign here date today
If you sign this card and know it to be false, you can be fined up to $125,000 and/or imprisoned for up to 5 years.
registration updates Complete this section if you are updating your information. previous registration name previous county and state home address on previous registration date of birth (month/day/year) 10 Additional Information | Voters with Disabilities
Resources for Voters with Disabilities
Contact your county elections office or call 1 866 673 8683 to request these resources.
Alternate Format Ballots ´´ HTML ballot Available to voters who are unable to mark a printed ballot. Voters can vote in the privacy of their own homes using their own accessible tools. Voters who do not have accessible tools at home may vote the HTML ballot using a tablet computer. An accessible computer station is located in every county elections office. ´´ Large print ballot
Alternate Format Voting Guides ´´ Statewide Voters’ Pamphlet Available in digital audio or accessible text at www.oregonvotes.gov. Request a CD of mp3 format audio files from your county elections office by phone. ´´ Easy Voting Guide Available in print and accessible HTML at easyvotingguide.org.
Additional Resources ´´ Large print voter registration card ´´ Signature Stamp Attestation Card If, because of a disability, a person is unable to sign a ballot or registration card, they may use a signature stamp or other indicator that represents their signature. A signature stamp attestation form must be completed along with an updated (or new) voter registration card. Official 2018 Primary Election Voters’ Pamphlet 11
Voters Assistance
Contact your county elections office or call 1 866 673 8683 to request these resources.
I need assistance to vote Any voter with a disability can request assistance to register to vote, vote their ballot and/or return their ballot. You can also request assistance from a caretaker, care provider or someone else you choose.
Who can provide assistance to a voter? ´´ A County Voting Assistance Team ´´ A Facility Voting Assistance Team ´´ Someone chosen by the voter
Who cannot provide assistance to a voter? ´´ The voter’s employer ´´ An agent of the voter’s employer ´´ A union officer or agent of a union of which the voter is a member 12 Voting Information | Oregon Voter Bill of Rights
You have the right to
If you are a US citizen, live in Oregon, are 18 years old and have registered to vote.
You have the right to vote even if You have the right to a secret you are homeless. vote. You do not have to tell anyone how you voted. You have the right to vote if you have been convicted of a felony but You have the right to get a have been released from custody, “provisional ballot”, even if you are even if you are on probation or told you are not registered to vote. parole. You have the right to get a new You have the right to vote even if ballot if you make a mistake.
you have a guardian and even if te By Mail you need help reading or filling out You have the right to vote for the Vo person you want. You can write in 30) your ballot. 00 someone else’s name if you don’t 7- You have the right to vote or cast like the choices on your ballot. and 254; your ballot if you are in line by 8pm on Election Day. You have the right to vote “yes” 246, 24 7, 7, or “no” on any issue on your ballot. 00 90 and 165- You have the right to know if you 00
01- are registered to vote. You have the right to leave some choices blank on your ballot. The 5-0 You have the right to choose choices you do mark will still count. whether or not you want to register as a member of a political party. You have the right to use a voting system for all Federal Elections that You have the right to use a makes it equally possible for people 16 t of 2002; OAR signature stamp or other mark but with disabilities to vote privately Ac te
first you have to fill out a form. No and independently. Vo one can sign for you. You have the right to know if your Chapters 13 tion, Sections 2 and 3; ORS You have the right to ask for help ballot, including a “provisional from elections staff or from a friend ballot”, was accepted for counting. or family member. There are some people who cannot help you vote, You have the right to file a Manual; Help America Manual; Help for example, your boss or a union complaint if you think your voting (Oregon Consti tu officer from your job. rights have been denied.
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Political Party Statements Candidates In the Primary Election, designated officers of any Oregon statute (ORS 254.155) requires the Secretary of statewide political party who intend to nominate can- State to complete a random order of the letters of the didates for the general election may file for inclusion alphabet to determine the order in which the names of in the state voters’ pamphlet, a statement that argues the candidates will appear on the ballot. for the success of its principles and the election of its candidates on a statewide or county basis or opposes The alphabet for the 2018 Primary Election is: the principles and candidates of other political parties J, P, Q, V, U, B, Z, Y, A, O, I, D, W, X, L, E, S, T, G, R, M, or organizations on a statewide or county basis. H, C, F, N, K Candidate statements included in the pamphlet are Duties and Responsibilities of separated by office type and position and are further Precinct Committeepersons arranged in the same random order in which the names of candidates will be printed on the ballot. In the Precinct Committee Persons (PCPs) encourage voter primary election pamphlet, partisan candidate state- registration, vote on official party business, elect ments are further separated by political parties. county party leadership and nominate State Represen- tatives or State Senators when there is a vacancy in Statements are arranged in the following manner: one of those offices. ´´ Independent candidates by position in ballot PCPs are only permitted for major political parties. The order Democratic Party of Oregon and the Oregon Repub- lican Party have both chosen to elect PCPs, while the ´´ Republican candidates by position in ballot order Independent Party of Oregon has chosen not to utilize ´´ Democratic candidates by position in ballot order PCPs. ´´ nonpartisan candidates by position in ballot Each precinct is allotted a number of male and female order PCPs based on the count of registered voters in the precinct as of January 31, 2018. Individuals can only Candidates pay a fee, or submit signatures in lieu of file for (or serve in) one precinct at a time. However, paying the fee, for space in the voters’ pamphlet. The the individuals can choose whether they want to file to information required by law—pertaining to occupation, serve in the precinct they reside in or an adjacent one. occupational background, educational background and prior governmental experience—has been certified as Individuals must be registered members of the party true by each candidate. for 180 days prior to the filing deadline in order to run as a PCP for that party. Individuals who are under 18 at the time of filing can still file if they will turn 18 on or Disclaimer before the date of the primary election. Only the names Statements and arguments are printed as submitted. of filed candidates appear on the ballot, but spaces are The state does not verify the accuracy of information provided on the ballot for voters to write-in as many submitted by a candidate, political party, assembly of names as there are PCP positions available in the electors, or person supporting or opposing a measure. precinct. Individuals with the highest vote totals will The state does not correct punctuation, grammar, be elected, however, they must receive at least 3 votes syntax errors or inaccurate information. The only (including write-in votes) to be elected. changes made are attempts to correct spelling errors if the word as originally submitted is not in the diction- ary. Other errors in punctuation, grammar, or syntax are not corrected. 14 Political Party Statements | Constitution Party
Constitution Party The Constitution Party of Oregon maintains that our true heritage is freedom. Constitution Party members recognize that our nation was founded by God-fearing men wanting freedom from human tyranny, so they could obey the dictates of their consciences in accordance with the Bible. They applied the principles of the Declaration of Independence when constructing the Republic spelled out in the Constitution of the United States. We acknowledge that government derives its just powers from the consent of the governed. We concur with those who framed the Oregon Constitution in the late 1850’s. They said in Article I, Section 1, “... all men, when they form a social compact are equal in right: that all power is inherent in the people, and all free governments are founded upon their authority, and instituted for their peace, safety, and happiness...” We will lead the way back to the foundations of America’s greatness, nominating and/or supporting candidates who are com- mitted to these foundational principles: Our rights are inalienable, coming from the hand of the Creator. They are not given to us by ourselves or by government. These rights include the right to life from conception until natural death, the right to own property, and the right to choose how to live that life and use that property, without violating the rights of others as determined by a jury of their peers. Government is Divinely instituted to protect our rights by punishing evildoers and encouraging righteous behavior. Our system of laws is based on the Judeo-Christian moral code. The one known as the Father of the Constitution, James Madison, told his generation that they had staked the whole future of American Civilization and all our political institutions upon the capacity of mankind for self-government according to the Ten Commandments. Our nation is a sovereign nation, one nation under God. We must steer clear of entangling alliances with any portion of the foreign world and we must maintain a strong national defense. The powers of the federal government in our Republic are restricted to those specifically granted in the Constitution of the United States. That Constitution is not an instrument for government to restrain the people; it is an instrument for the people to restrain government -- lest it come to dominate our lives and our interests. The Bill of Rights appended to our Constitution has a reminder to the national government that it has only the powers delegated to it by ‘We the people’ through the Constitution. This then is our heritage, a heritage that in the past has produced a moral environment with unparalleled individual liberty and economic prosperity, a heritage that has been the envy of the nations of the world. It is a heritage worthy of our efforts to rebuild. We ask you to vote your conscience when electing new guardians for your future peace, safety and happiness. We remain con- vinced that voting for the lesser of two evils is still voting for evil and will not recover our heritage. We are raising a standard around which the wise and honest can rally, believing that the events of history are in the hands of God. The Constitution Party honors that heritage by nominating candidates who believe in our heritage. Look for them this fall on the General Election Ballot. Remember, if you don’t honor them with your vote, the candidates you really want can never win. If you have internet access, study our platform and other documents on line at: www.constitutionpartyoregon.com or contact: Chairman Jack Brown 1252 Redwood Avenue PMB 68 Grants Pass OR 97526 (541)659-4313 Vice-Chairman Bob Ekstrom 51163 Bankston Road Scappoose OR 97056 (503)317-8247 Political Party Statements | Democratic Party 15
Democratic Party The Democratic Party of Oregon is nearly one million strong, fighting for progress and helping elect Democrats from all corners of our state. There are several core beliefs that tie our party together: Democrats believe that we’re greater together than we are on our own—that this country succeeds when everyone gets a fair shot, everyone does their fair share, and everyone plays by the same rules. Our party is focused on building an economy that lifts up all Americans, not just those at the top. That’s why Democrats are working to make progress on issues like job creation, equal pay, education, health care, and clean energy. In Oregon, Democrats have led the nation on resisting the Trump agenda, refusing to cede to his dark vision for our nation’s future. We’ve passed legislation to support working families by increasing the minimum wage and providing paid sick leave, we’ve been a trailblazer on access to the ballot by implementing Oregon Motor Voter and online registration, and we continue to fight for all Oregonians, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, class, or ability. This election cycle, Democrats are poised to grow our majorities in Salem, return Governor Kate Brown to office, and elect Democrats up and down the ballot. Oregon’s Democratic congressional delegation well represents our values in D.C. and we are proud to stand behind Senator Ron Wyden, Senator Jeff Merkley, and our Democratic representatives. We invite all Oregonians to join us in affirming our determination that Oregon become a beacon of opportunity, tolerance, and freedom. Democratic Party of Oregon 232 NE 9th Ave Portland OR 97232 Phone: (503) 224-8200 Web: www.dpo.org 16 Political Party Statements | Independent Party
Independent Party The Independent Party of Oregon (IPO) was formed 11 years ago to provide greater representation for the 50-60 percent of Oregonians who feel neglected by the Democrats and Republicans. We have grown into Oregon’s third largest party, with over 120,000 members. We believe ordinary citizens don’t have enough influence over government policy. Government is not accountable, and politics has become too partisan and dominated by special interests and their money. There is not enough problem-solving. We work to: • Oppose spending on inefficient government programs. • Reduce special interest and “big money” influence over all government processes. • Increase transparency in government, especially on how tax dollars are spent. • Protect Oregon consumers from ripoffs and abuse. • Improve education and job training opportunities for Oregonians. • Provide incentives for business creation and expansion in Oregon, but only if the incentives return greater public benefit than they cost. We have led several fights in the Oregon Legislature for effective disclosure of campaign contributions, for transparency in government, and for more citizen participation in elections. 2018 PLATFORM Our 2018 expanded platform (www.indparty.com/platform) is based on our member surveys. Our goal is to align public poli- cies with the priorities of ordinary citizens in the areas of health care, education, campaign and ethics reform, and environmen- tal policy. For more policies, see our past Voters’ Pamphlet statements at www.indparty.com/vp. COMMUNITY BASED CANDIDATES We support candidates who have the backing and trust of their local communities, not the special interests that dominate the Republican and Democratic agendas. These special interests accounted for 97 percent of the $133 million spent on Oregon political campaigns in 2016 and most of the $31 million spent on state-level lobbying. In contrast, our small-donor democracy program provides support services for first time candidates. GET INVOLVED. BE A CANDIDATE. Contact IPO Secretary Sal Peralta at 503.437.2833 or [email protected]. THIS ELECTION If you are a non-affiliated voter, you can vote in the IPO primary (under state law) only if you request the IPO ballot. See ww.indparty.com/nav. If you are an IPO member, you automatically get the IPO primary ballot in the mail. We support these IPO candidates for the Oregon House: House District IPO Candidate 6 Al Densmore (write in – Jackson County) 19 Tyler Shockley (write in – Marion County) 15 Cynthia Hyatt 27 Brian Pierson 31 Brian Halvorsen 40 Chris Henry 58 Skye Farnham
We support Marc Koller for the 3rd Congressional District IPO nomination. If your IPO primary ballot has a blank instead of candidate names for some races, find and write in a candidate who supports the IPO agenda: www.indparty.com/writeins. WE ARE HAVING AN IMPACT In 2017, we began urging the Oregon Legislature to strengthen regulations on industrial polluters. Neither the Republicans nor Democrats would confront large pollution emitters. 3/4ths of all industrial polluters in Oregon were operating under invalid permits that in some cases were decades old. The EPA in 2015 revealed that Multnomah County and Portland are among the 1 to 2 percent worst places in America for airborne illness – including lung cancer – due to the high levels of pollution from industrial and vehicle emissions, particularly diesel trucks. After a 2018 audit by Oregon’s Secretary of State revealed that the state’s Department of Environmental Quality was failing to meet its core regulatory functions, a coalition succeeded in passing the first major overhaul of the state’s regulation of industrial polluters in more than two decades. We have also led the way in stopping the Legislature from making Oregon’s campaign finance laws even worse. The Center for Public Integrity in 2015 ranked Oregon’s campaign finance system as the worst in America – except for Mississippi. REGISTER AS AN INDEPENDENT PARTY MEMBER AND VOTE Consider joining: www.indparty.com/register. You will get the IPO primary ballot, if you join by April 24. VOTE. THINK. BE. INDEPENDENT. www.indparty.com — [email protected] — 503-687-1206 Political Party Statements | Libertarian Party 17
Libertarian Party The Libertarian Difference Do you dislike both the Democratic and Republican parties? Did you vote for someone promising hope and change, then get more of the same? Did you vote for someone promising to make America great again, only to get coarse morals and a foolish trade war? Did you vote for someone who promised affordable housing, but then supported policies that restricted supply and subsidized demand? Are the Democratic and Republican candidates living up to their promises and your expectations? Would you vote for them again, or only against someone who seems even worse? If you want something different, you need to support something different – join the Libertarian party, and vote for Libertarian candidates! The Libertarian Party of Oregon conducts its own primary election without taxpayer funding, unlike the major par- ties who use your tax dollars to benefit themselves. Our members will receive a separate Libertarian ballot to select candidates to advance to the general election. For three elections in a row, the Libertarian Party of Oregon has nominated more candidates for public office than all other minor parties combined. We are the only political party offering you a true alternative to the Democrats who think they know how to spend your money better than you do, and to the Republicans who outlaw what they think are bad decisions. Libertarians are not right or left or center, but we stand on principle and champion your freedom to do what you want with both your life and your money. Libertarian Party Statement of Principles We, the members of the Libertarian Party, challenge the cult of the omnipotent state and defend the rights of the individual. We hold that all individuals have the right to exercise sole dominion over their own lives, and have the right to live in what- ever manner they choose, so long as they do not forcibly interfere with the equal right of others to live in whatever manner they choose. Governments throughout history have regularly operated on the opposite principle, that the State has the right to dispose of the lives of individuals and the fruits of their labor. Even within the United States, all political parties other than our own grant to government the right to regulate the lives of individuals and seize the fruits of their labor without their consent. We, on the contrary, deny the right of any government to do these things, and hold that where governments exist, they must not violate the rights of any individual, namely: 1. the right to life – accordingly we support the prohibition of the initiation of physical force against others; 2. the right to liberty of speech and action – accordingly we oppose all attempts by government to abridge the freedom of speech and press, as well as government censorship in any form; and 3. the right to property – accordingly we oppose all government interference with private property, such as confiscation, nationalization, and eminent domain, and support the prohibition of robbery, trespass, fraud, and misrepresentation. Since governments, when instituted, must not violate individual rights, we oppose all interference by government in the areas of voluntary and contractual relations among individuals. People should not be forced to sacrifice their lives and property for the benefit of others. They should be left free by government to deal with one another as free traders; and the resultant economic system, the only one compatible with the protection of individual rights, is the free market. Be A Libertarian If these principles appeal to you, we invite you to switch your voter registration to “Libertarian” to join the cause of advanc- ing liberty and freedom. There are never any dues or fees required to participate in our elections or conventions, or to be a candidate for public office, and party leadership is directly elected by our members. There are many opportunities for true grassroots activism. For more information, visit our website: http://lporegon.org Facebook group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/lporegon/ 18 Political Party Statements | Pacific Green Party
Pacific Green Party THE POLITICAL REVOLUTION CONTINUES WITH THE GREEN PARTY In fact, it started with us. The Green Party has been at the forefront of political reform in Oregon, in the U.S., and around the world. Greens in Oregon have served as city councilors, mayors, commissioners and on the bench. Greens hold seats as Ministers and Members of Parliament around the world and have led the way on cutting edge issues such as climate change, electoral reform, health care for all, marriage equality and ending the War on Drugs. Today we call for: Protecting Our Planet Clean air and water. No LNG pipelines or terminals. Stop coal and oil trains. Reduce pesticide use. End destructive logging, energy extraction: fracking, tar sands, offshore drilling, mountaintop removal, and uranium mines. Enact a Carbon tax. Label and put a moratorium on GMOs. Create millions of jobs by transitioning to 100% clean renewable energy and invest in public transit, sustainable agriculture, and conservation. Education as a Right Abolish student debt to free a generation of Americans from debt servitude. Guarantee tuition-free, world-class public educa- tion through university level. Health Care as a Right Establish an improved “Medicare for All” single-payer public health care program for everyone. Empower the People Abolish corporate personhood. Enact electoral reforms for true democracy: public campaign financing, ranked-choice voting, proportional representation, and open debates. Ending Poverty Guarantee economic human rights, including access to food, water, housing, and utilities, to ensure every American a life of dignity. Peace and Human Rights Establish foreign policy based on diplomacy, international law, and human rights. End the wars and drone attacks, cut military spending by 50% and close 700+ foreign military bases. Lead on global nuclear disarmament. Racial Justicew No #BlackLivesMatter. End police brutality and mass incarceration. Create a Truth and Reconciliation Commission to eliminate the legacy of slavery that continues as pervasive racism. Give communities control over their police. Demilitarize the police. Justice for All Terminate unconstitutional surveillance, end persecution of whistleblowers, abolish secret kill lists, and repeal indefinite detention without charge or trial. Housing for All Shelter our homeless neighbors, create affordable housing, and protect neighborhoods from reckless development and gentrification. A Just Economy $15/hour federal minimum wage. Break up “too-big-to-fail” banks. Develop more cooperatives, public banks and public utili- ties. Make Wall Street, big corporations, and the rich pay their fair share of taxes. Replace corporate trade agreements with fair trade a greements. Freedom and Equality Expand women’s rights, protect LGBTQIA+ people from discrimination, defend indigenous rights, and create a welcoming path to citizenship for immigrants. DON’T JUST COMPLAIN ABOUT A “RIGGED SYSTEM.” DO SOMETHING ABOUT IT! JOIN US! REGISTER GREEN – become a member of the Pacific Green Party and join with thousands of your neighbors to build momen- tum for real change. DONATE GREEN – we depend 100% on contributions from individuals. We never accept contributions from corporations. And your contribution may cost you nothing! Visit oregontaxcredit.comr fo details. BE GREEN – get involved today! Together we create the change we need. Join us on facebook/pacificgreens, the web pacificgreens.org, and twitter @pacificgreens. Political Party Statements | Progressive Party 19
Progressive Party We fight for economic justice, human rights, environmental protection, and grassroots democracy. WE OPPOSE: the corruption of elections by big money, Wall Street bailouts, the continuing wars in Afghanistan, Iraq and Syria, “corporate personhood,” and NAFTA, WTO, and other “free trade” deals that let corporations override policies to protect labor, the environment, and consumers. WE SUPPORT: real campaign finance reform, Medicare for All, equal rights (including same-sex marriage), $15 minimum wage for all (now), and effective gun control. Endorsements Candidate Office Party Primary (or nonpartisan) Jo Ann Hardesty Portland City Council nonpartisan Julia DeGraw Portland City Council nonpartisan Dana Carstensen Metro Council nonpartisan Marc Koller U.S. Representative, 3rd District Independent Cynthia Hyatt State House #15 Independent Brian Halvorsen State House #32 Independent Chris Henry State House #40 Independent
We are very different from other parties. Democratic Republican Progressive Real campaign finance reform, particularly in Oregon NO NO YES End “corporate personhood” & constitutional rights for corporations NO NO YES “Medicare for All” comprehensive health care NO NO YES Oppose cuts in Social Security & Medicare benefits WEAK NO STRONG Increase minimum wage to living wage ($15 or more now) NO NO YES Employment for all (public works projects, WPA style) NO NO YES Increase income taxes on big corporations and the wealthy NO NO YES Strictly regulate toxic air pollution, including diesel emissions NO NO YES Tax emissions that cause global warming NO NO YES Elect the President by popular vote (not electoral college) NO NO YES Oppose Wall Street bailouts NO NO YES Repair, improve infrastructure (transit, water systems, etc.) WEAK NO STRONG Oppose wars in Iraq, Afghanistan, and Syria NO NO YES Slash military spending and foreign bases NO NO YES Clean energy; no nuclear subsidies NO NO YES No fossil fuel exports from Pacific Northwest ports NO NO YES Oppose offshore oil & gas drilling NO NO YES Require labeling of genetically engineered food NO NO YES Remember: Democrats controlled the Presidency and had 60% majorities in both Houses of Congress (2009-10) and did nothing about gun control. OREGON ISSUES Real Campaign Finance Reform: Oregon Democrats and Republicans have never enacted limits on political campaign contribu- tions but have repealed voter-enacted limits 3 times. Campaign spending for Oregon state offices has skyrocketed from $4 million in 1996 to over $50 million in 2016. The State Integrity Investigation of the Center for Public Integrity in 2015 graded Oregon an overall “F” in systems to avoid government corruption. Oregon ranked 2nd worst of 50 states in control of “Political Financing,” beating only Mississippi. THE OREGONIAN (2010) reported that Oregon candidates spend more on campaigns for the State Legislature, per capita, than anywhere other than New Jersey. Spending on such Oregon races has increased 50% since then. The average spent in 2014 by the top 10 Oregon Senate candidates was $750,000 each; spent in 2016 by the top 10 Oregon House candidates was $825,000 each. Some spent over $70 per vote. Oregon rates low on disclosure of funders of political ads. The Corporate Reform Coalition (75 progressive organizations) concluded that only 6 states have worse systems for disclosing independent expenditures. Oregon = “F” in disclosure; Washington = “A” Now, 10 states require that political ads identify their top funders, but not Oregon. Get Involved with State & Local Campaign Finance Reform: honest-elections.com. Invest in Oregon: The State Treasurer should direct part of Oregon’s $89 billion of investment funds to invest in public works and jobs for Oregonians instead of investing in vulture capitalists, corporate raiders, leveraged buyout artists, and fossil fuel corporations and vendors. Fair Taxation: Oregon has the 4th highest income taxes of any state on lower-income working families and remains lowest in taxes on corporations—the source of most campaign contributions in Oregon. Other Issues: See our testimony on hundreds of bills at the Oregon Legislature: progparty.org/leg progparty.org – [email protected] – 503-548-2797 20 Political Party Statements | Republican Party
Republican Party The Oregon Republican Party is working for all Oregonians by promoting limited government, lower taxes, and personal responsibility. We ask you to join our party and support our candidates because these basic policies improve our nation for everyone. Limiting government gives everyone the opportunity to achieve success. Lowering taxes gives you the opportunity to keep the money you earn and obtain your dreams. Personal responsibility teaches people not to be dependent on the government thereby maximizing freedom for all. We’re proud to be the majority party in many parts of Oregon, but we need your help to implement our policies statewide. Join us as a volunteer, a precinct committee person, or help us promote Republican Principles. What is a PCP? The 650,000 registered Oregon Republicans are the grassroots heart of the Republican Party of Oregon. Precinct Committeemen and Committeewomen are chosen from among that 650,000 to organize advocacy for Republican political principles in their Oregon neighborhoods and communities and support for Republican candidates for office. The PCPs also control the state Republican party (ORP). They elect the office holders in their county Republican Committees, who, in turn, set policy for and elect the officials of the Oregon State Republican Party. The PCPs also select delegates to the state and national Republican conventions. PCPs and the County Officers whom they elect are the primary organizing and directing force for the thousands of additional Republican volunteers who arise from the electorate to work on behalf of Republican principles and candidates. What are Republican Principles? Republican principles are timeless. They have been found to be the best way for people to live together, while exercising their fundamental individual rights to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. That happiness – the pursuit of the greatest enjoyment of the blessings of a human life – requires protection for life, liberty, private property, and common sense ethical principles. These principles are established in the founding documents of our Constitutional Republic. Individual Republicans express these principles in many ways and live their lives in a wide variety of manners that are enabled by American freedom. Individual Republicans hold, with variations, most of the following views: • The strength of our nation lies with the individual. Each person’s dignity, freedom, ability, and responsibility must be protected and honored. • Equal rights, law and order, equal justice and equal opportunity for all Americans, regardless of race, creed, sex, age or disability must be preserved. • Free enterprise has made America a land of opportunity, economic growth, and prosperity. Come join the Oregon Republican Party, be part of the political process, be part of our winning team. Please register as a Republican and become an active citizen. Join us, for a better Oregon! Contact us: Oregon Republican Party [email protected] https://oregon.gop 503-595-8881 25375 SW Parkway Ave, Suite 200, Wilsonville, OR 97070 Political Party Statements | Working Families Party 21
Working Families Party What is the Working Families Party? The Working Families Party is fighting for a better future for Oregon. One where the economy works for everyone, not just the wealthy and well connected. One where politicians are accountable to working people, instead of corporate lobbyists. One where all of us, no matter where we come from, urban and rural, coast to eastern Oregon, can find a good job, get healthcare when we need it, afford a home, send our kids to good schools including a debt free college education, and have a secure retirement. We’re about improving the economy for working people. This is our number-one, number-two, and number-three priority. We fight for new jobs, living wages, workers’ rights including the right of unions to bargain collectively, affordable childcare, better education, health care for everyone, fair work schedules and a government that listens to working families, not big corporations or other high-powered special interests. How do we make sure that politicians listen to us? The Working Families Party is a minor political party that uses fusion voting, which allows us to cross-nominate candidates from major parties if they agree to support our values and our issues. If not, we can run our own candidates, but we prefer not to be spoilers or to waste your vote. We try to use our place on the ballot strategically. We research the records of all candidates running for office in Oregon – for city, county, state and federal offices – Democrats, Republicans or Independents. We ask them questions about specific issues. Then we support the ones with a commitment to standing up for the bread and butter economic issues that really matter to working- and middle-class families. What does it mean when you see “Working Families” next to a candidate’s name? It means you know that they have our seal of approval – and you can vote for them with the confidence that they will do the best job of fighting for working people. What issues will we ask Working Families Party candidates to champion while in office? During the 2019 legislative session we are asking WFP electeds to address issues including: campaign finance reform, paid family and medical leave, to fight mandatory arbitration in employment and consumer contracts, putting Oregon’s money to work creating jobs here in Oregon and fighting for fair trade policies on a federal level. Join us! The Working Families Party is the electoral arm of the Resistance. We are working to create a party that represents all working people, of all races, gender identification, and immigrant status. We want to work together to develop a people’s platform that will bring about positive economic and social change; that will reject the false populism and racist vitriol of the Trump era. Vote for WFP-nominated candidates to send a message that these issues are important, and help us build an organization that can truly represent working people in Oregon politics. Learn more and sign up at www.WorkingFamilies.org 22 Candidates | List of Candidates
Independent Party Republican Party Democratic Party
US Representative US Representative US Representative 2nd District 2nd District 2nd District Mark R Roberts* Randy Pollock* Eric Burnette Greg Walden Michael Byrne Paul J Romero Jr Tim S White Governor Raz Mason Dan (Mr P) Pistoresi* Jamie McLeod-Skinner Skye J Allen* Governor James (Jim) Crary Patrick Starnes Knute Buehler Jennifer (Jenni) Neahring Keenan W Bohach* Greg C Wooldridge State Senator Jonathan I Edwards III* Governor 3rd District David W Stauffer Ed Jones* No Candidate Filed Jeff Smith Kate Brown Jack W Tacy* Candace Neville Brett Hyland* State Representative Bruce Cuff Sam Carpenter State Senator 5th District No Candidate Filed 3rd District Julian Bell 55th District State Senator Kevin Stine No Candidate Filed 3rd District Athena Goldberg 56th District Curt Ankerberg Jeff Golden No Candidate Filed Jessica L Gomez State Representative State Representative 5th District 5th District Pam Marsh Sandra A Abercrombie* 55th District 55th District Karen Rippberger Mike McLane 56th District 56th District Taylor Tupper E Werner Reschke
*Candidate chose not to submit a voters’ pamphlet statement. This is a complete listing of federal and state candidates for the May 15, 2018, Primary Election, as prepared by the Secre- tary of State for counties covered in this pamphlet. County and local government candidates are listed only if those offices are eligible to appear in this pamphlet. The ballot you receive may include additional local candidates and measures that do not appear in this pamphlet. Official 2018 Primary Election Voters’ Pamphlet 23
Nonpartisan
Commissioner of the Bureau of County Commissioner Labor and Industries Klamath County, Position 2 Lou Ogden Kelley Minty Morris Val Hoyle Jack Howard*
Judge of the Supreme Court Position 2 Rebecca Duncan Position 3 Van Pounds Meagan A Flynn
Judge of the Court of Appeals Position 6 James C (Jim) Egan Position 9 Erika Hadlock* Position 10 Rex Armstrong Kyle L Krohn
District Attorney Klamath County Eve A Costello* 24 Candidates | Independent Party Candidates
Governor Patrick Starnes Independent
Occupation: Cabinetmaker for 30 years Occupational Background: Decades of Public Service Educational Background: Graduated from Umpqua Community College and University of Oregon with degree in history. Prior Governmental Experience: Elected twice to Douglas Education Service District and once to McKenzie School Board Patrick Starnes Independent for Governor Biography Patrick Starnes grew up in Oregon and went to Winston- Dillard Schools while his father worked at the particle board mill to support the family. During his young adulthood he apprenticed in fine furniture making and cabinetry and then went to college. Starnes worked as a freelance cabinetmaker for over 30 years.Currently he and his wife make their living restoring old houses. MORE MANUFACTURING JOBS After decades of experience as a cabinetmaker Starnes understands the needs of regular working people. He believes that: -We can do more with our wood products. -We can build more finished wood products; manufactured in Oregon rather than shipping raw materials out of the state by removing barriers to, and providing incentives for, local businesses. REAL ELECTED EXPERIENCE Starnes has over ten years of experience as an elected school board member. Starnes feels every politician in Salem should have school board experience: dealing with unfunded mandates, increas- ingly unstable school funding and the forced firing of young teachers. He sees the degradation of our schools as a tragedy for our youth and our future. GET BIG MONEY OUT OF POLITICS Everyone knows that big money is corrupting our democracy. We will not have fair and clean elections as long as large donations are allowed in our democracy.Starnes is the only candidate for governor who is limiting his donations to $100 per person and he is challenging every politician to, “just say NO to big money!” Campaign finance reform is Starnes number one priority. Call: 541-580-9120 or email: [email protected] (This information furnished by Starnes for Oregon.) Candidates | Republican Party Candidates 25
US Representative, 2nd District US Representative, 2nd District Greg Paul J Walden Romero Jr Republican Republican
Occupation: Small Business Occupation: Appliance Field Owner; U.S. Representative Service Technician - Generalist Occupational Background: Occupational Background: US Oregon Small Business Owner Navy Cryptologic Technician since 1986 Communications/Networks - CTO1, Investment Executive, Educational Background: Business Owner, Project Graduate, University of Oregon; Hood River Valley High Manager, Business Development Prior Governmental Experience: Oregon Legislator Educational Background: Bachelor of Science from SIU in Greg Walden is Fighting to Improve the Management of our Workforce Education & Development, work towards BS Federal Forests: Enough is enough. It’s time to change how double major in Mechanical Engineering & Mathematics. our forests are managed. For too long we've seen jobs disap- Prior Governmental Experience: 10 years US NAVY, pear and mills close, while smoke chokes our air and fires Honorable Service. 1 year service Dept of the Navy, HRSC ravage our watersheds and habitat. Meanwhile, access to our Southeast, Stennis Space Center. public lands is reduced and our rural communities struggle to provide basic services. We should restore forests after fires I grew up in Central Oregon, and am an engaged single father and allow multiple uses on our public lands. of five, 10 year Navy Veteran, Honorable Service. I worked as a US Navy Communications expert to Outside Sales Greg Walden Supports a Stronger Military and Securing our Engineer. From bucking hay bales to Materials Coordinator. I Border to Strengthen our National Security: We must do am a Boyscout from Troop 28 Prineville, Oregon and attained more to support our men and women in uniform to make sure the rank of Life Scout. I put myself through college and have they have the equipment, resources and training they need WORKED my entire life. to accomplish their mission and keep themselves and our country secure. We must also make sure our veterans get the I stand with you and support: pay and benefits they’ve earned and deserve. * Term-limits (Unlike Greg Walden who is a 25+ year Greg Walden Succeeded in Efforts to Improve Health Care Professional Politician. What has he really done for you?) for Children and Rural Communities: From working with local * Real accountability for elected officials leaders to tackle the deadly opioid epidemic and fund our community health centers, to fully funding a record 10-year * Fully support 2nd Amendment extension of the Children’s Health Insurance Program--that * Secure borders covers 122,000 Oregon kids and pregnant women--we’re making real progress. Now we need to go after the high costs * Lower taxes of insurance, copays, deductibles and health care. Consumers * Affordable housing deserve better. * Sound land management Greg Walden is Leading the Effort to Deploy Rural Broadband to Oregon Communities Which is Essential for * Economic development providing employment and oppor- Economic Development, Education, and Tele-Health Delivery. tunities for OUR fellow Oregonians Consumers deserve access to faster internet connections, I'm a leader with a no-nonsense approach to politics, not a especially in rural areas, some of which lack it altogether. professional politician, and I know I can make the difference We’re working to pass legislation to do just that. you'll be proud of. I believe that you can't properly represent Greg Walden is Working Hard to Strengthen and Secure people if you can't relate to them. A lifetime of varied experi- Medicare and Social Security. ence allows me to relate to you. I understand the struggles of the last eight years as I've experienced them like so many of PLEASE VOTE FOR GREG WALDEN FOR U.S. you. REPRESENTATIVE When things are at their worst, WE AMERICANS are at our (This information furnished by Walden for Congress, Inc..) best. Let's get back to our best and do a better job keeping it there as we rebuild Oregon CD2 for us and our children. I'm here to represent YOU. Sincerely, PJ Please visit my website www.romero4oregon.com, and FB page "Paul Joseph Romero Jr" to learn more about me as your Candidate. (This information furnished by Paul J. Romero, Jr..) 26 Candidates | Republican Party Candidates
Governor Governor Knute Greg C Buehler Wooldridge Republican Republican
Occupation: Physician; State Occupation: Public Speaker Representative Occupational Background: Occupational Background: Captain, United States Navy Inventor, business owner (Ret.), Commanding Officer, Naval Air Station Lemoore, Educational Background: 3x Commander Navy’s Blue Roseburg High; Oregon Angels, FedEx-Express Line State University; Rhodes Scholar, Oxford University; Johns Check Airman Hopkins, M.D. Educational Background: Blackburn College – Bachelor Prior Governmental Experience: Budget Committee, Bend- Degree, Economics, Defense Language Institute LaPine School District Prior Governmental Experience: Served honorably for 27 AFTER 30 YEARS, LET’S RETIRE KATE BROWN years in the United States Navy. Commanding Officer of “I’m running for Governor to lead and fix the big problems Naval Air Station Lemoore and selected as a 3X Commander that have been avoided, ignored or made worse by Governor of the Navy’s famed Blue Angels. Brown. Gov. Brown is fixated on national politics–I’ll fix local problems. She’s raised taxes–I’ll veto them. She’s loaded new - LEADERSHIP- regulations on small businesses–I’ll cut red tape. She afraid “Oregonians must demand accountability. As our next gover- to reform the budget and PERS–I’ll take-on the government nor, I will lead the effort in transparency and work to restore unions. She’s indifferent to failing schools–I’ll rescue them. the public’s trust in their government. Together we will turn She ignores health care waste—I’ll hold the bureaucracy our state around.” – Greg Wooldridge accountable. Kate Brown believes in the power of govern- ment–I believe in the power of people. -ENDORSEMENTS- Together, with your vote, we can defeat Kate Brown and bring “Greg is PRO-LIFE and is the only candidate for governor needed changes to the Oregon we love.” endorsed by ORTL PAC.” – Knute Buehler – David Kilada, Political Director, OREGON RIGHT TO LIFE A FIGHTER FOR TAXPAYERS PAC Knute led the charge against Brown’s $1.4 billion energy tax and $1.2 billion in new taxes she's passed in the last two “Greg supports the 2A, period. That is why as a Life years. He called-out and opposed new fees on inner-tubes, Member of the NRA I support Greg.” paddleboards, used cars, coffee, beer and spirits. He voted - Mike Fitz, Clackamas County against a new statewide payroll tax and freeway tolls for Portland commuters. Unlike Brown, Knute was outspoken “Greg is a qualified, conservative, and proven leader that against Measure 97’s massive $6.1 billion sales tax. Oregon deserves.” A DEFENDER OF SMALL BUSINESS - Fmr-Senator Charles Starr, (R-Washington County) Standing firm against an avalanche of new government regu- -PRIORITIES- lations, Knute has earned top ratings from small business, farming and taxpayer groups for votes against new costly, *Improve Education - Oregon’s public education system is job-killing rules and mandates. broken. Greg believes tax-dollars must go directly into the classrooms to empower teachers to educate and produce A CHANGE-AGENT REFORMER positive results; results in which we can all be proud. Following the Kitzhaber-Hayes scandal, Knute forced the Empowering parents and students with educational choice Salem political establishment to implement tough new must be a priority. policies to protect government whistleblowers who speak-out against corruption and waste from political intimidation. *Economic Growth - Oregon’s traffic congestion, regulations and high taxes are killing economic opportunity in Oregon. A PROVEN ELECTION WINNER Greg believes new roads, reducing regulations and lowering Twice-elected to the legislature in tough campaigns from taxes are essential to creating a business friendly environ- an 11% Democrat-majority district, Knute has taken-on ment in Oregon. Attracting new business while expanding powerful special interests and won by building a coalition of existing business is critical to a stable and healthy economy. Republicans, Independents and Libertarians – creating the opportunity for real change. *Restore Trust - Restoring the public’s trust in their elected officials is essential. Greg has spent a lifetime building teams WWW.KNUTEBUEHLER.COM and leading people. The corrupt political cronyism in Salem (This information furnished by Knute for Governor.) must end! Greg will make Salem transparent and accountable to the people. “I humbly ask for your support and VOTE in the May 15th Primary Election.” – Greg Wooldridge Contact the campaign: [email protected] (This information furnished by Wooldridge for Oregon.) Official 2018 Primary Election Voters’ Pamphlet 27
Governor Governor David W Jeff Stauffer Smith Republican Republican No Photo Submitted Occupation: Environmental Occupation: Computer Invention Innovator Programmer Occupational Background: Occupational Background: Securities Analyst, Division Small business owner, of Finance and Corporate Entrepreneur, Author Securities, Dept. of Business Educational Background: B.S., and Consumer Services, State Oregon Institute of Technology of Oregon; Business Manager, North Slope Borough School District, Barrow, Alaska. Business and Accounting Adjunct Prior Governmental Experience: none Instructor, University of Portland, Portland Community I grew up on a cattle ranch north of Elgin, OR. After graduat- College, Mt. Hood Community College, and Northwestern ing Oregon Institute of Technology, I moved to Los Angeles to School of Law at Lewis & Clark College. Boy Scout work in the aerospace industry. After working in four different Scoutmaster. countries on three different continents, I moved back to Educational Background: BA University of Chicago, MBA Oregon to start an aerospace manufacturing facility. I started University of Portland, JD Northwestern School of Law at with a bare field. I built a building, bought machines, installed Lewis & Clark College. machines and started manufacturing parts for the aerospace industry. Along the way, I was a careful observer of Oregon Prior Governmental Experience: Securities Analyst, Division politics. of Finance and Corporate Securities, Dept. of Business and Consumer Services, State of Oregon; Business Manager, A Thinking Man’s Strategy North Slope Borough School District, Barrow, Alaska. It has been 36 years since a Republican was elected as Practiced law in the Courts of the Oregon State Court System. Governor of Oregon. I have a thinking man’s strategy for win- Dave Stauffer is the solutions candidate–the environmental ning this election. You have to be competitive in Multnomah solutions candidate who has four new innovations that are county. Most Republicans were down 150,000 votes or more workable, scientific solutions to the environmental problems in Multnomah county, and they lost. They lost because of Oregon. He has an invention that provides fresh, clean they talked about issues that most Republicans have a high water for irrigation, fire suppression, and drinking to eastern priority on: things like abortion, gun rights, logging on public and southern Oregon. That same invention will also pro- lands and tax cuts. Focusing on these things always leads to vide pollution-free electricity using the in-pipe generators losing the election. developed by Lucid Energy, Inc. That same invention will Instead of giving you a laundry list of issues, I only have one provide flood control, which will eventually make it possible issue – winning! To win, you have to focus on issues that to restore the salmon fish runs up the Columbia. He has an we are all suffering under. We all suffer under the heavy invention that will use Fresnel lens and the sun to heat water weight of medical bills that are too high. We pay for medical for hot water heaters and to heat houses using the free heat insurance that is too expensive to use. We have an education and rays of the sun. That same invention also provides almost system that is ranked 43 out of 50 on academics and safety. free air conditioning in the summer. He also has a solution for We have the third highest dropout rate. Veterans need more Oregon's traffic congestion problems for both the morning help. and evening rush hours. More importantly, he will cut down on the air pollution from cars and trucks idling in rush hour No matter what Republican candidate you like in the primary, traffic jams. if they lose the election, you will have no influence in Salem. I can beat Kate Brown. I can win this election. I need you to See "Dave Stauffer for Governor - Facebook" for short videos join the Jeff Jet and we will fly right over Kate Brown. Vote that, according to Facebook, have had over 1.1 million video for Jeff Smith! views. www.jeffforgov.com (This information furnished by Dave W. Stauffer.) (This information furnished by Jeff Smith For Governor.) 28 Candidates | Republican Party Candidates
Governor Governor Bruce Sam Cuff Carpenter Republican Republican
Occupation: Realtor®, Broker Occupation: multi-business owner, entrepreneur, consul- Occupational Background: tant, author. Sales Manager, Purchaser, Superior Tire Service Occupational Background: JOB PRODUCER; founder and CEO Educational Background: B.S. of industry-leading telecom- Political Science, Willamette munications company in Bend University; Chemeketa Community College; Oregon State for 34 years; turn-around specialist working with hundreds of University; Gervais High School small businesses and multi-million dollar corporations; global Prior Governmental Experience: Precinct Committee Person; philanthropist, building schools; on-the-ground management Marion County Board of Property Tax Appeals; U.S. Army; in forestry, construction, engineering, utilities, and more; Army National Guard of Oregon author of bestselling book on business management, opera- tion, and success. Family: Bruce and Wife, Vonna, live in Mehama. Four children and three grandchildren. Educational Background: New York State Ranger School, A.A. Degree. Community: Board Member, Treasurer, Adult Sunday School Teacher at Santiam Chapel, Lyons; Member, Joseph Prior Governmental Experience: none. Storehouse of Hope; Salem Association of Realtors®; REPAIRING OUR GOVERNMENT Bruce Cuff: I am a strong supporter of the Trump-Pence agenda, and not a politician. I’m a businessman and turn-around specialist – Conservative Values. expert in quickly repairing struggling businesses. Conservative Principles. Our system of government is failing and must be overhauled Your Conservative Voice as Governor NOW – and that won’t be done by yet another career politi- cian. Career politicians made this mess! BRUCE CUFF on Taxes KATE BROWN MUST GO "I support eliminating business taxes, attracting business to Governor Brown MUST be retired – and that will take a Oregon. More private sector employment and fewer govern- conservative Republican...not a pro-choice, anti-Trump ment jobs equals a more prosperous Oregon." Democrat-lite. BRUCE CUFF on Property Rights and Public Lands We WILL win control of the House and Senate – a 2018 "I will protect private property rights, returning land-use deci- Oregon Red Trifecta! sions to the county by appointing "rural friendly" members to WHAT I BELIEVE the Land Conservation Development Commission." I am passionate about limited government, individual free- "The People of Oregon's land needs to be managed locally. dom and personal responsibility: All revenue generated from public lands needs to stay local • Pro-life, protecting the life of the unborn. and fund schools and county services. Local management • End Sanctuary State status. will decrease wildfires in Oregon." • Get the PERS crisis under control NOW. "I support Oregonians right to hunt and fish on their public • Fully support the Second Amendment, as written. lands." • Promote public school choices, vouchers, and home schooling. BRUCE CUFF on Schools • STOP wildfires; promote healthy forests with level- "School Choice. Parents and teachers will be empowered headed timber policy. when the money follows the student. Locally funding educa- • Cut taxes and slash regulations to promote statewide tion and healthy competition will result in the best education economic growth. for all children." • Restore fiscal sanity to failing state agencies. • Reduce spending and shrink the size of government. BRUCE CUFF on 2nd Amendment • Cultivate a government that is small, super-efficient, and "The right to bear arms shall not be infringed. Restrictions on unobtrusive. law-abiding citizens will be opposed." • Appoint constitutional judges and agency executives who support our conservative principles. BRUCE CUFF on Oregon First SUPPORTING OUR PRESIDENT "Hardworking Oregonians deserve a Governor who will put In early 2016 I was the single statewide Oregon political their safety and welfare First. Oregon should not be a sanctu- candidate to endorse Donald Trump. Our President really is ary State, it's unlawful and unconstitutional." making America Great Again – now we must Make Oregon Bruce Cuff is pro-life, a strong advocate for the unborn. Stop Great Again! public funding of abortion. Oregon needs a governor who can work together with "I will be your conservative voice on taxes, property rights, President Trump as a partner, not an antagonist. local control of public lands, school choice, putting Please join me. Let’s Make Oregon Great Again! Oregonians First as Governor." makeoregongreatagain.com "I ask for your vote in the Republican primary." facebook.com/samcarpenterfororegon (This information furnished by Bruce Cuff.) twitter.com/CarpenterforOR (This information furnished by Friends of Sam Carpenter.) Official 2018 Primary Election Voters’ Pamphlet 29
State Senator, 3rd District State Senator, 3rd District Curt Jessica L Ankerberg Gomez Republican Republican
Occupation: Certified Public Occupation: Founder and CEO Accountant of Rogue Valley Microdevices, Inc. Occupational Background: 30 years experience in public Occupational Background: accounting Small business owner Educational Educational Background: AA Background: California State University - B.S. Business Degree, Suffolk County Community College Administration-Accounting Prior Governmental Experience: Legislative Aide For Sen. Prior Governmental Experience: none Alan Deboer; Board Chair, Rogue Workforce Partnership; Co-Chair, State Workforce Investment Board; OIT Board of Oregon is a visually-beautiful place to live, but thirty years Trustees; Oregon Business Development Commission; STEM of democrat mismanagement have driven Oregon to the Investment Council; Medford Housing Advisory Committee; brink of bankruptcy. PERS is currently $25 billion in debt, it 10 Year Plan For Oregon devours 25% of education's budget, and it decimates vital public services. http://www.oregonlive.com/business/index. Community Leadership: Chamber of Medford/Jackson ssf/2017/09/pers_oregon_pension_deficit_cl.html County; Medford Rogue Rotary; Rogue Advanced Manufacturing Partnership; Southern Oregon Angel Although state revenues are increasing 8% annually, insatia- Investors; Co-Founder, Sustainable Valley Technology Group ble democrats demand more. Democrats attempted to pass a gross sales tax, they passed a sales tax on health insurance Family: Husband, Pat; two children. premiums, and now democrats demand a 35-cents-per-gallon “Jessica is a compelling leader who can inspire Oregonians cap-and-trade gasoline tax, to fund more failed socialist from all backgrounds and unite the Senate in a way that will programs. I OPPOSE TAX INCREASES. improve the lives of all Oregonians.” Oregon schools are poor-performers. Medford has a 42% Senate Republican Leader Jackie Winters pass-rate. https://schools.oregonlive.com/district/Medford/ Building A Strong Economy State agencies are plagued with scandals. Democrats squandered $300 million on "Cover Oregon", and $200 million Encouraging innovation and entrepreneurship will promote on "Columbia River Crossing". economic vitality and diversity across Southern Oregon. I know what it takes to start and grow a small business that As a fiscally-conservative CPA, with thirty-years of complex creates family-wage jobs in our community. As your State financial experience, I've managed some of the largest Senator, I will make job creation and economic growth a accounting firms in America, including Moss Adams in priority. Medford. I possess the developed skills and experience to tackle the most demanding issues. Using Our Tax Dollars Wisely My opponent is an unskilled, liberal democrat, who recently Despite record tax revenue, Oregon is still struggling to registered as a republican, in order to run in the GOP primary. balance its budget. PERS and Medicaid continue to demand With her husband, she's a minority-percentage owner of a more of our tax dollars. As your State Senator, I will look for small, low-tech business. A State Senator's primary respon- ways to streamline state government and efficiently allocate sibility is to analyze and approve state budgets and taxation, resources to better support our community. yet my opponent possesses ZERO in-depth financial skills, A Better Future, Together which are mandatory. Access to healthcare, affordable housing, and safe neighbor- My opponent is heavily-financed with big-money from Wall hoods are vital to a healthy community. We can solve the Street PACs, and the CORRUPT Chamber of Commerce, challenges ahead if we work together. As your State Senator, whose cronies have misappropriated almost $50 million I am committed to a collaborative and solutions-oriented from Medford taxpayers. She's their groomed puppet. She'll approach to tackling problems and improving our commu- reciprocate them with more crony capitalism. Further, my nity. By working together, we can create a better future for opponent's campaign treasurer was successfully sued for Southern Oregon. bankruptcy fraud. https://www.oregonoutpost.com/promi- nent-republican-campaign-treasurer-accused-bankruptcy- “Jessica is a problem solver who will be a strong voice for fraud/ Southern Oregon in the State Senate.” WE CANNOT AFFORD TO ELECT ANOTHER FAILED LIBERAL State Senator Alan DeBoer CORRUPT CRONY CAPITALIST, IDENTICAL TO ALAN Endorsed By: DEBOER. State Senator Alan DeBoer Curt Ankerberg is the ONLY conservative candidate, with proven, battle-tested financial skills that are essential to save Senate Republican Leader Jackie Winters our state. I'LL FIGHT FOR YOU! Representative Sal Esquivel (This information furnished by Curt Ankerberg.) Representative Duane Stark (This information furnished by Friends of Jessica Gomez.) 30 Candidates | Republican Party Candidates
State Representative, 55th District State Representative, 56th District Mike E Werner McLane Reschke Republican Republican
Occupation: State Occupation: State Representative; Attorney; Representative. Small business Lt. Col., Oregon Air National Owner. Guard. Occupational Background: Occupational Background: State Representative. Online Lawyer; Publishing Company Marketing Professional, CEO. Wrinkledog, Inc, Xerox Corporation, Tektronix, Inc. Educational Background: J.D., Lewis and Clark Law School; B.S., Agricultural Resource Economics, Oregon State Educational Background: B.A. Business Administration, OSU; University; Condon High School. Sunset High School Prior Governmental Experience: State Representative; Prior Governmental Experience: State Representative, Republican Leader, House of Representatives; Joint Ways and Vice-Chair House Committee on Energy & Environment; Means Committee; Circuit Court Judge, pro tem, Deschutes Member on House Committees: Revenue; Higher Education & County; Law Clerk, Oregon Supreme Court, US Attorney's Workforce Training; Economic Development & Trade. Office. Family: Married 27 years; one son. Military Experience: Staff Judge Advocate, JFHQ, Kingsley E. Werner Reschke has excelled in serving his community Field, 173rd Fighter Wing; Judge Advocate, 142nd Fighter during his first term as State Representative for Southern Wing, 41st Infantry Brigade. Klamath & Lake Counties. He secured over $50 million in ABOUT MIKE McLANE capital construction bonds for Oregon Tech & Klamath Community College building projects. He worked to stop Mike grew up in Condon, Oregon and was active in 4-H, FFA, taxes on ground water and energy production (Cap & Trade). and sports. He worked wheat and cattle ranches and the He stood strong for the National Guard at Kingsley field, family alfalfa farm. Today, Mike lives with his wife on a small including HB 4035 which grants tuition assistance to quali- farm in Crook County. They have three grown children. fied Guard members. Werner worked closely with Klamath MIKE McLANE for STATE REPRESENTATIVE County Commissioners to pass HB 3206 (economic develop- ment bill) and HB 3435 (road fund intergovernmental loan FIGHTING FOR JOBS program). He also secured $1 million for the Klamath Youth Mike McLane is fighting for local jobs – and winning the fight. Integration Program to help troubled young women choose Because of his work to increase private sector jobs, Mike was a path of recovery. He helped secure $245 million of tax-free named one of the top legislators for 2013 by the Oregon Farm bonding for the Red Rock Biofuels project in Lake County. Bureau, Oregon Wheat League, Oregon Business Association, E. Werner Reschke believes in the founding principles of life, Oregon Associated General Contractors, and Oregonians for liberty and the pursuit of happiness. Werner stands strong Food and Shelter. In 2015, Mike was named “Legislator of the for rural communities with all Oregonians being given the Year” by the Oregon Economic Development Association. opportunity to prosper by limiting government’s scope and FIGHTING FOR QUALITY SCHOOLS power. Mike supported several reforms that are improving our Werner will continue to protect taxpayers and reduce waste- schools and helping school districts better plan their budgets. ful state spending to make Oregon business friendly as well From giving parents and students more choice to encour- as environmentally responsible. Werner will champion life, aging innovation, Mike is giving us the tools we need to from conception to final breath, and stand strong for our strengthen our education system. second amendment rights. FIGHTING FOR VETERANS The government which governs best, governs least. Your LIBERTY First! In 2018, Mike introduced House Bill 4035, which grants tuition assistance to enlisted members of the Oregon National Endorsements: Guard, something every state but Oregon did. House Bill • Mike McLane, State Representative (House Republican 4035 passed unanimously in the Legislature and now is a key Leader) recruiting tool for the new generation of men and women • Bill Post, State Representative who serve in the National Guard. • Ken Kestner, Lake County Commissioner ENDORSEMENTS • Oregon Farm Bureau Federation • Patsy Gasser, Owner Basin Fertilizer & Chemical Co. LLC Oregon Farm Bureau Federation (This information furnished by Werner For Oregon.) and many more! Learn more at: www.VoteMcLane.com (This information furnished by Committee to Elect Mike McLane.) Voting Information | Voting & Ballot Prohibitions 31
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US Representative, 2nd District US Representative, 2nd District Eric Michael Burnette Byrne Democrat Democrat
Occupation: Candidate for Occupation: MASTER Congress STONEMASON Occupational Background: Occupational Background: I Merchant Ship Officer have over 50 years experience working in District 2; as a ranch Educational Background: hand and cowboy, working in California Maritime Academy, the woods planting trees and BS, Transportation fighting fire. As a commercial fisherman and musician. In the Prior Governmental Experience: Sr. Waterways Planner, orchards of Hood River & Wasco Counties. As an Instructional Columbia River, 2007-2014. Executive Director, Oregon Board assistant and basketball coach in Hood River Public Schools. of Maritime Pilots, 2014-2017 As a Ski School Director, coach and instructor on Mt Hood. I operated a flagstone quarry on the Yakama Nation and have ERIC BURNETTE for Congress been creating lasting works of beauty out of natural stone for Practical. Progressive. 35 years. I teach apprentice bricklayers the art of stone and Endorsed by: am a member of Bricklayers & Allied Crafts Local #1. Our Revolution Southern Oregon Educational Background: THE DALLES HIGH SCHOOL, United Food & Commercial Workers Union 1969. Attended Portland State University and Colorado Mtn Working Families Party College where I ran the Winter Sports Program. SPECIALIZED Oregon AFL-CIO TRAINING: as a CASA where I stood up for neglected children “He’s smart. He’s a hard worker with a big heart. I'm excited in court, and in Mountain Rescue and as a Mediator. he’s running!” Prior Governmental Experience: NONE Linda Bailey: Small Business Owner, Hood River It's been years since the working families of District 2 have First: Walden’s Obamacare repeal law would have knocked had a real representative in congress. The issues that are 30,000+ of his own constituents off health care – had it imporant to ordinary folks in Southern, Central and Eastern passed. It’s never acceptable to put people’s lives in peril. Oregon seldom get addressed. Eric never will. As a Champion of Working Men & Women, I promise to priori- HEALTHCARE – Everybody gets health care. Period. tze the needs of our scrappy and beautiful district. • Doctors’ offices instead of ERs. • Addiction and mental health services fully funded. Children come first. Our public schools are the Heart & Soul • End medical-cost bankruptcies. of our rural communities. • Every veteran gets VA medical benefits, regardless of dis- Health Care is a Right. Public Lands belong to all of us and charge status. access must be guaranteed. Resources must be managed for “He’ll shake up the system to create better patient care.” the greater good. Mary Goldstein: Social Worker on the front line of the opiate We must transition from Fossil Fuels to renewable energy! epidemic, La Grande Sun & Wind are the future! Climate Change is Real. WORKING FAMILIES – We don’t need a tax cut: WE NEED A Dreamers must be protected and real immigration reform RAISE! does not include a wall. • $15/hr. minimum wage – indexed to inflation. • Working family incomes must increase by inflation plus three It is time to have a discussion on the merits of National percent. A $50K income becomes $67K in 10 years. Service for All. We lack a shared experience that truly will • Re-unionize the American workforce. Unions brought us the define us as Americans. There is a job for everyone! Rich & middle class. They’ll bring it back. Poor alike. • Immigrants are an essential asset to our economies and congressmanbyrne.com communities. THANK YOU “Eric cares deeply about working family income and health care.” Kevin Billman: UFCW local 555 (This information furnished by Michael Byrne for Congress.) RURAL INVESTMENT – Rural America deserves its fair share of federal investment. • Modern infrastructure for ag and business. • Universal broadband. • Modern schools, medical, and civic buildings. • Affordable housing. • Safe and adequate water, power, and sewage utilities. “He can deservedly win votes across the political spectrum.” Chris Harker: Former Oregon State Representative Eric has a progressive vision for a healthy, prosperous rural Oregon: One where our high school grads stick around because there are good opportunities right here. ERIC BURNETTE for Congress! www.BURNETTE4Congress.com (This information furnished by BURNETTE FOR CONGRESS.) Official 2018 Primary Election Voters’ Pamphlet 33
US Representative, 2nd District US Representative, 2nd District Tim S Raz White Mason Democrat Democrat
Occupation: Retired - U.S. Occupation: high school Automotive Manufacturing teacher; hospital chaplain, resilience coach Occupational Background: Division Chief Financial Officer Occupational Background: from Chrysler Corporation; domestic violence shelter Environmental and Wildlife worker/trainer; long-haul truck Protection Volunteer driver Educational Background: BS Business Economics Indiana Educational Background: Bryn Mawr College, bachelor's in University; MBA Indiana University Kelly Graduate School of mathematics; Seattle University, Master of Arts in Pastoral Business Studies; Harvard Divinity School, Master of Divinity Prior Governmental Experience: Volunteer for congressional Prior Governmental Experience: None campaigns and voter initiatives in Michigan and Oregon Since Reagan, under-taxation of the wealthiest has allowed My vision for the district will encompass 4 Core Values: the top 1% to own more wealth today than the bottom 90%. This harms working families and underfunds essential CV 1: Economic Opportunity: Support infrastructure services. Wildfires, hurricanes, flooding, and drought from spending including improved north / south and east / west climate change threaten civic stability, agriculture, and the highways in the district neccessary to attract new business national economy. Authoritarianism genuinely threatens our opportunities. Promote development of solar farms. Ensure democracy’s survival. These are urgent issues to which I schools provide the training these new enterprises will respond with calmness, courage, and clear insight. require. A hospital chaplain, I stay calm with people during their most CV 2: Inequality of Income and Wealth Distribution: Fight to painful times. Trained at two VA hospitals, I take war seriously stop and reverse the abominable inequality of wealth in the and know our sacred duty to military personnel. U.S. where 10% now own 76% of the wealth. This will include standing up for union rights, maintaining, not reducing A science teacher, I understand climate change. A social stud- corporate tax rates, and applying equal taxation on ALL forms ies teacher, I’ve thought deeply about our complex country of individual income. and can craft strong policy. CV 3: Health Care Cost and Accessibility: Attack the root In my classroom I hold students to high standards. I honor cause of our health care crisis. At $10,000 per person students’ unique stories AND challenge them to respect each annually, the US costs are 2 and 1/2 times that of ALL other other. I’ll bring to Congress a focus on individual excellence developed nations with a life expectancy ranking of 31st in AND community well-being. the world. Champion a single payer system that will allow us A former domestic violence shelter worker/trainer, I know to force pharmaceuticals to fairly price drugs, ensure hospi- how abuse of power leads to violence, and the importance of talization procedures and costs are reasonable, and continue standing up to bullies. coverage for pre-existing conditions. From work alongside the police and military, I understand CV 4: Protect Our Environment: Ensure the EPA is fully there ARE real security threats in the world. I take them seri- funded guaranteeing 40 years of environmental improve- ously AND understand risks from unnecessary escalation. ments are maintained, and not allow corporations to once again use the earth as a dumping ground. Ensure government A former long-haul truck driver, I understand the dignity of scientists are not prevented from discussing and sharing their hard work and daily struggles of working families. concerns over climate change. Adequately fund the forest Learn more at voteraz.com. and national park services allowing them to hire the neces- sary staff required to manage the forests. To win District 2, the Democratic winner must appeal to ALL voters. A strong Democrat, I also speak persuasively to As your congressman, my focus will be those issues directly conservatives’ concerns: security, the national economy and impacting the 2nd district. jobs, supporting agriculture, and strengthening our rural (This information furnished by Tim S White.) communities. Demonizing and blame are the low road. The high road is creativity, courage, and extending dignity to all people. We can do this. (This information furnished by Raz Mason for Oregon.) 34 Candidates | Democratic Party Candidates
US Representative, 2nd District US Representative, 2nd District Jamie James (Jim) McLeod-Skinner Crary Democrat Democrat
Occupation: Natural Resources Occupation: Retired Professional Occupational Background: Occupational Background: Attorney for the Municipality Judicial Clerk, Klamath County of Anchorage (1983-1997); Circuit Court; Law Clerk, BP Procurement/Contracts/ Army Corps of Engineers; Supply Chain Management Environmental Planner, Santa Department (1997-2013) Clara Valley Water District; Regional Director, International Educational Background: BBA Pacific Lutheran University; Rescue Committee J.D. University of San Diego School of Law Educational Background: JD, University of Oregon; MRP Prior Governmental Experience: Greensprings Rural Fire Planning, Cornell University; BS Civil Engineering, Rensselaer District Board Polytechnic Institute To reclaim our democracy, we must end the unjust influence Prior Governmental Experience: City Manager, Phoenix, OR; of corporations and the ultra-rich in politics. Currently they City Council Member, Santa Clara, CA have the loudest voice in politics; I am running to give a Rooted in Our District VOICE TO THE PEOPLE. My family roots run deep in our district. From Medford, Bend, I am the only candidate who has pledged not to take money Jordan Valley, Ashland and Crooked River Ranch, we bridge from corporations and special interests. I am only taking the urban-rural divide. I graduated high school in Southern campaign contributions from individuals. Oregon, and my wife’s family has been ranching in eastern I have a detailed plan to publicly fund elections; neutralizing Oregon for over 100 years. the influence of corporate/special interest money in politics. Public Service Experience I whole-heartedly support Single Payer Health Care. During my two terms in elected office, I built a reputation as I support a plan to go 100% renewable energy by 2035. socially progressive, fiscally responsible, and dedicated to Combating Climate Change through job-creating renewable- integrity. I’m independent-minded and show up to listen. My energy projects is not only vital on its face, but wind and track record is to fight for my constituents, including against solar infrastructure will be great for well-paying jobs in rural corporate interests. I have what it takes to get things done. Oregon. For too long rural Oregonians have been neglected, Woman With a Plan pushed to the side. No more. To support rural communities, we need infrastructure that encourages local economies to Now is the time to audaciously reclaim our democracy. I work thrive. across party lines for our Oregon Values, of building healthier families and stronger communities, by investing in: For years people have talked about how complicated it is to save Social Security. It is not complicated. My plan requires Physical Infrastructure the super-rich to pay their fair share by simply removing the • Living wage jobs and economic development to rebuild current income level cap on Social Security taxes. our middle class • Renewable energy to combat climate change As an Army veteran and proud father of a son and three • Safeguarding our public lands daughters, I will be a tireless warrior for human rights issues • Affordable housing like equal pay for equal work, reproductive rights, paid family • Equitable Internet access for rural communities leave, affordable education, and citizenship for Dreamers. We can accomplish all of this and more together. Social Infrastructure • Healthcare for everyone My experience of over thirty years with contract negotiations • Better services for our veterans gives me the skills I will need in Congress to reclaim our • College or trade school tuition for public service democracy and give a VOICE TO THE PEOPLE! • Path to citizenship for Dreamers See my detailed plans on my website www.crary4congress. • Fighting the opioid crisis com Your Representative Questions? Email, call or text me at 541-531-2912, jim@ I understand our district. I have vision and the experience to crary4congress.com beat Walden. Our district has a tradition of strong, hardwork- (This information furnished by James A Crary.) ing women. After 125 years, it’s time we are represented by one. JamieForOregon.com Endorsements include: Dr. Nathan Boddie, Bend City Council Stuart Warren, Phoenix City Council Stefani Seffinger, member of Ashland City Council Kevin Stine, Medford City Council and veteran Phil Studenberg, Klamath Falls City Council Dale Thompson, Former Condon Mayor Mayor Darby Ayers-Flood (This information furnished by McLeod-Skinner for Oregon.) Official 2018 Primary Election Voters’ Pamphlet 35
US Representative, 2nd District Jennifer (Jenni) Neahring Democrat
Occupation: Palliative Care Doctor; improving quality of life for people with chronic illnesses Occupational Background: Internist; Kidney Specialist Educational Background: BS and MD, Northwestern University Prior Governmental Experience: Oregon Health Authority Palliative Care Advisory Council Dr. Jenni Neahring A bold and ethical leader who will bring Oregon values to Washington, D.C. For Dr. Jenni Neahring, being a physician means finding long- term solutions that help people live better, healthier lives. That’s what she will do for Oregonians. Dr. Jenni understands the unique challenges our communities face. She’ll fight for tools to help our families succeed like affordable healthcare, well-paying jobs, and excellent schools. As your Congresswoman, Dr. Jenni will stand up to partisan attacks on our seniors, threats to the environment, and more. Healthcare Reform That Works Dr. Jenni will help fix our broken healthcare system. • Simplify health insurance through affordable health coverage for all • Attack the causes of illness and disease with preventive care • Drive down the cost of prescription drugs Strengthen Our Public Schools Dr. Jenni is committed to high-quality, hands-on education that prepares our kids for success. • Ensure every student graduates with the skills to succeed in college or rewarding careers • Support teacher success with smaller class sizes, continuing education, and the resources they need Grow Our Economy with Family-Wage Jobs Dr. Jenni will fight for hard-working Oregonians and the fair wages that will support our families. • Improve access to job skills training in rural Oregon so workers can stay competitive • Encourage investment in clean energy infrastructure that creates local jobs and preserves our natural resources • Guarantee net neutrality and high-speed internet for all Oregonians Proudly endorsed by: Donald Berwick, MD, Former Administrator, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Sally Russell, Bend Mayor Pro Tem Bruce Abernethy, Bend City Councilor Chris Van Dyke, Outdoor Industry Leader Mike Thorne Jim Shames, MD, Jackson County Lee Murdoch, MD, Medford Maui Meyer, Former Hood River County Commissioner And many more www.DrJenniForCongress.com (This information furnished by Friends of Jennifer Neahring.) 36 Candidates | Democratic Party Candidates
Governor Governor Kate Candace Brown Neville Democrat Democrat
Occupation: Oregon’s Occupation: Real Estate Governor Broker/Developer Occupational Background: Occupational Background: Family and Children’s Realtor. Developer. General Advocate; Portland State Contractor. Free-lance writer. University Instructor G.E.D. Instructor. Quaker minis- ter. Legal Educational Background: B.A., University of Colorado; J.D., Northwestern School of Law, Lewis and Clark College Educational Background: BA in Sociology from University of Iowa Prior Governmental Experience: State Representative, 1991- 1996; State Senator, 1997-2008; Secretary of State, 2009-2015; Prior Governmental Experience: BA in Sociology from Governor, 2015-present University of Iowa Kate Brown Is On Our Side Location and timing. My vision for Oregon begins with combining our revered pristine natural environment with bur- Kate Brown took over as Governor at a time when faith in geoning frontier economic opportunities that lead to Oregon state government was badly shaken. She went right to work, prosperity and leadership nationally and globally. I invite focusing on strong schools, good jobs, and quality health- tech companies, solar, wind and other like-kind industries to care. She passed needed ethics reforms and is increasing invest and thrive here. And to pay their fair share of taxes. I transparency and accountability in state government. adamantly oppose gas pipelines digging up our land for LNG Fighting for Oregon Families exports to benefit outside interests competing with the clean energy economy we want to grow. Oil wells in the ocean are • Protected healthcare for Oregonians, including 400,000 a direct affront to our lucrative tourism industry and harm the children, because everyone should be able to see the ocean itself. Oil is last century’s boon-typewriters in a com- doctor when they’re sick puter society. I favor solid investment in education. I support • Passed paid sick leave, so workers don’t risk losing their a single payer health care system, Planned Parenthood and jobs when they’re sick or caring for a sick child its work to ensure the health and choices of women. Equal • Improving graduation rates to make sure every child pay with a strong minimum wage revitalizes the economy graduates high school with a plan for their future myriad ways. Oregon depends on our migrant workers • Preserving the Oregon we love by protecting clean air, and their advanced and excellent agricultural skill, and clean water, and public lands exceptional factory and service industry work. Our economy • Working to keep communities safe from gun violence by would suffer deeply without them. Immigration reform must requiring criminal background checks be handled intelligently, respectfully and carefully. We are • Defending women’s rights to make their own healthcare a sanctuary state in a sanctuary country. I promote train decisions transportation for goods and commuters and tourists. We Helping Workers and Small Businesses must invigorate coastal towns that have the opportunity to be ocean shipping centers. I would forcefully promote sensible • Increased the minimum wage, because no one working gun legislation. "Cap and trade and invest" addresses global full-time should live in poverty warming and health as air pollution causes lung conditions • Signed the Oregon Promise, reducing community col- and higher medical costs. We have protected and preserved lege tuition Oregon and will now turn our eyes to a more vibrant prosper- • Investing in career and technical education, preparing ity on our terms and best interests. Mutual respect, kindness Oregonians for good jobs that don’t require a college and the adventuresome spirit make Oregonians who we are. education, and enabling small businesses to hire skilled We are pioneers and have much pioneering to do. Oregon workers (This information furnished by Candace Neville.) Getting Results from State Government • After discovering disturbing results of years of neglect across state agencies, Brown brought in new leadership to increase accountability • Saved taxpayers millions of dollars through hiring freezes, reduced spending, and lower overhead • Making transportation improvements to reduce traffic while creating 16,000 new jobs The Right Priorities for Oregon As Governor, Kate Brown is working to create opportunity for every Oregonian and protect the state we all love. www.KateBrownForOregon.com (This information furnished by Kate Brown Committee.) Official 2018 Primary Election Voters’ Pamphlet 37
State Senator, 3rd District State Senator, 3rd District Julian Kevin Bell Stine Democrat Democrat
Occupation: Doctor Occupation: Medford City Councilor (2015 - Present) Occupational Background: Doctor Occupational Background: US Navy (2004 - 2013), Community Educational Background: Support Specialist/Peer Cornell University BA '94; New Support at ACCESS (2016 York Medical College, MD '00 - 2018) Prior Governmental Experience: No prior experience Educational Background: Southern Oregon University The American constitution starts with the words: "We The (Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science), Thomas Edison State People", not: "we, the special interests, the billionaires and College (AAS Electronic Studies), Rogue Community College corporate America". Even though our government is cor- Prior Governmental Experience: Chair of Medford Urban rupted by money and lobbyists, it is still the only place where Renewal Agency (2017), Vice-Chair of Medford Budget ordinary Americans can shape their future. Our future is ours Committee (2017 – Present), Delegate to the 2016 Democratic for the making. We need a better one than is currently in store National Convention for Bernie Sanders for us. Family: Married for 11 years to my wife, Casey, who serves As your Senator I will fight for: on the Medford School Board Budget Committee, and we are • A state run, not-for-profit health insurance system raising our young daughter, Riley. A taxpayer managed unified health insurance system is the Endorsements: only way to contain health care costs. Jeff Kinsella - Medford School Board Ryan Pederson - Talent City Councilor • Clean energy infrastructure Carol Voisin - former Ashland City Councilor Fossil fuels are poisoning our planet. We need a rationally Julian Cordle - Chair of Medford Parks and Recreation planned large scale clean energy grid to replace the fossil Commission fuel grid, and we need to build it rapidly. Everyone else I'm running because as a husband, father, veteran, and a needs to do this too, but we live in Oregon, so let's build Medford City Councilor, I see the problems that we face first- ours in Oregon. hand. As your State Senator, I will work to solve the housing • A state run, public / private bank modelled on North crisis, improve our education system, increase living wage Dakota's jobs, and provide Healthcare-for-All. We need to leverage our existing tax revenue to build As a Medford City Councilor, I have led or supported the affordable housing and clean energy infrastructure. We following: invest in it and we collect the revenue. • Increased transportation options by supporting Uber and • Corporate tax rules that level the economic playing field Lyft coming to Southern Oregon. • Worked to mitigate the issues of abandoned and blighted The profits of corporate America rely on avoiding taxes, homes. destroying free market competition and eliminating well- • Helped support the improvement of our emergency paid jobs. Those profits never make it to main street. Small services. businesses create jobs, big business gets rid of them. • Continued MURA which will invest $20M in funding for • Campaign finance reform Liberty Park and help downtown Medford. The most anyone should be able to contribute to a candi- I worked in social services, helping to house my fellow date is an amount that an average family could afford. This veterans, and I know the need in our community. Rents are ensures the government works for average families. continually increasing while wages are largely stagnant. I've personally seen my own rent go up hundreds of dollars the • An independent electoral commission to draw voting past few years. districts I know the challenges we face in the Rogue Valley, and I'm Gerrymandering eliminates your vote. Make your vote ready to work on Day 1 to give Southern Oregon the repre- count. sentation that we need. For more details: drjulianbell.com, FB Dr Julian Bell for I'm asking for your vote because I have the background, expe- Oregon Senate District 3, [email protected] rience, and drive, to solve the big issues in our community. (This information furnished by Julian Bell.) I'm running to make a difference. www.kevinstine.com www.facebook.com/stineforsenate 541-301-7062 (This information furnished by Kevin Stine for State Senate.) 38 Candidates | Democratic Party Candidates
State Senator, 3rd District State Senator, 3rd District Athena Jeff Goldberg Golden Democrat Democrat
Occupation: Director of Occupation: Producer/host: Behavioral Health, AllCare Immense Possibilities, PBS Health; Licensed Clinical Social Occupational Background: Worker Journalist; Host of JPR’s Occupational Background: Jefferson Exchange; Home Therapist; Mental Health construction contractor; Specialist at Jackson County Organizational consultant Mental Health and mediator; Whitewater river guide, founding President of Oregon Guides Association; Small business owner Educational Background: Arizona State University (MSW); Southern Oregon University (BA) Educational Background: Harvard University (two years); Master’s degree in Broadcast Communications, Stanford Prior Governmental Experience: Oregon Quality and Health University; Senior Fellow, American Leadership Forum Outcomes Committee, Behavioral Health Chair Prior Governmental Experience: Jackson County Athena has earned endorsements from: Commissioner; RV Council of Governments; Chair, Jackson- Sierra Club Josephine Job Council; Chief-of-Staff to Oregon Senate OR AFSCME 75 President; Oregon Criminal Corrections Commission; Oregon AFL-CIO Portland City Commission, water policy aide. Oregon Building Trades Council NARAL Pro-Choice Oregon PAC Community Service: Board member: RV YMCA; Jackson Oregon Women’s Investment Network County CASA; Oregon Special Olympics; SOREDI; Mediation Oregon League of Conservation Voters Works; Pacific Nonprofit Network; Project Rogue Valley. National Electrical Contractors Association Created Annual Abundance Swap. “Athena is needed in the Senate. There has never been a Let’s fight for a better Oregon more critical time to elect strong, compassionate leaders.” This midterm election is a gut check. We’ve seen what -State Senator Sara Gelser, 2017 Time Person of the Year cynicism and division does to national politics. That’s not us. “Athena is a woman of integrity and strong moral values. Oregon’s poised to lead the way to a practical future that puts She shares the same heart of service as my husband, people before special interests. Senator Alan Bates, and will work to better all Oregonians.” I want your support to fight for Oregon. Let’s join together to: -Laurie Bates • Build a sustainable economy for people, families, and Athena Goldberg communities, not Wall Street A Progressive Champion for Southern Oregon Families • Give our children a safe climate by investing in the As a mom, therapist, and former small business owner, I’ve energy of the future, not the past spent my life caring for Southern Oregon. While counseling • Deliver affordable universal healthcare our veterans, firefighters, teachers, police, nurses, and chil- • Champion robust public education–what all kids deserve dren, I’ve become intimately familiar with our community’s • Respect and uplift everyone, regardless of gender, race problems. or nationality. In Salem, I’ll be a bold, progressive leader, who will stand up I Work for You for working families, women, and seniors on the issues: Long after the average citizen leaves a public hearing, paid Healthcare Is A Right. I’ve worked to double the number of lobbyists remain behind. Their money corrupts government, children in Jackson County receiving healthcare, reduced which is why I will accept no campaign contributions from emergency room visits, and increased access to healthcare corporations, lobbyists, or special interest groups. Leadership overall by 27%. With my experience, I will guide the Senate’s is supposed to be chosen by elections, not auctions. efforts to provide every Oregonian with access to quality Jeff will lead: healthcare. “Jeff’s service to our community and principled stands on the Quality Schools. I’ve put three boys through Medford schools issues have been rock-solid for decades.” Pam Marsh, State and know our teachers need stronger support. By stabiliz- Representative District 5 ing school funding, we can give our children a 21st century education with an emphasis on science, technology, arts, and “Having Jeff Golden’s integrity, energy and proven leader- trade-skills. ship in the Senate would be wonderful for our region.” Anne Batzer, educator, longtime community volunteer Protecting Our Environment. Oregon must lead the fight against climate change and pollution. I will champion the “Jeff Golden would make an outstanding State Senator.” creation of local clean energy jobs, work to improve our air Former Secretary of State, Bill Bradbury quality, and fiercely defend our natural resources. Endorsed by Oregon League of Conservation Voters www.AthenaGoldberg.com GoldenforSenate.com (This information furnished by Athena Goldberg.) (This information furnished by Jeff Golden.) Official 2018 Primary Election Voters’ Pamphlet 39
State Representative, 5th District State Representative, 55th District Pam Karen Marsh Rippberger Democrat Democrat
Occupation: Oregon State Occupation: Educator Representative, House District Occupational 5 (2017-present); Co-owner, Background: Public School Green Springs Inn and Cabins Teacher; worked for various (1994-present) non-profits and private schools Occupational Background: Educational Background: B.S., Executive Director, Ashland Child Development (psychology), California Polytechnic State Emergency Food Bank (2012-2016); Administrator, OnTrack University, San Luis Obispo; Teaching Credential, Chapman (2005-2012); Coordinator, Santa Clara County Cities College Association (1992-1994); Field Representative, California Legislature (1984-1988) Prior Governmental Experience: As a public-school educator, she was a local government employee, subject to laws and Educational Background: Southern Oregon University (BA policy that were not always pertinent to local conditions. She 2005); UC Berkeley (1973-1975) understands the importance of local input to create good Prior Governmental Experience: Oregon State Legislature public policy that works for you. (2017-present); Ashland City Council (2012-2016); Ashland Values: Planning Commission (2006-2012); Ashland Charter Review Commission (2004-2006) A Teddy Roosevelt progressive who believes good steward- ship, good jobs, and fair wages will be our legacy. Member: State Broadband Advisory Council, Oregon • Puts public service before politics Retirement Savings Board • Concerned with family and community—including Legislative Committees: Revenue, Economic Development affordable housing, affordable, accessible health care, (vice-chair), Energy and Environment, Ways and Means outstanding education, and good jobs General Government Subcommittee. • Uses an open door policy to elevate the voices and views of constituents As the State Representative for southern Jackson County I • Fiscally responsible have been proud to support legislation that has produced • Solution-oriented advocate for the underserved and solid gains for the state’s families and communities: ignored • Funding to maintain services for the million Oregonians • Strong listener (including 400,000 children) on the state’s Medicaid • Acts with courage on behalf of those in need program • Sticks to the job until it's done right • Development of a transportation package that will • Consults openly with public provide money for streets, highways, bridges and public • Swears to defend the Constitution and the rights transit protected therein • Pay equity requirements to ensure that workers receive • Works for constituents, not corporations equal pay for equal work Public Service: • Broadband expansions to bring fast internet to our rural • Has addressed the needs of rural communities communities • Has successful record of addressing needs of the under- • Criminal justice reforms to provide robust local correc- served and has a solid record of advocacy on their behalf tional services for low-risk offenders • Successfully defended the rights of all students to have Still, we have more work to do. I will continue to fight for: equal educational opportunities • Volunteers at La Pine Chamber of Commerce to help • State policies that meaningfully reduce greenhouse gas stimulate local tourism and support home-town pride emissions • Tax and budget reforms that produce equitable, Karen promises to: adequate and stable revenues to support the services • Hold a town hall in every community with a school at Oregonians need least once a year • Programs for high-risk families to prevent abuse and • Address local needs, values, and concerns in Salem prepare young children for kindergarten • Represent her constituents, not corporations • Housing programs to incentivize development of afford- Endorsement: able and market-rate units and to upgrade/maintain existing homes Oregon League of Conservation Voters • Adequate funding for our cradle to career education About Karen Rippberger: system, including Rogue Community College and Southern Oregon University As an educator, she advocated for students throughout her • A sustainable, broad-based job market that offers oppor- career. During this time, she advocated for special-need tunities for individuals to grow and succeed students to have equal access to field trips, religious needs to be respected, and for all students to be able to attend the Oregon has tremendous assets, including a strong competi- Governor’s speech at her high school, regardless of academic tive economy and a robust natural environment. We also face performance. significant issues that require long-term focus and creativity. Vote Karen Rippberger—your voice in Salem With your support, I look forward to continuing this work in Salem. [email protected] Facebook: @KarenRippberger PamMarshforOregon.com 541-907-1642 (This information furnished by Committee to Elect (This information furnished by Karen 4 Oregon.) Pam Marsh.) 40 Candidates | Democratic Party Candidates
State Representative, 56th District Taylor Tupper Democrat
Occupation: Public Relations / News Department Manager - Klamath Tribes (1992-present); Small Business Owner Occupational Background: Wildland Firefighter, Certified Timber Cruiser, Paisley Chainsaw Crew - Winema Fremont National Forest Educational Background: Chiloquin High School Prior Governmental Experience: Elected Official of Klamath Tribal Council (2013-2015) Lifelong Klamath Resident Will Represent Your Best Interests in Salem I believe the future of Oregon belongs to all us. As your rep- resentative, I will use my skills to promote inclusive, common sense policies that are in the best interests of our communi- ties and future generations. I am a tribal native born in Klamath Falls, Oregon, raised on a ranch in the Sprague River valley and come from a long- line of cowboy and horse people. My tribal name is Lamina Wach – Thunder Horse. I am also proud to be of Quechan, Czechoslovakian, Austrian, and German descent. It is important that our state legislature reflects the cultural diversity of the areas they represent. I will listen intently to our communities, be at the table, and work hard to make good choices for our future. My community urged me to run and I decided to take up the challenge in part because of my commitment to stand against the Pacific Connector fracked gas pipeline that would run from Malin to Coos Bay, putting 400 waterways at risk, trampling private property rights, adversely affecting cultural resources, traditional sites, sacred places, and contaminating the water for future generations. I will not stand by silently and watch a foreign corporation benefit by destroying our shared environment. As your legislator, I will work for: Ecosystem Restoration Economic Development Youth Advocacy Forest/Natural Resource Recovery Tribal Rights Cultural Diversity and Equality Salmon Recovery Dam Removal Renewable Energy Cultural Tourism “Taylor Tupper is the right person to represent us in Salem. She is strong, reliable, ethical, and I support her all the way.” – Phil Studenberg Website: www.Tupper4Oregon.com Facebook: Taylor Tupper 4 Oregon Twitter: @Tupper4Oregon Sepk’ee’c’a- Thank You (This information furnished by Taylor Tupper 4 Oregon.) Candidates | Nonpartisan Candidates 41
Commissioner of the Bureau of Labor and Industries Commissioner of the Bureau of Labor and Industries Lou Val Ogden Hoyle Nonpartisan Nonpartisan
Occupation: Mayor of Tualatin Occupation: Wayne Morse (1995-to-present); Small Center for Law and Politics, Business Owner; Family University of Oregon Farmer Occupational Background: 25 Occupational Background: years Retail Management & Engineer, ESCO Corp. International Sales Educational Background: BS, Engineering, University of Educational Background: Emmanuel College, BA Illinois Prior Governmental Experience: Majority Leader, State Prior Governmental Experience: City Councilor, Tualatin; Representative 2009-2016; Federal Export Council of Oregon Past-President, League of Oregon Cities; Board Member, 2003-2009 National League of Cities; Metro Joint Policy Advisory WORKING FOR ALL OREGONIANS Committee on Transportation “I was taught to work hard—but also to hold the ladder for the Community Involvement: Rotarian; Tualatin Together (Youth next person. I’m a mother and a wife. I’ve run a small busi- Drug/Alcohol Prevention); Tigard-Tualatin Social Service ness, been a PTO President, and public servant. I’m running Resource Center; Emeritus - Washington County Community for Labor Commissioner because Oregon must develop the Action Organization; Washington County Human Rights economy and jobs of the future. I’ve earned support from Council Advisory Board business and labor, who found common ground on my pro- Lou Ogden: 25 years of proven, non-partisan leadership! posals to improve workforce training and Career Technical Education. I hope to earn your vote.” Under my leadership, Tualatin has become a prosperous community where people can live, work, and play. Since WE STAND WITH VAL being elected, Tualatin’s asset value has increased over $3 STRONG LEADERSHIP billion-dollars, and we’ve successfully facilitated creating “Val has always been a voice for the most vulnerable. She’ll thousands of family-wage jobs in Washington County. Every continue to protect the civil rights of all Oregonians.” community in Oregon deserves the same success. With your Barbara Roberts, former Governor vote, we can make that a reality! CHAMPIONING SMALL BUSINESS People, Not Politics “Val is a proven leader, who consistently stands up for small As our next Commissioner, I believe we must restore balance businesses. As Labor Commissioner, she’ll push for good between business and workers, and make sure everyone is paying jobs, and work on behalf of all Oregonians.” treated fairly. When companies don’t follow the law, we’ll Peter DeFazio, Congressman help bring them into compliance, not force them out of busi- FIGHTING FOR WORKING OREGONIANS ness or levy outrageous fines. “Val has what it takes to protect Oregon’s workers. Her I’ll focus on closing trade skills-gaps, so people can attain values, experience and passion make her a strong advocate higher-wage jobs. It starts by connecting our K-12 system to for working people.” Oregon's workforce needs. Tom Chamberlain, President, Oregon AFL-CIO I’m proud to have strong support from job creators and BUILDING CONSENSUS politically diverse leaders across Oregon! “Val is that rare combination of a good listener and strategic thinker who also rolls up her sleeves to get hard things done.” Tualatin Chamber of Commerce Sue Levin, Board Chair, Stand for Children Oregon Oregon Small Business Association PAC Oregon Family Farms Association PAC CREATING OPPORTUNITY Greg Walden, US Representative, Oregon’s 2nd District “We support Val because of her history of supporting Career Tom Hughes, Metro Council President Technical Education and workforce training that boosts our Andy Duyck, Washington County Commission Chair economy and creates opportunity. She will expand these Senator Chuck Thomsen – Hood River opportunities statewide.” Senator Cliff Bentz - Ontario Rod Belisle, Training Director, NECA/IBEW Representative Andy Olson -Albany ENDORSEMENTS Representative Dr. Cedric Hayden – Lane County Oregon State Fire Fighters Council Mayor Lori Chavez-DeRemer, Happy Valley Oregon Building Trades Council Mayor Steve Callaway, Hillsboro Oregon Nurses Association Mayor Casey Ryan, Troutdale NW Carpenters Union Mayor Sandra Roumagoux, Newport Planned Parenthood PAC Mayor George Endicott, Redmond Basic Rights Oregon Commissioner Bob Strosser, Jackson County UFCW 555 For more information and additional supporters, visit www. SEIU Vote4LouOgden.com or call me personally at 503-692-0163. EMILY’s List Oregon Home Builders Association “I’d be honored to earn your vote!” – Lou Ogden U.S. Senator Ron Wyden (This information furnished by Vote 4 Lou Ogden.) U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici (This information furnished by Friends of Val Hoyle.) 42 Candidates | Nonpartisan Candidates
Judge of the Supreme Court, Position 2 Rebecca Duncan Nonpartisan
Occupation: Judge, Oregon Supreme Court Occupational Background: Judge, Oregon Supreme Court (2017-present); Judge, Oregon Court of Appeals (2010-2017); Appellate Attorney, Office of Public Defense Services (2000-2010); Trial Attorney, Metropolitan Public Defender (1996-2000); Extern, U.S. State Department, Office of the Legal Adviser, Office of Law Enforcement and Intelligence (Fall 1995) Educational Background: University of Michigan Law School, JD (1996); University of Wisconsin-Madison, BA (1993); Catholic Central High School, Diploma (1989) Prior Governmental Experience: Judge, Oregon Supreme Court; Judge, Oregon Court of Appeals; Member - Legislative Work Group on Crime Victims’ Rights Implementation EXPERIENCED. DEDICATED. FAIR. EXPERIENCED Before joining the Oregon Supreme Court, Judge Duncan served on the Oregon Court of Appeals, where she authored opinions in a wide range of civil, criminal, and administrative cases. Prior to becoming a judge, she worked as a trial and appellate attorney, frequently litigating novel and complex issues. Judge Duncan is a leader and an educator; she has served on the executive committees of the Oregon State Bar’s Constitutional Law and Criminal Law sections, and she has frequently lectured on topics including appellate, constitu- tional, criminal, family, and juvenile law. DEDICATED Judge Duncan went to law school to pursue a public service career, and she is honored to have had the opportunity to do so as an attorney and judge. She recognizes the impor- tance of each case, to both the litigants and the law, and is conscientious and hard-working. She uses her knowledge, experience, and energy to serve the court and the citizens of the state. FAIR Judge Duncan has a deep commitment to the rule of law. She approaches each case with an open mind, considers all issues carefully and thoroughly, and bases her decisions solely on the facts and law. She is dedicated to fulfilling her judicial responsibilities in a manner worthy of the trust and respect of Oregonians. (This information furnished by Committee to Elect Judge Rebecca Duncan.) Official 2018 Primary Election Voters’ Pamphlet 43
Judge of the Supreme Court, Position 3 Judge of the Supreme Court, Position 3 Van Meagan A Pounds Flynn Nonpartisan Nonpartisan
Occupation: Lawyer, licensed Occupation: Justice, Oregon to practice law in Oregon Supreme Court and Missouri; Senior Policy Occupational Background: Analyst, Oregon Department Judge, Oregon Court of of Consumer and Business Appeals (2014-2017); Attorney, Services (DCBS). private practice (1994-2014); Occupational Background: Judicial Law Clerk, Oregon Chief of Enforcement and Securities, DCBS; Managing/Senior Court of Appeals (1992-1994) Counsel and Special Assistant Attorney General, Missouri Educational Background: Gonzaga University School of Law, Department of Revenue; Adjunct Instructor of Business Law, J.D.; Willamette University, B.A. Southeast Missouri State University; Assistant Regional Public Defender, State of Missouri; Assistant/Acting City Prior Governmental Experience: Oregon Law Commission Attorney, City of Cape Girardeau, Missouri. Standing Modernization Work Group; Oregon Rules of Appellate Procedure Committee Educational Background: Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Dispute Resolution and Juris Doctor (J.D.), University of Missouri- MEAGAN FLYNN Columbia; Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in History, Southeast OREGON SUPREME COURT Missouri State University. “I’ve known Justice Flynn to be a person of the utmost Prior Governmental Experience: See Occupation and integrity, intelligence and even-handedness since she clerked Occupational Background above. for me at the Oregon Court of Appeals. She is committed to upholding our Constitution and has my strong support.” Professional Memberships: Oregon State Bar (Administrative — Oregon Supreme Court Justice Robert Durham, retired Law Section); The Missouri Bar (Alternative Dispute Resolution Committee; Labor & Employment Law “Justice Flynn shares our common Oregon values of belief in Committee); Marion County Bar Association. the rule of law and trust in our justice system. We invite you to join us in voting for her.” Let's Make Your Vote Count — Democratic House Speaker Tina Kotek and Van Pounds is seeking a state judgeship. He also is seeking House Republican Leader Mike McLane to call attention to the process by which judges in Oregon get “Oregonians must be able to trust that the cases before our picked. State Supreme Court will be decided impartially and after Although the Oregon Constitution states that judges are to be full consideration of the issues. Justice Flynn understands elected by the voters of this state, the die is often cast long it is the responsibility of judges to earn that trust by decid- before any election. As judicial vacancies occur, the governor ing every case in a way that is both fair to the parties and unilaterally fills them by appointment. Such appointed judges consistent with the law.” thereafter gain the advantage of incumbency and rarely, Oregon Supreme Court Justices if ever, face an election opponent. Current judges on the Former Governor and Justice Ted Kulongoski Oregon Supreme Court serve as a prime example. Chief Justice Thomas Balmer Oregonians deserve a more meaningful say in who gets to Chief Justice Paul De Muniz, retired be judge. Justice Richard Baldwin, retired Justice David Brewer, retired Van Pounds offers voters a true ballot choice. He possesses Justice Rebecca Duncan the experience and commitment necessary to do the job. And Justice W. Michael Gillette, retired he understands the responsibility of the Court to not only Justice Rives Kistler resolve disputes, but provide timely legal guidance -- to the Justice Jack Landau, retired public, the bench and the bar – in a manner that demystifies Justice Susan Leeson, retired the law and minimizes the prospect of further disputes. Justice Virginia Linder, retired Consistent with the Code of Judicial Conduct, Van Pounds Justice Lynn Nakamoto pledges to perform the duties of judicial office fairly and Justice Adrienne Nelson impartially, and in accordance with the rule of law. He Justice R. William Riggs, retired welcomes your vote. Justice Martha Walters (This information furnished by Van Pounds.) Oregon Court of Appeals Judges Chief Judge James Egan Judge Rex Armstrong Judge Roger DeHoog Judge Chris Garrett Judge Erin Lagesen Judge Scott Shorr Judge Doug Tookey “Justice Flynn applies her sharp legal mind, her strong work ethic and her deep commitment to justice to strengthening and improving the application of Oregon's laws.” — Governor Kate Brown (This information furnished by Committee to Elect Judge Flynn.) 44 Candidates | Nonpartisan Candidates
Judge of the Court of Appeals, Position 6 Judge of the Court of Appeals, Position 10 James C Rex (Jim) Armstrong Egan Nonpartisan Nonpartisan Occupation: Court of Appeals Judge Occupation: Chief Judge, Occupational Background: Oregon Court of Appeals Judge; lawyer; truck driver; choker setter Occupational Background: Judge, Oregon Court of Educational Background: Appeals (2013-present); Judge, Linn County Circuit Court University of Oregon, JD; University of Pennsylvania, BA (2010-2013); Attorney/ Partner, Kryger, Alexander, Egan, Prior Governmental Experience: Oregon Supreme Court law Elmer & Carlson (1985-2010); U.S. Army Reserve (2006-2015); clerk; US Attorney law clerk; Intern for Senator Mark Hatfield Deputy Command Judge Advocate, A.S.G. Kuwait (2008- 2009); U.S. Marine Corps Reserve (1983-1995); U.S. Marine PERSONAL: Born in Salem; married; fourteen children, twelve Corps (1979-1982) adopted in China Educational Background: University of Oregon School of EXPERIENCED Law, J.D. (1985); Willamette University, B.S. (1979); West Oregonians elected Judge Armstrong to the Court of Appeals Albany High School, Diploma (1974) by overwhelming margins. He continues to serve with distinc- Prior Governmental Experience: Linn County Planning tion, writing opinions in the court's full range of cases. Before Commission (1986-1994); Tangent Fire Board (1996-2008) election, Judge Armstrong spent 16 years representing people before Oregon courts. Other Experience: Oregon State Bar House of Delegates (2001-2005); Oregon State Bar (admitted 1985); U.S. District RESPECTED Court Bar, District of Oregon (admitted 1996); Ninth Circuit "Judge Armstrong has been a hard-working member of Court of Appeals Bar (admitted 2000) one of the country's busiest appellate courts. The court has JUDGE JAMES EGAN many new members and needs the experience that Judge OREGON COURT OF APPEALS Armstrong brings." INTEGRITY. EXPERIENCE. TRUST. Former Oregon Chief Justice Paul DeMuniz and former Court of Appeals Chief Judge David Brewer INTEGRITY As a lawyer, judge and former service member, Judge Egan’s "We care deeply about Oregon courts and worked to appoint integrity is unquestioned. He brings an unwavering sense of judges who are committed to the rule of law and who under- fairness to his work as an attorney and a judge. stand Oregonians and their values. Judge Armstrong exem- plifies those qualities. We strongly support his re-election." EXPERIENCE A lawyer in private practice for 25 years, a Judge Advocate in Former Governors Barbara Roberts and Ted Kulongoski the U.S. Army in Kuwait, a Circuit Court Judge in Linn County, "We are legislators from opposite parties and sides of the nominated Chief Judge of the Oregon Court of Appeals by state, but we are united in supporting Judge Armstrong. He his fellow judges and appointed to that position by the Chief has done outstanding work applying the laws that we enact." Justice of the Oregon Supreme Court, his experience makes Judge Egan uniquely qualified for his seat on the Oregon Representative Jennifer Williamson (D. Portland) and Senator Court of Appeals. Cliff Bentz (R. Ontario) TRUST "Oregon’s employment laws are complicated, and employers Oregonians can trust that Judge Egan knows the impact laws and employees need to have a clear understanding of their have on our families. He raised his family in Oregon and responsibilities. Judge Armstrong’s clear and thoughtful knows the opportunities and challenges in this great state. He work has contributed to the body of law on which we rely brings Oregon values to the Court of Appeals. every day." “My philosophy is simple. A judge’s role is to impose the rule Greg Hartman, lawyer for unions and employees, and Paula of law without bias or prejudice. I approach each case with Barran, lawyer for employers an open mind. I carefully consider the issues before me, and RE-ELECT JUDGE ARMSTRONG I decide on the merits. I will uphold the Constitution and be accountable to the people of Oregon.” “I am honored to have been elected to serve Oregonians as a Court of Appeals Judge. I understand the important, but – Judge James C. Egan limited, role of judges in our government, and I pledge to (This information furnished by Committee to Elect continue to be a fair and impartial judge and to treat everyone Judge James C. Egan.) with respect.” Judge Rex Armstrong (This information furnished by Committee to Re-Elect Judge Armstrong.) Official 2018 Primary Election Voters’ Pamphlet 45
Judge of the Court of Appeals, Position 10 County Commissioner, Klamath County, Position 2 Kyle L Kelley Krohn Minty Morris Nonpartisan Nonpartisan
Occupation: Deputy Public Occupation: Klamath County Defender (2012–present) Commissioner Occupational Background: Occupational Background: attorney, Multnomah Klamath County Defenders, Inc. (2010–11) Commissioner, Business & Professional Management for Educational Background: private youth agency, Former J.D. cum laude, Georgetown University (2010); B.A. magna media professional for NBC News. cum laude, Whitman College (2006); diploma, Madison High School, Portland (2002) Educational Background: Bachelor of Arts; Communications and Business; Pacific Lutheran University. Graduated Summa Prior Governmental Experience: none Cum Laude. ——— Prior Governmental Experience: Klamath County Budget Transparency. Accountability. Fairness. Committee, Oregon Tech Board of Trustees, BLM Resources Advisory Council, Commissioner on the Oregon Business In a time when our nation faces grave threats to democracy Development Commission. and the rule of law, our courts must be open and account- able to the people. That’s why I’m running for the Court of KELLEY MINTY MORRIS for Klamath County Commissioner Appeals. As your county commissioner, Kelley Minty Morris: Currently, the Court of Appeals decides most of its cases by 1) Promotes Klamath County’s economic development. “affirming without opinion.” That means the court gives no explanation whatsoever for its ruling. For many civil, criminal, • Worked with key legislators to draft House Bill 3206, and administrative appeals, that non-explanation ends up successfully became legislation for growing technology being the last word. related jobs in Klamath County. • Working with Kingsley Air Base leadership and Such a practice is far less common in the rest of the country. Congressional Delegation to secure Kingsley’s future for Many other state and federal appellate courts give at least training pilots in the next generation of fighter aircraft. one or two sentences to explain their rulings. That helps the • Working to support agriculture and timber while devel- parties, other courts, and the public know why the court did oping new opportunities in energy, technology and the what it did—which keeps courts accountable. medical field. I think Oregon deserves at least that much. And I think our 2) Kelley Minty Morris works to make Klamath County opera- appellate court can do that much. I recognize that our judges tions more effective. have a tough job, and I respect the efforts they’re making. There are too many cases and not enough judges to give • Working to increase community clean-up efforts - includ- them all the attention they deserve. ing a new program allowing unpaid volunteers to help with code enforcement work. But there’s room for improvement. And I’m up to the task. In • Working to sell excess county property, getting proper- the last five years, I’ve written over 300 appellate briefs and ties back on the tax rolls and back into the hands of argued before the Court of Appeals over 60 times. My work is private business. high-quality, too—the Oregon Supreme Court has called my briefing “thoughtful.” (State v. Cuevas, 11/13/15.) In short, I’m 3) Kelley Minty Morris is a state leader, bringing recognition one of the most productive appellate attorneys in the state. and opportunity to Klamath County As a judge, I will bring that productivity to the court. I will • Working to restore forest jobs by serving on statewide work to end the “affirm without opinion” practice, without Oregon Association of Counties boards and committees. sacrificing the quality or speed of decisions. I believe that will • Working to develop job and business opportunities in make our courts more open, more accountable, and fairer to Klamath County by serving on the statewide Oregon all Oregonians. Business Development Commission. • Working to develop the Oregon Institute of Technology (This information furnished by Kyle Larry Krohn.) by serving on the OIT Board of Trustees, supporting the Catalyze Klamath contest. Kelley Minty Morris is working for you! (This information furnished by Elect Kelley Minty Morris.) 46 Voting Information | Ballot Instructions
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