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Voters’
Pamphlet
Oregon Primary Election
May 15, 2018
Dennis Richardson
Oregon Secretary of State
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.
OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE
DENNIS RICHARDSON
SECRETARY OF STATE
LESLIE CUMMINGS, PhD
DEPUTY SECRETARY OF STATE
ELECTIONS DIVISION
STEPHEN N. TROUT
DIRECTOR
255 CAPITOL ST NE, SUITE 501
SALEM, OREGON 97310
(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
Candidates
List of Candidates 22
Independent Party Candidates 24
Republican Party Candidates 26
Democratic Party Candidates 31
Nonpartisan Candidates 41
Political Party Statements
Constitution Party 14
Democratic Party 15
Independent Party 16
Libertarian Party 17
Pacific Green Party 18
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
Additional Information Pages
General Information 6
Voters with Disabilities 10
Candidate & Political Party Information 13
Election Results 29
ORESTAR 42
Index
Index of Candidates 47
Table of Contents
Primary Election
May 15, 2018
Voters’ Pamphlet
Cover Photo
Subject
Oregon Pioneer, State Capitol Building
Photographer
Gary Halvorson, Oregon State Archives
4 Voting Information | County Elections Officials
Deschutes
Nancy Blankenship
County Clerk
1300 NW Wall St Ste 202
PO Box 6005
Bend, OR 97708-6005
541-388-6547
TTY 1-800-735-2900
fax 541-383-4424
elections@deschutes.org
www.deschutes.org
oregonvotes.gov
1 866 673 8683
se habla español
1 800 735 2900
for the hearing impaired
for more information about
voting in Oregon
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.
5Voting Information | Dates to Remember
Dates to Remember
Tuesday, April 24
Last day to register to vote or
change political party affiliation
for this election.
Wednesday, April 25
First day for counties to mail ballots.
Tuesday, May 15
Election Day
Ballots must be received by 8 pm.
Postmarks do not count!
orego nvo tes.gov/myvote
Use this online tool to check or update your
registration status and track your ballot.
May
15
April
24
6 Additional Information | General Information
Voters’ Pamphlet
This is your official State Voters’ Pamphlet for the
May 15, 2018, Primary Election. It is designed to assist
you in participating in the Primary Election. This pam-
phlet also includes instructions for marking your ballot,
information for voters with disabilities and domestic
violence survivors, and other information to assist you
in the voting process.
The Secretary of State has compiled the voters’ pam-
phlet since 1903, when Oregon became one of the first
states to provide for the printing and distribution of
such a publication. One copy of the voters’ pamphlet
is mailed to every household in the state. It can also be
viewed online at www.oregonvotes.gov.
County Voters’ Pamphlet
A county clerk may prepare and distribute a county
voters’ pamphlet. It includes information about candi-
dates and measures from local governments located
within the county.
To save on mailing and production costs a county that
prepares a voters’ pamphlet may insert the pamphlet
into the center of the state voters’ pamphlet for distri-
bution. The county insert uses a numbering system that
is different from the standard page numbering used in
the state portion and each page is clearly marked with
a color or shaded bar on the outside edge.
Español
Una versión en español de algunas partes de la Guía
del Elector está a su disposición en el portal del Inter-
net cuya dirección aparece arriba. Conscientes de que
este material en línea podría no llegar adecuadamente
a todos los electores que necesitan este servicio, se
invita a toda persona a imprimir la versión en línea y
circularla a aquellos electores que no tengan acceso a
una computadora.
How to File a Complaint
Any registered voter may file a written complaint
alleging that a violation of an election law has
occurred. The complaint should provide evidence
showing a violation. The complaint must be signed
by the elector. Anonymous complaints will not be
accepted. The complaint should be sent to:
Secretary of State, Elections Division
255 Capitol St NE, Suite 501
Salem, OR 97310
Address Confidentiality Program
Protecting Addresses for Victims
Individuals whose personal or family safety may be
in danger if their home address is available as a
public record may register to vote with confidentiality
protections by applying for the Address Confidentiality
Program (ACP).
The ACP is a free mail forwarding service. It helps sur-
vivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking or
human trafficking shield their physical address. Program
participants are provided with a substitute address to
use instead of their real address. Participants may use
the substitute address for:
´the delivery of first class, certified and registered
mail.
´obtaining an Oregon driver’s license or ID card.
´receiving or paying child support.
´applying for a marriage license.
´enrolling dependents in public school.
To be eligible for the ACP you must live in Oregon, and
´be over 18 years old, and
´be a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault,
stalking, or human trafficking, and
´have recently relocated (or are about to relocate)
to an address unknown to the perpetrator(s) or
any government agencies.
Parents or guardians may apply on behalf of incapacitated
adults and minor children who are otherwise eligible for
the ACP.
Participation in the ACP by itself does not guarantee any-
one’s safety. ACP staff do not provide threat-assessment
or safety-planning and are not allowed to offer legal
advice.
To apply to the Address Confidentiality Program,
you must work with a victim advocate who has been
designated as an Application Assistant by the Attorney
General.
For more information or to find an Application
Assistant near you visit https://www.doj.state.or.us/
crime-victims/victims-services/address-confidentiality-
program-acp/ or call 888-559-9090.
7Voting Information | Vote by Mail
Vote by Mail Frequently Asked
Questions
How do I vote in Oregon?
In Oregon, we vote by mail. Your county elections office
will automatically mail you a ballot packet for every elec-
tion that you are eligible to vote in. Inside the packet,
you will find the ballot and instructions on how to
complete and return the ballot. Follow the instructions!
For this election your ballot packet will automatically be
mailed to you between April 25 and May 1, 2018.
Do I need to update my address if I have moved?
Ballots are not forwardable. If you were registered to
vote by April 24 but now have a different address, call
your county elections office for instructions on how to
update your registration and receive a ballot.
Can I vote in person at a polling place?
There are no polling places in Oregon. Instead you
can complete your ballot anywhere you choose. If
you are uncomfortable voting your ballot at home or
elsewhere, there are privacy booths available at your
county elections office. Call your county elections
office for further information.
What if my ballot doesn’t come?
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
May 4, call your county elections office.
How do I return my ballot?
You can return your ballot by mail or return it to any
county elections office or an official drop box. You can
find the nearest drop box, along with a map of how
to get there, at www.oregonvotes.gov/myvote or by
contacting your county elections office.
Remember! If returning your ballot by mail, you must
attach a single “Forever” first-class stamp to your
ballot return envelope before mailing it back.
When do I have to return my ballot by?
Your voted ballot must be received in any county
elections office or official drop box by 8 pm, Tuesday,
May 15. Postmarks do not count! All county elections
offices are open election day from 7 am to 8 pm.
How do I know if my voted ballot has been received?
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.
Is my vote really kept secret?
Yes, how you voted is secret, but whether or not you
returned your ballot is public record. To ensure your
vote remains a secret, your ballot is separated from
the return identification envelope before it is reviewed.
County elections officials only review and count your
ballot after verifying your signature.
What if I forget to sign the return envelope?
Contact your county elections office as soon as possible.
If they find an unsigned ballot they will contact you.
Can the public watch the election process?
Yes! You can watch all steps of the process. Contact
your county elections official to make arrangements.
When will election results be known?
Initial results are released at 8 pm election night and will
continue to be updated through election night. Final cer-
tified results will be available 30 days after the election.
Replacement Ballot Information
Important! If your ballot is lost, destroyed, damaged
or you make a mistake in marking your ballot, you may
call your county elections office and request a replace -
ment ballot.
Provisional Ballot Information
You will be issued a provisional ballot if:
´there is a question about your eligibility as a
voter (for example, there is no evidence on
file that you are an active or inactive voter in
Oregon); or
´you need to vote at a county elections office in a
county other than the one you live in.
In order to obtain a provisional ballot, you need to fill
out a Provisional Ballot Request Form in person at the
county elections office.
Your provisional ballot will not be counted until it is
determined that you are eligible to vote.
After you have voted the ballot, you can call
1-866-673-8683 or the county elections office in which
you voted to find out if your ballot was counted. If
your ballot was not counted, you can also find out the
reason it was not counted.
8 Voting Information | Voter Registration Information
What is the deadline to register to
vote for this election?
To vote in the May 15, 2018, Primary Election, your
completed voter registration card must be:
´postmarked by Tuesday, April 24; or
´delivered to a county elections office voter regis-
tration agency (e.g., DMV) by Tuesday, April 24.
If you register to vote online, your registration must be
submitted by 11:59 pm on Tuesday, April 24.
When do I need to update my voter
registration?
You should update your registration if you change your
home address, change your mailing address, change
your name, change your signature, want to change or
select a political party, or will be away from home on
election day.
You can provide the new information online at www.
oregonvotes.gov or by completing and returning a voter
registration card to your county elections official.
Do I have to register with a political
party to vote?
No you do not. However, by joining a political party
you are able to select the party’s candidates either by
voting in a party’s primary election or by participating
in other nomination processes.
If you do not select a political party you will still
receive a ballot for every election you are entitled to
vote at. However, the ballot you receive for a primary
election will not include any political party candidates.
Am I qualified to register to vote in
Oregon?
You are qualified to register to vote in Oregon if you
can answer yes to the following questions:
´Are you a resident of Oregon?
´Are you a US citizen?
´Are you at least 16 years of age?
If you are not yet 18 years of age, you will not receive
a ballot until an election occurs on or after your 18th
birthday.
How do I register to vote in Oregon?
To register to vote you can complete a registration card
or use the online registration process to provide your
county elections official your full legal name, home
address, date of birth, signature, and valid identification.
The online voter registration process is available at
www.oregonvotes.gov.
Registration cards are also available at any county
elections office, the Secretary of State’s Office, and
some state agencies such as the DMV.
What identification do I provide?
You must provide your valid Oregon Driver’s License,
Permit or ID number. A suspended Driver’s License is
valid, a revoked Driver’s License is not valid.
If you do not have valid Oregon ID, provide the last four
digits of your Social Security number.
If you do not have a valid Oregon ID or Social Security
number you can find a list of acceptable alternative
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 than 5 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:
9Official 2018 Primary Election Voters’ Pamphlet
Use online voter resources to register
or update your registration status.
oregonvo tes.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 (r equired if different than residence)city zip code
signature I swear or affirm that I am qualified to be an elector and I have told the truth on this registration.
registration updates Complete this section if you are updating your information.
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.
previous registration name previous county and state
home address on previous registration date of birth (month/day/year)
xxx -x x -
I do not have a valid Oregon Driver's License/ID or a SSN.
I have attached a copy of acceptable identification.
Oregon Driver's License/ID number political party
Democratic
Constitution
Independent
Libertarian
Pa cific Green
Progressive
Republican
Wo rking Families
Other
I do not have a valid Oregon Driver's Li cense/Permit/ID.
The last 4 digits of my Social Security Number (SSN) are:
Provide a valid Oregon Driver’s License, Permit or ID:
Not a member of a party
10 Additional Information | Voters with Disabilities
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.
Resources for
Voters with Disabilities
Contact your county elections office or
call 1 866 673 8683 to request these resources.
Official 2018 Primary Election Voters’ Pamphlet 11
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
Voters Assistance
Contact your county elections office or
call 1 866 673 8683 to request these resources.
12 Voting Information | Oregon Voter Bill of Rights
1 866 673 8683
se habla español
1 800 735 2900
for the hearing impaired
for more information about voter 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 a secret
vote. You do not have to tell anyone
how you voted.
You have the right to get a
“provisional ballot”, even if you are
told you are not registered to vote.
You have the right to get a new
ballot if you make a mistake.
You have the right to vote for the
person you want. You can write in
someone else’s name if you don’t
like the choices on your ballot.
You have the right to vote “yes”
or “no” on any issue on your ballot.
You have the right to leave some
choices blank on your ballot. The
choices you do mark will still count.
You have the right to use a voting
system for all Federal Elections that
makes it equally possible for people
with disabilities to vote privately
and independently.
You have the right to know if your
ballot, including a “provisional
ballot”, was accepted for counting.
You have the right to file a
complaint if you think your voting
rights have been denied.
You have the right to vote even if
you are homeless.
You have the right to vote if you
have been convicted of a felony but
have been released from custody,
even if you are on probation or
parole.
You have the right to vote even if
you have a guardian and even if
you need help reading or filling out
your ballot.
You have the right to vote or cast
your ballot if you are in line by 8pm
on Election Day.
You have the right to know if you
are registered to vote.
You have the right to choose
whether or not you want to register
as a member of a political party.
You have the right to use a
signature stamp or other mark but
first you have to fill out a form. No
one can sign for you.
You have the right to ask for help
from elections staff or from a friend
or family member. There are some
people who cannot help you vote,
for example, your boss or a union
officer from your job.(Oregon Constitution, Sections 2 and 3; ORS Chapters 137, 246, 247, and 254; Vote By Mail Manual; Help America Vote Act of 2002; OAR 165-001-0090 and 165-007-0030)
13Additional Information | Candidate & Political Party Information
Political Party Statements
In the Primary Election, designated officers of any
statewide political party who intend to nominate can-
didates for the general election may file for inclusion
in the state voters’ pamphlet, a statement that argues
for the success of its principles and the election of its
candidates on a statewide or county basis or opposes
the principles and candidates of other political parties
or organizations on a statewide or county basis.
Duties and Responsibilities of
Precinct Committeepersons
Precinct Committee Persons (PCPs) encourage voter
registration, vote on official party business, elect
county party leadership and nominate State Represen-
tatives or State Senators when there is a vacancy in
one of those offices.
PCPs are only permitted for major political parties. The
Democratic Party of Oregon and the Oregon Repub -
lican Party have both chosen to elect PCPs, while the
Independent Party of Oregon has chosen not to utilize
PCPs.
Each precinct is allotted a number of male and female
PCPs based on the count of registered voters in the
precinct as of January 31, 2018. Individuals can only
file for (or serve in) one precinct at a time. However,
the individuals can choose whether they want to file to
serve in the precinct they reside in or an adjacent one.
Individuals must be registered members of the party
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
before the date of the primary election. Only the names
of filed candidates appear on the ballot, but spaces are
provided on the ballot for voters to write-in as many
names as there are PCP positions available in the
precinct. Individuals with the highest vote totals will
be elected, however, they must receive at least 3 votes
(including write-in votes) to be elected.
Candidates
Oregon statute (ORS 254.155) requires the Secretary of
State to complete a random order of the letters of the
alphabet to determine the order in which the names of
the candidates will appear on the ballot.
The alphabet for the 2018 Primary Election is:
J, P, Q, V, U, B, Z, Y, A, O, I, D, W, X, L, E, S, T, G, R, M,
H, C, F, N, K
Candidate statements included in the pamphlet are
separated by office type and position and are further
arranged in the same random order in which the
names of candidates will be printed on the ballot. In the
primary election pamphlet, partisan candidate state-
ments are further separated by political parties.
Statements are arranged in the following manner:
´Independent candidates by position in ballot
order
´Republican candidates by position in ballot order
´Democratic candidates by position in ballot order
´nonpartisan candidates by position in ballot
order
Candidates pay a fee, or submit signatures in lieu of
paying the fee, for space in the voters’ pamphlet. The
information required by law—pertaining to occupation,
occupational background, educational background and
prior governmental experience—has been certified as
true by each candidate.
Disclaimer
Statements and arguments are printed as submitted.
The state does not verify the accuracy of information
submitted by a candidate, political party, assembly of
electors, or person supporting or opposing a measure.
The state does not correct punctuation, grammar,
syntax errors or inaccurate information. The only
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
15Political Party Statements | Democratic Party
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 info@indparty.com.
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 — info@indparty.com — 503-687-1206
17Political Party Statements | Libertarian Party
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 Justice Now
#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 agreements.
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.com for 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.
19Political Party Statements | Progressive Party
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 – info@progparty.org – 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
info@oregon.gop
https://oregon.gop
503-595-8881
25375 SW Parkway Ave, Suite 200, Wilsonville, OR 97070
21Political Party Statements | Working Families Party
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
US Representative
2nd District
Mark R Roberts*
Governor
Dan (Mr P) Pistoresi*
Skye J Allen*
Patrick Starnes
State Senator
30th District
No Candidate Filed
State Representative
53rd District
No Candidate Filed
54th District
No Candidate Filed
55th District
No Candidate Filed
59th District
No Candidate Filed
Republican Party
US Representative
2nd District
Randy Pollock*
Greg Walden
Paul J Romero Jr
Governor
Knute Buehler
Keenan W Bohach*
Greg C Wooldridge
Jonathan I Edwards III*
David W Stauffer
Jeff Smith
Jack W Tacy*
Brett Hyland*
Bruce Cuff
Sam Carpenter
State Senator
30th District
Cliff Bentz
State Representative
53rd District
Jack Zika
Ben Schimmoller
54th District
Cheri Helt
55th District
Mike McLane
59th District
Daniel G Bonham
Democratic Party
US Representative
2nd District
Eric Burnette
Michael Byrne
Tim S White
Raz Mason
Jamie McLeod-Skinner
James (Jim) Crary
Jennifer (Jenni) Neahring
Governor
Ed Jones*
Kate Brown
Candace Neville
State Senator
30th District
Solea Kabakov
State Representative
53rd District
Bill Trumble
Eileen Kiely
54th District
Nathan K Boddie
55th District
Karen Rippberger
59th District
Darcy Long-Curtiss
*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.
23Official 2018 Primary Election Voters’ Pamphlet
Nonpartisan
Commissioner of the Bureau of
Labor and Industries
Lou Ogden
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
Judge of the Circuit Court
11th District, Position 1
Raymond D Crutchley
11th District, Position 2
Beth Bagley
District Attorney
Deschutes County
John Hummel*
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: patrickstarnes@live.com
(This information furnished by Starnes for Oregon.)
Candidates | Republican Party Candidates 25
US Representative, 2nd District
Paul J
Romero Jr
Republican
Occupation: Appliance Field
Service Technician - Generalist
Occupational Background: US
Navy Cryptologic Technician
Communications/Networks -
CTO1, Investment Executive,
Business Owner, Project
Manager, Business Development
Educational Background: Bachelor of Science from SIU in
Workforce Education & Development, work towards BS
double major in Mechanical Engineering & Mathematics.
Prior Governmental Experience: 10 years US NAVY,
Honorable Service. 1 year service Dept of the Navy, HRSC
Southeast, Stennis Space Center.
I grew up in Central Oregon, and am an engaged single father
of five, 10 year Navy Veteran, Honorable Service. I worked
as a US Navy Communications expert to Outside Sales
Engineer. From bucking hay bales to Materials Coordinator. I
am a Boyscout from Troop 28 Prineville, Oregon and attained
the rank of Life Scout. I put myself through college and have
WORKED my entire life.
I stand with you and support:
* Term-limits (Unlike Greg Walden who is a 25+ year
Professional Politician. What has he really done for you?)
* Real accountability for elected officials
* Fully support 2nd Amendment
* Secure borders
* Lower taxes
* Affordable housing
* Sound land management
* Economic development providing employment and oppor-
tunities for OUR fellow Oregonians
I'm a leader with a no-nonsense approach to politics, not a
professional politician, and I know I can make the difference
you'll be proud of. I believe that you can't properly represent
people if you can't relate to them. A lifetime of varied experi-
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
you.
When things are at their worst, WE AMERICANS are at our
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..)
US Representative, 2nd District
Greg
Walden
Republican
Occupation: Small Business
Owner; U.S. Representative
Occupational Background:
Oregon Small Business Owner
since 1986
Educational Background:
Graduate, University of Oregon; Hood River Valley High
Prior Governmental Experience: Oregon Legislator
Greg Walden is Fighting to Improve the Management of our
Federal Forests: Enough is enough. It’s time to change how
our forests are managed. For too long we've seen jobs disap-
pear and mills close, while smoke chokes our air and fires
ravage our watersheds and habitat. Meanwhile, access to our
public lands is reduced and our rural communities struggle to
provide basic services. We should restore forests after fires
and allow multiple uses on our public lands.
Greg Walden Supports a Stronger Military and Securing our
Border to Strengthen our National Security: We must do
more to support our men and women in uniform to make sure
they have the equipment, resources and training they need
to accomplish their mission and keep themselves and our
country secure. We must also make sure our veterans get the
pay and benefits they’ve earned and deserve.
Greg Walden Succeeded in Efforts to Improve Health Care
for Children and Rural Communities: From working with local
leaders to tackle the deadly opioid epidemic and fund our
community health centers, to fully funding a record 10-year
extension of the Children’s Health Insurance Program--that
covers 122,000 Oregon kids and pregnant women--we’re
making real progress. Now we need to go after the high costs
of insurance, copays, deductibles and health care. Consumers
deserve better.
Greg Walden is Leading the Effort to Deploy Rural
Broadband to Oregon Communities Which is Essential for
Economic Development, Education, and Tele-Health Delivery.
Consumers deserve access to faster internet connections,
especially in rural areas, some of which lack it altogether.
We’re working to pass legislation to do just that.
Greg Walden is Working Hard to Strengthen and Secure
Medicare and Social Security.
PLEASE VOTE FOR GREG WALDEN FOR U.S.
REPRESENTATIVE
(This information furnished by Walden for Congress, Inc..)
26 Candidates | Republican Party Candidates
Governor
Greg C
Wooldridge
Republican
Occupation: Public Speaker
Occupational Background:
Captain, United States Navy
(Ret.), Commanding Officer,
Naval Air Station Lemoore,
3x Commander Navy’s Blue
Angels, FedEx-Express Line
Check Airman
Educational Background: Blackburn College – Bachelor
Degree, Economics, Defense Language Institute
Prior Governmental Experience: Served honorably for 27
years in the United States Navy. Commanding Officer of
Naval Air Station Lemoore and selected as a 3X Commander
of the Navy’s famed Blue Angels.
- LEADERSHIP-
“Oregonians must demand accountability. As our next gover-
nor, I will lead the effort in transparency and work to restore
the public’s trust in their government. Together we will turn
our state around.” – Greg Wooldridge
-ENDORSEMENTS-
“Greg is PRO-LIFE and is the only candidate for governor
endorsed by ORTL PAC.”
– David Kilada, Political Director, OREGON RIGHT TO LIFE
PAC
“Greg supports the 2A , period. That is why as a Life
Member of the NRA I support Greg.”
- Mike Fitz, Clackamas County
“Greg is a qualified, conservative, and proven leader that
Oregon deserves .”
- Fmr-Senator Charles Starr, (R-Washington County)
-PRIORITIES-
*Improve Education - Oregon’s public education system is
broken. Greg believes tax-dollars must go directly into the
classrooms to empower teachers to educate and produce
positive results; results in which we can all be proud .
Empowering parents and students with educational choice
must be a priority.
*Economic Growth - Oregon’s traffic congestion, regulations
and high taxes are killing economic opportunity in Oregon.
Greg believes new roads, reducing regulations and lowering
taxes are essential to creating a business friendly environ-
ment in Oregon. Attracting new business while expanding
existing business is critical to a stable and healthy economy.
*Restore Trust - Restoring the public’s trust in their elected
officials is essential. Greg has spent a lifetime building teams
and leading people. The corrupt political cronyism in Salem
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: info@WooldridgeforOregon.com
(This information furnished by Wooldridge for Oregon.)
Governor
Knute
Buehler
Republican
Occupation: Physician; State
Representative
Occupational Background:
Inventor, business owner
Educational Background:
Roseburg High; Oregon
State University; Rhodes Scholar, Oxford University; Johns
Hopkins, M.D.
Prior Governmental Experience: Budget Committee, Bend-
LaPine School District
AFTER 30 YEARS, LET’S RETIRE KATE BROWN
“I’m running for Governor to lead and fix the big problems
that have been avoided, ignored or made worse by Governor
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
regulations on small businesses–I’ll cut red tape. She afraid
to reform the budget and PERS–I’ll take-on the government
unions. She’s indifferent to failing schools–I’ll rescue them.
She ignores health care waste—I’ll hold the bureaucracy
accountable. Kate Brown believes in the power of govern-
ment–I believe in the power of people.
Together, with your vote, we can defeat Kate Brown and bring
needed changes to the Oregon we love.”
– Knute Buehler
A FIGHTER FOR TAXPAYERS
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
years. He called-out and opposed new fees on inner-tubes,
paddleboards, used cars, coffee, beer and spirits. He voted
against a new statewide payroll tax and freeway tolls for
Portland commuters. Unlike Brown, Knute was outspoken
against Measure 97’s massive $6.1 billion sales tax.
A DEFENDER OF SMALL BUSINESS
Standing firm against an avalanche of new government regu-
lations, Knute has earned top ratings from small business,
farming and taxpayer groups for votes against new costly,
job-killing rules and mandates.
A CHANGE-AGENT REFORMER
Following the Kitzhaber-Hayes scandal, Knute forced the
Salem political establishment to implement tough new
policies to protect government whistleblowers who speak-out
against corruption and waste from political intimidation.
A PROVEN ELECTION WINNER
Twice-elected to the legislature in tough campaigns from
an 11% Democrat-majority district, Knute has taken-on
powerful special interests and won by building a coalition of
Republicans, Independents and Libertarians – creating the
opportunity for real change.
WWW.KNUTEBUEHLER.COM
(This information furnished by Knute for Governor.)
Official 2018 Primary Election Voters’ Pamphlet 27
Governor
Jeff
Smith
Republican
Occupation: Computer
Programmer
Occupational Background:
Small business owner,
Entrepreneur, Author
Educational Background: B.S.,
Oregon Institute of Technology
Prior Governmental Experience: none
I grew up on a cattle ranch north of Elgin, OR. After graduat-
ing Oregon Institute of Technology, I moved to Los Angeles to
work in the aerospace industry. After working in four different
countries on three different continents, I moved back to
Oregon to start an aerospace manufacturing facility. I started
with a bare field. I built a building, bought machines, installed
machines and started manufacturing parts for the aerospace
industry. Along the way, I was a careful observer of Oregon
politics.
A Thinking Man’s Strategy
It has been 36 years since a Republican was elected as
Governor of Oregon. I have a thinking man’s strategy for win-
ning this election. You have to be competitive in Multnomah
county. Most Republicans were down 150,000 votes or more
in Multnomah county, and they lost. They lost because
they talked about issues that most Republicans have a high
priority on: things like abortion, gun rights, logging on public
lands and tax cuts. Focusing on these things always leads to
losing the election.
Instead of giving you a laundry list of issues, I only have one
issue – winning! To win, you have to focus on issues that
we are all suffering under. We all suffer under the heavy
weight of medical bills that are too high. We pay for medical
insurance that is too expensive to use. We have an education
system that is ranked 43 out of 50 on academics and safety.
We have the third highest dropout rate. Veterans need more
help.
No matter what Republican candidate you like in the primary,
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
join the Jeff Jet and we will fly right over Kate Brown. Vote
for Jeff Smith!
www.jeffforgov.com
(This information furnished by Jeff Smith For Governor.)
Governor
David W
Stauffer
Republican
Occupation: Environmental
Invention Innovator
Occupational Background:
Securities Analyst, Division
of Finance and Corporate
Securities, Dept. of Business
and Consumer Services, State
of Oregon; Business Manager, North Slope Borough School
District, Barrow, Alaska. Business and Accounting Adjunct
Instructor, University of Portland, Portland Community
College, Mt. Hood Community College, and Northwestern
School of Law at Lewis & Clark College. Boy Scout
Scoutmaster.
Educational Background: BA University of Chicago, MBA
University of Portland, JD Northwestern School of Law at
Lewis & Clark College.
Prior Governmental Experience: Securities Analyst, Division
of Finance and Corporate Securities, Dept. of Business and
Consumer Services, State of Oregon; Business Manager,
North Slope Borough School District, Barrow, Alaska.
Practiced law in the Courts of the Oregon State Court System.
Dave Stauffer is the solutions candidate–the environmental
solutions candidate who has four new innovations that are
workable, scientific solutions to the environmental problems
of Oregon. He has an invention that provides fresh, clean
water for irrigation, fire suppression, and drinking to eastern
and southern Oregon. That same invention will also pro -
vide pollution-free electricity using the in-pipe generators
developed by Lucid Energy, Inc. That same invention will
provide flood control, which will eventually make it possible
to restore the salmon fish runs up the Columbia. He has an
invention that will use Fresnel lens and the sun to heat water
for hot water heaters and to heat houses using the free heat
and rays of the sun. That same invention also provides almost
free air conditioning in the summer. He also has a solution for
Oregon's traffic congestion problems for both the morning
and evening rush hours. More importantly, he will cut down
on the air pollution from cars and trucks idling in rush hour
traffic jams.
See "Dave Stauffer for Governor - Facebook" for short videos
that, according to Facebook, have had over 1.1 million video
views.
(This information furnished by Dave W. Stauffer.)
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28 Candidates | Republican Party Candidates
Governor
Sam
Carpenter
Republican
Occupation: multi-business
owner, entrepreneur, consul-
tant, author.
Occupational Background: JOB
PRODUCER; founder and CEO
of industry-leading telecom-
munications company in Bend
for 34 years; turn-around specialist working with hundreds of
small businesses and multi-million dollar corporations; global
philanthropist, building schools; on-the-ground management
in forestry, construction, engineering, utilities, and more;
author of bestselling book on business management, opera-
tion, and success.
Educational Background: New York State Ranger School,
A.A. Degree.
Prior Governmental Experience: none.
REPAIRING OUR GOVERNMENT
I am a strong supporter of the Trump-Pence agenda, and not
a politician. I’m a businessman and turn-around specialist –
expert in quickly repairing struggling businesses.
Our system of government is failing and must be overhauled
NOW – and that won’t be done by yet another career politi-
cian. Career politicians made this mess!
KATE BROWN MUST GO
Governor Brown MUST be retired – and that will take a
conservative Republican...not a pro-choice, anti-Trump
Democrat-lite.
We WILL win control of the House and Senate – a 2018
Oregon Red Trifecta!
WHAT I BELIEVE
I am passionate about limited government, individual free-
dom and personal responsibility:
• Pro-life, protecting the life of the unborn.
• End Sanctuary State status.
• Get the PERS crisis under control NOW.
• Fully support the Second Amendment, as written.
• Promote public school choices, vouchers, and home
schooling.
• STOP wildfires; promote healthy forests with level-
headed timber policy.
• Cut taxes and slash regulations to promote statewide
economic growth.
• Restore fiscal sanity to failing state agencies.
• Reduce spending and shrink the size of government.
• Cultivate a government that is small, super-efficient, and
unobtrusive.
• Appoint constitutional judges and agency executives
who support our conservative principles.
SUPPORTING OUR PRESIDENT
In early 2016 I was the single statewide Oregon political
candidate to endorse Donald Trump. Our President really is
making America Great Again – now we must Make Oregon
Great Again!
Oregon needs a governor who can work together with
President Trump as a partner, not an antagonist.
Please join me. Let’s Make Oregon Great Again!
makeoregongreatagain.com
facebook.com/samcarpenterfororegon
twitter.com/CarpenterforOR
(This information furnished by Friends of Sam Carpenter.)
Governor
Bruce
Cuff
Republican
Occupation: Realtor®, Broker
Occupational Background:
Sales Manager, Purchaser,
Superior Tire Service
Educational Background: B.S.
Political Science, Willamette
University; Chemeketa Community College; Oregon State
University; Gervais High School
Prior Governmental Experience: Precinct Committee Person;
Marion County Board of Property Tax Appeals; U.S. Army;
Army National Guard of Oregon
Family: Bruce and Wife, Vonna, live in Mehama. Four children
and three grandchildren.
Community: Board Member, Treasurer, Adult Sunday
School Teacher at Santiam Chapel, Lyons; Member, Joseph
Storehouse of Hope; Salem Association of Realtors®;
Bruce Cuff:
Conservative Values.
Conservative Principles.
Your Conservative Voice as Governor
BRUCE CUFF on Taxes
"I support eliminating business taxes, attracting business to
Oregon. More private sector employment and fewer govern-
ment jobs equals a more prosperous Oregon."
BRUCE CUFF on Property Rights and Public Lands
"I will protect private property rights, returning land-use deci-
sions to the county by appointing "rural friendly" members to
the Land Conservation Development Commission."
"The People of Oregon's land needs to be managed locally.
All revenue generated from public lands needs to stay local
and fund schools and county services. Local management
will decrease wildfires in Oregon."
"I support Oregonians right to hunt and fish on their public
lands."
BRUCE CUFF on Schools
"School Choice. Parents and teachers will be empowered
when the money follows the student. Locally funding educa-
tion and healthy competition will result in the best education
for all children."
BRUCE CUFF on 2nd Amendment
"The right to bear arms shall not be infringed. Restrictions on
law-abiding citizens will be opposed."
BRUCE CUFF on Oregon First
"Hardworking Oregonians deserve a Governor who will put
their safety and welfare First. Oregon should not be a sanctu-
ary State, it's unlawful and unconstitutional."
Bruce Cuff is pro-life, a strong advocate for the unborn. Stop
public funding of abortion.
"I will be your conservative voice on taxes, property rights,
local control of public lands, school choice, putting
Oregonians First as Governor."
"I ask for your vote in the Republican primary."
(This information furnished by Bruce Cuff.)
Official 2018 Primary Election Voters’ Pamphlet 29
State Senator, 30th District
Cliff
Bentz
Republican
Occupation: Oregon State
Senator.
Occupational Background:
Ranching, farming, law
practice.
Educational Background: J.D.
Northwestern School of Law, Lewis and Clark College; B.S.
Eastern Oregon State College.
Prior Governmental Experience: Oregon State Senator,
Senate District 30, January, 2018 to present; Oregon State
Representative, House District 60 (2008-2018); Member,
Ontario 8C School District Board (2005-2008); Commissioner,
Oregon Water Resources Commission, (1988-1995).
Family: Married to Lindsay for 30 years; two children, Allison
and Scott.
Thanks to the support of voters within Malheur, Harney,
Grant, Lake and Baker Counties, I had the privilege of serving
as State Representative for District 60 the past ten years.
In early 2018, I was appointed to serve the second year of
Senator Ferrioli’s four year term. I am asking for your support
as I run for the balance of his term.
My priorities remain:
Protect and improve water rights.
Find funding for schools and school buildings.
Help improve opportunities for business.
Stop legislation that harms rural communities.
Maintain access to and use of public lands.
Reduce the cost of government.
Maintain our infrastructure.
For the past ten years, as State Representative, I worked
to protect and improve the lives of the ranchers, farmers,
families and businesses of Far Eastern Oregon. My wife and I
own and operate a farm, I grew up on a ranch, and my wife is
a veterinarian who works in her clinic in Ontario, so we know
what it takes to own and operate a business.
My candidacy is endorsed by:
Oregon Farm Bureau Federation
Oregon Cattleman’s Association
Oregon Wheat Growers League
Oregon Seed Council
Water for Life – President
Oregon Rural Electric Cooperative Association
Ash Grove Cement Company
Oregon Trucking Association, Inc.
Oregon Right to Life PAC
Oregonians in Action
Oregonians for Food & Shelter
Thank you for giving me the opportunity to stand up for Far
Eastern Oregon, and if elected, to also represent and advance
the interests of Central and North Central Oregon.
(This information furnished by Cliff Bentz for Oregon.)
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30 Candidates | Republican Party Candidates
State Representative, 53rd District
Ben
Schimmoller
Republican
Occupation: Conservative
Grassroots Activist
Occupational Background:
Campaign Manager,
Administrative Assistant,
Bartender, Political Consultant
Educational Background: Oregon State University Bachelor’s
of Science in Political Science, Mountain View High School
Honor’s Diploma
Prior Governmental Experience: Republican Precinct
Committee Person
Fighting for Conservative Central Oregon Values
Raised in Tumalo, Ben Schimoller was instilled with rural and
conservative values from an early age.
• Ben is passionately pro-life. Life begins at conception.
Ben will oppose taxpayer funding of abortion.
• Ben will never compromise on the 2nd Amendment. As
spineless politicians slowly negotiate away your right
to keep and bear arms, Ben will fight for your right to
defend yourself and your family.
• Ben will oppose tax and fee increases. Portland
Democrats claim we need more money for programs;
yet our government is more corrupt and wasteful than
ever. They simply don’t deserve more of our hard-earned
money.
• Ben is a champion for veterans. Oregon has failed our
veterans. Ben will be a voice for those who served and
fight to ensure they have a higher quality of life.
• Ben will fight to reform PERS. The PERS liability is
crippling our school districts and local governments. He
will fight to bring about needed reforms to our public
pension system.
Ben Schimmoller is the ONLY CONSERVATIVE candidate for
Central Oregon. We need a leader who will stand up to the
Salem political class and entrenched special interests. Ben
understands that Oregon is a better state when it values faith
and family. He and his wife, Jessica, live their lives rooted in
these principles.
Ben Schimmoller is proudly endorsed by
Oregon Right to Life PAC
Young Republicans of Deschutes County
Phil Henderson
DESCHUTES COUNTY COMMISSIONER
Bob Perry
PRESIDENT OF REDMOND PATRIOTS & FORMER
DESCHUTES COUNTY REPUBLICAN CHAIR
Master Chief Petty Officer J.W. Terry
VETERAN & FORMER HIGH SCHOOL TEACHER
Matt Cohen
SMALL BUSINESS OWNER
Reagan Knopp
FORMER DESCHUTES COUNTY REPUBLICAN CHAIR
www.benforstaterep.com
(This information furnished by Friends of Ben Schimmoller.)
State Representative, 53rd District
Jack
Zika
Republican
Occupation: Realtor
Occupational Background:
Securities Broker; Sales
Supervisor
Educational Background:
University of Cincinnati;
Oregon Leadership Academy
Prior Governmental Experience: Redmond Planning
Commissioner; Redmond Neighborhood Revitalization
Committee; US 97 South Redmond Corridor Advisory
Committee
Central Oregon is a great place to put down roots and raise
a family, as I’m doing with my wife and two young children.
Unfortunately, legislators and bureaucrats in Salem just
don’t seem to care about what’s going on here, and pump out
regulations and tax hikes that harm our Central Oregon way
of life. I’m running for State Representative to change that.
HOUSING COSTS – One of the biggest problems facing
Central Oregonians – especially seniors and others on limited
incomes – is the skyrocketing cost of housing. The Salem
approach is more regulations, which only increase the cost of
housing and more tax hikes, which leave less to cover essen-
tials. As a Redmond Planning Commissioner and as a Realtor,
I will fight for reasonable housing policies, less regulation
and lower taxes so that Central Oregonians aren’t priced out
of our homes and our communities.
WASTEFUL SPENDING – The State of Oregon has become
really good – too good – at wasting our hard-earned money.
A recent audit shows the Oregon Health Authority wasted
$88 million in Medicaid funds. This is on top of the disastrous
implementation of the Oregon Health Plan. We simply cannot
afford to continue business as usual. As your representative, I
will fight every day against wasteful spending.
PERS REFORM – The biggest drain on state and local funding,
and the biggest excuse for tax hikes, is Oregon's broken PERS
system. I will lead the fight to reform that broken system in
Salem.
I’m proud of local leader and organization endorsements
including:
Tory Allman, Redmond City Councilor
Jay Patrick, Redmond City Councilor
Casey Roats, Bend Mayor
Justin Livingston, Bend City Councilor
Oregon Right to Life PAC (Co-endorsement)
I would be honored to represent you in Salem.
www.jackzika.com
(This information furnished by Jack Zika.)
Official 2018 Primary Election Voters’ Pamphlet 31
State Representative, 55th District
Mike
McLane
Republican
Occupation: State
Representative; Attorney;
Lt. Col., Oregon Air National
Guard.
Occupational Background:
Lawyer; Publishing Company
CEO.
Educational Background: J.D., Lewis and Clark Law School;
B.S., Agricultural Resource Economics, Oregon State
University; Condon High School.
Prior Governmental Experience: State Representative;
Republican Leader, House of Representatives; Joint Ways and
Means Committee; Circuit Court Judge, pro tem, Deschutes
County; Law Clerk, Oregon Supreme Court, US Attorney's
Office.
Military Experience: Staff Judge Advocate, JFHQ, Kingsley
Field, 173rd Fighter Wing; Judge Advocate, 142nd Fighter
Wing, 41st Infantry Brigade.
ABOUT MIKE McLANE
Mike grew up in Condon, Oregon and was active in 4-H, FFA,
and sports. He worked wheat and cattle ranches and the
family alfalfa farm. Today, Mike lives with his wife on a small
farm in Crook County. They have three grown children.
MIKE McLANE for STATE REPRESENTATIVE
FIGHTING FOR JOBS
Mike McLane is fighting for local jobs – and winning the fight.
Because of his work to increase private sector jobs, Mike was
named one of the top legislators for 2013 by the Oregon Farm
Bureau, Oregon Wheat League, Oregon Business Association,
Oregon Associated General Contractors, and Oregonians for
Food and Shelter. In 2015, Mike was named “Legislator of the
Year” by the Oregon Economic Development Association.
FIGHTING FOR QUALITY SCHOOLS
Mike supported several reforms that are improving our
schools and helping school districts better plan their budgets.
From giving parents and students more choice to encour-
aging innovation, Mike is giving us the tools we need to
strengthen our education system.
FIGHTING FOR VETERANS
In 2018, Mike introduced House Bill 4035, which grants tuition
assistance to enlisted members of the Oregon National
Guard, something every state but Oregon did. House Bill
4035 passed unanimously in the Legislature and now is a key
recruiting tool for the new generation of men and women
who serve in the National Guard.
ENDORSEMENTS
Oregon Farm Bureau Federation
and many more!
Learn more at:
www.VoteMcLane.com
(This information furnished by Committee to Elect
Mike McLane.)
State Representative, 54th District
Cheri
Helt
Republican
Occupation: Small Business:
Zydeco Kitchen, Bistro 28
Occupational Background:
Restaurants
Educational Background: B.S.,
Psychology; Michigan State
University
Prior Governmental Experience: Elected School Board,
Bend-La Pine School District; OR School Boards Association
BEND FIRST, BEND TOGETHER
“Our national politics are polarized and too divided. But in
Bend, we make change and get things done through col-
laboration. Parents wanting the best schools for their kids, a
young person seeking a job or a family working to make ends
meet – none have time for political nonsense. Neither do I. A
25-year marriage, working in our small business and serving
on the school board, I’ve learned good things happen when
you respect and work together.
As your Representative, I’ll be an inclusive, independent
voice. I’ll listen and advance pragmatic ideas for better
schools, more job opportunities and protecting Bend’s qual-
ity of life.” — Cheri
PUBLIC EDUCATION LEADER
A three time elected Bend-La Pine School Board member,
Cheri delivers results. During her service, high school gradu-
ation rates have risen 10%, she championed instructional
technology to replace outdated textbooks, and collaborated
with teachers and administrators creating a performance-
based teacher compensation system.
As your Representative, Cheri will support essential pension
reforms, redirecting dollars into the classrooms; career and
technical education funding at 100%, and will advocate for
OSU Cascades Campus.
SMALL BUSINESS OWNER
Cheri and Steve invested their life-savings to start two suc -
cessful restaurants -growing them to employ 90-100 people.
As your Representative, Cheri will be pro-small business
– voting to keep taxes, regulations and mandates limited and
fair so small business jobs and idea-dreamers can thrive and
grow.
WORKING MOM
Everyday Cheri juggles 3 children, homework, carpools,
hands-on work in a family business and school board service.
From a working-class family, Cheri knows the daily anxieties
families face, the importance of access to affordable housing,
health and child care and how quality schools – from pre-K
through college – can open the doors of opportunity for every
Oregonian.
WWW.CHERIHELT.COM
(This information furnished by Cheri Helt.)
32 Candidates | Republican Party Candidates
State Representative, 59th District
Daniel G
Bonham
Republican
Occupation: Legislator, Stove
& Spa Shop Owner, Screen
Print/Embroidery Shop Owner.
Occupational Background:
Legislator, Stove & Spa
Shop Owner, Screen Print/
Embroidery Shop Owner.
Educational Background: Linfield College, Tigard High School
Prior Governmental Experience: The Dalles City Budget
Committee, The Dalles Urban Renewal Budget Committee,
Vice-Chair House Committees on Early Child Development
and Family Supports, House Transportation, and House
Energy & Environment, Paid Family & Medical Leave
Workgroup, and Chair Rural Policy Workgroup.
Daniel Bonham is a happily married father of two, who runs
local businesses and serves actively in our community.
Whether for his family, his employees, his customer, or
now, his constituents, Daniel is driven by a desire to serve
everyone he encounters. Daniel understands life’s financial
challenges and is committed to a more prosperous future for
our community.
Protecting Small Business
For years, Oregon has tried to tax its way to prosperity. It’s
time for the legislature to stop increasing fees and taxes
that make it difficult for businesses to survive. By reducing
tax burdens and allowing the economy to grow, our state’s
broadened tax base can support investments in our educa-
tional system and responsibly support our social services.
Supporting Stronger Education
Daniel believes that a strong educational system is the key to
Oregon’s future. By funding our schools first and providing
consistency— Oregon can build momentum towards an elite
education system. Oregon has no greater obligation than to
ensure it is providing the resources necessary for a qual-
ity education. A stronger education system means greater
opportunities for the future of our kids, community, industry,
and our state.
Standing up for Rural Oregon
The challenges facing our rural communities are often
overlooked in Salem. Daniel was a strong advocate for bring-
ing broadband access to Maupin. He passed legislation that
improves the management of our federal forestland, reduced
forest fire risk, and provides additional resources to water-
shed management.
Endorsements: Senator Cliff Bentz, Oregon Farm Bureau
Federation, Oregon Right to Life PAC, Associated Oregon
Loggers.
(This information furnished by Committee to Elect
Daniel Bonham.)
Candidates | Democratic Party Candidates 33
US Representative, 2nd District
Michael
Byrne
Democrat
Occupation: MASTER
STONEMASON
Occupational Background: I
have over 50 years experience
working in District 2; as a ranch
hand and cowboy, working in
the woods planting trees and
fighting fire. As a commercial fisherman and musician. In the
orchards of Hood River & Wasco Counties. As an Instructional
assistant and basketball coach in Hood River Public Schools.
As a Ski School Director, coach and instructor on Mt Hood. I
operated a flagstone quarry on the Yakama Nation and have
been creating lasting works of beauty out of natural stone for
35 years. I teach apprentice bricklayers the art of stone and
am a member of Bricklayers & Allied Crafts Local #1.
Educational Background: THE DALLES HIGH SCHOOL,
1969. Attended Portland State University and Colorado Mtn
College where I ran the Winter Sports Program. SPECIALIZED
TRAINING: as a CASA where I stood up for neglected children
in court, and in Mountain Rescue and as a Mediator.
Prior Governmental Experience: NONE
It's been years since the working families of District 2 have
had a real representative in congress. The issues that are
imporant to ordinary folks in Southern, Central and Eastern
Oregon seldom get addressed.
As a Champion of Working Men & Women, I promise to priori-
tze the needs of our scrappy and beautiful district.
Children come first. Our public schools are the Heart & Soul
of our rural communities.
Health Care is a Right. Public Lands belong to all of us and
access must be guaranteed. Resources must be managed for
the greater good.
We must transition from Fossil Fuels to renewable energy!
Sun & Wind are the future! Climate Change is Real.
Dreamers must be protected and real immigration reform
does not include a wall.
It is time to have a discussion on the merits of National
Service for All. We lack a shared experience that truly will
define us as Americans. There is a job for everyone! Rich &
Poor alike.
congressmanbyrne.com
THANK YOU
(This information furnished by Michael Byrne for Congress.)
US Representative, 2nd District
Eric
Burnette
Democrat
Occupation: Candidate for
Congress
Occupational Background:
Merchant Ship Officer
Educational Background:
California Maritime Academy,
BS, Transportation
Prior Governmental Experience: Sr. Waterways Planner,
Columbia River, 2007-2014. Executive Director, Oregon Board
of Maritime Pilots, 2014-2017
ERIC BURNETTE for Congress
Practical. Progressive.
Endorsed by:
Our Revolution Southern Oregon
United Food & Commercial Workers Union
Working Families Party
Oregon AFL-CIO
“He’s smart. He’s a hard worker with a big heart. I'm excited
he’s running!”
Linda Bailey: Small Business Owner, Hood River
First: Walden’s Obamacare repeal law would have knocked
30,000+ of his own constituents off health care – had it
passed. It’s never acceptable to put people’s lives in peril.
Eric never will.
HEALTHCARE – Everybody gets health care. Period.
• Doctors’ offices instead of ERs.
• Addiction and mental health services fully funded.
• End medical-cost bankruptcies.
• Every veteran gets VA medical benefits, regardless of dis-
charge status.
“He’ll shake up the system to create better patient care.”
Mary Goldstein: Social Worker on the front line of the opiate
epidemic, La Grande
WORKING FAMILIES – We don’t need a tax cut: WE NEED A
RAISE!
• $15/hr. minimum wage – indexed to inflation.
• Working family incomes must increase by inflation plus three
percent. A $50K income becomes $67K in 10 years.
• Re-unionize the American workforce. Unions brought us the
middle class. They’ll bring it back.
• Immigrants are an essential asset to our economies and
communities.
“Eric cares deeply about working family income and health care.”
Kevin Billman: UFCW local 555
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.)
34 Candidates | Democratic Party Candidates
US Representative, 2nd District
Raz
Mason
Democrat
Occupation: high school
teacher; hospital chaplain,
resilience coach
Occupational Background:
domestic violence shelter
worker/trainer; long-haul truck
driver
Educational Background: Bryn Mawr College, bachelor's in
mathematics; Seattle University, Master of Arts in Pastoral
Studies; Harvard Divinity School, Master of Divinity
Prior Governmental Experience: None
Since Reagan, under-taxation of the wealthiest has allowed
the top 1% to own more wealth today than the bottom 90%.
This harms working families and underfunds essential
services. Wildfires, hurricanes, flooding, and drought from
climate change threaten civic stability, agriculture, and the
national economy. Authoritarianism genuinely threatens our
democracy’s survival. These are urgent issues to which I
respond with calmness, courage, and clear insight.
A hospital chaplain, I stay calm with people during their most
painful times. Trained at two VA hospitals, I take war seriously
and know our sacred duty to military personnel.
A science teacher, I understand climate change. A social stud-
ies teacher, I’ve thought deeply about our complex country
and can craft strong policy.
In my classroom I hold students to high standards. I honor
students’ unique stories AND challenge them to respect each
other. I’ll bring to Congress a focus on individual excellence
AND community well-being.
A former domestic violence shelter worker/trainer, I know
how abuse of power leads to violence, and the importance of
standing up to bullies.
From work alongside the police and military, I understand
there ARE real security threats in the world. I take them seri-
ously AND understand risks from unnecessary escalation.
A former long-haul truck driver, I understand the dignity of
hard work and daily struggles of working families.
Learn more at voteraz.com.
To win District 2, the Democratic winner must appeal to
ALL voters. A strong Democrat, I also speak persuasively to
conservatives’ concerns: security, the national economy and
jobs, supporting agriculture, and strengthening our rural
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.)
US Representative, 2nd District
Tim S
White
Democrat
Occupation: Retired - U.S.
Automotive Manufacturing
Occupational Background:
Division Chief Financial Officer
from Chrysler Corporation;
Environmental and Wildlife
Protection Volunteer
Educational Background: BS Business Economics Indiana
University; MBA Indiana University Kelly Graduate School of
Business
Prior Governmental Experience: Volunteer for congressional
campaigns and voter initiatives in Michigan and Oregon
My vision for the district will encompass 4 Core Values:
CV 1: Economic Opportunity: Support infrastructure
spending including improved north / south and east / west
highways in the district neccessary to attract new business
opportunities. Promote development of solar farms. Ensure
schools provide the training these new enterprises will
require.
CV 2: Inequality of Income and Wealth Distribution: Fight to
stop and reverse the abominable inequality of wealth in the
U.S. where 10% now own 76% of the wealth. This will include
standing up for union rights, maintaining, not reducing
corporate tax rates, and applying equal taxation on ALL forms
of individual income.
CV 3: Health Care Cost and Accessibility: Attack the root
cause of our health care crisis. At $10,000 per person
annually, the US costs are 2 and 1/2 times that of ALL other
developed nations with a life expectancy ranking of 31st in
the world. Champion a single payer system that will allow us
to force pharmaceuticals to fairly price drugs, ensure hospi-
talization procedures and costs are reasonable, and continue
coverage for pre-existing conditions.
CV 4: Protect Our Environment: Ensure the EPA is fully
funded guaranteeing 40 years of environmental improve -
ments are maintained, and not allow corporations to once
again use the earth as a dumping ground. Ensure government
scientists are not prevented from discussing and sharing their
concerns over climate change. Adequately fund the forest
and national park services allowing them to hire the neces-
sary staff required to manage the forests.
As your congressman, my focus will be those issues directly
impacting the 2nd district.
(This information furnished by Tim S White.)
Official 2018 Primary Election Voters’ Pamphlet 35
US Representative, 2nd District
James (Jim)
Crary
Democrat
Occupation: Retired
Occupational Background:
Attorney for the Municipality
of Anchorage (1983-1997);
BP Procurement/Contracts/
Supply Chain Management
Department (1997-2013)
Educational Background: BBA Pacific Lutheran University;
J.D. University of San Diego School of Law
Prior Governmental Experience: Greensprings Rural Fire
District Board
To reclaim our democracy, we must end the unjust influence
of corporations and the ultra-rich in politics. Currently they
have the loudest voice in politics; I am running to give a
VOICE TO THE PEOPLE.
I am the only candidate who has pledged not to take money
from corporations and special interests. I am only taking
campaign contributions from individuals.
I have a detailed plan to publicly fund elections; neutralizing
the influence of corporate/special interest money in politics.
I whole-heartedly support Single Payer Health Care.
I support a plan to go 100% renewable energy by 2035.
Combating Climate Change through job-creating renewable-
energy projects is not only vital on its face, but wind and
solar infrastructure will be great for well-paying jobs in rural
Oregon. For too long rural Oregonians have been neglected,
pushed to the side. No more. To support rural communities,
we need infrastructure that encourages local economies to
thrive.
For years people have talked about how complicated it is to
save Social Security. It is not complicated. My plan requires
the super-rich to pay their fair share by simply removing the
current income level cap on Social Security taxes.
As an Army veteran and proud father of a son and three
daughters, I will be a tireless warrior for human rights issues
like equal pay for equal work, reproductive rights, paid family
leave, affordable education, and citizenship for Dreamers. We
can accomplish all of this and more together.
My experience of over thirty years with contract negotiations
gives me the skills I will need in Congress to reclaim our
democracy and give a VOICE TO THE PEOPLE!
See my detailed plans on my website www.crary4congress.
com
Questions? Email, call or text me at 541-531-2912, jim@
crary4congress.com
(This information furnished by James A Crary.)
US Representative, 2nd District
Jamie
McLeod-Skinner
Democrat
Occupation: Natural Resources
Professional
Occupational Background:
Judicial Clerk, Klamath County
Circuit Court; Law Clerk,
Army Corps of Engineers;
Environmental Planner, Santa
Clara Valley Water District; Regional Director, International
Rescue Committee
Educational Background: JD, University of Oregon; MRP
Planning, Cornell University; BS Civil Engineering, Rensselaer
Polytechnic Institute
Prior Governmental Experience: City Manager, Phoenix, OR;
City Council Member, Santa Clara, CA
Rooted in Our District
My family roots run deep in our district. From Medford, Bend,
Jordan Valley, Ashland and Crooked River Ranch, we bridge
the urban-rural divide. I graduated high school in Southern
Oregon, and my wife’s family has been ranching in eastern
Oregon for over 100 years.
Public Service Experience
During my two terms in elected office, I built a reputation as
socially progressive, fiscally responsible, and dedicated to
integrity. I’m independent-minded and show up to listen. My
track record is to fight for my constituents, including against
corporate interests. I have what it takes to get things done.
Woman With a Plan
Now is the time to audaciously reclaim our democracy. I work
across party lines for our Oregon Values, of building healthier
families and stronger communities, by investing in:
Physical Infrastructure
• Living wage jobs and economic development to rebuild
our middle class
• Renewable energy to combat climate change
• Safeguarding our public lands
• Affordable housing
• Equitable Internet access for rural communities
Social Infrastructure
• Healthcare for everyone
• Better services for our veterans
• College or trade school tuition for public service
• Path to citizenship for Dreamers
• Fighting the opioid crisis
Your Representative
I understand our district. I have vision and the experience to
beat Walden. Our district has a tradition of strong, hardwork-
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.)
36 Candidates | Democratic Party Candidates
Governor
Kate
Brown
Democrat
Occupation: Oregon’s
Governor
Occupational Background:
Family and Children’s
Advocate; Portland State
University Instructor
Educational Background: B.A., University of Colorado; J.D.,
Northwestern School of Law, Lewis and Clark College
Prior Governmental Experience: State Representative, 1991-
1996; State Senator, 1997-2008; Secretary of State, 2009-2015;
Governor, 2015-present
Kate Brown Is On Our Side
Kate Brown took over as Governor at a time when faith in
state government was badly shaken. She went right to work,
focusing on strong schools, good jobs, and quality health-
care. She passed needed ethics reforms and is increasing
transparency and accountability in state government.
Fighting for Oregon Families
•Protected healthcare for Oregonians, including 400,000
children, because everyone should be able to see the
doctor when they’re sick
•Passed paid sick leave, so workers don’t risk losing their
jobs when they’re sick or caring for a sick child
•Improving graduation rates to make sure every child
graduates high school with a plan for their future
•Preserving the Oregon we love by protecting clean air,
clean water, and public lands
•Working to keep communities safe from gun violence by
requiring criminal background checks
•Defending women’s rights to make their own healthcare
decisions
Helping Workers and Small Businesses
•Increased the minimum wage, because no one working
full-time should live in poverty
•Signed the Oregon Promise, reducing community col-
lege tuition
•Investing in career and technical education, preparing
Oregonians for good jobs that don’t require a college
education, and enabling small businesses to hire skilled
Oregon workers
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.)
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.)
Official 2018 Primary Election Voters’ Pamphlet 37
State Senator, 30th District
Solea
Kabakov
Democrat
Occupation: Sales/Customer
Service and Community
Organizing
Occupational Background:
Hard working mother of four
with a passion for justice.
Lifelong activist has worked
with numerous organizations for peace, better environmental
practices and social justice. Possesses highly developed
abilities in problem solving and critical thinking. Adept at
formulating strategies and tactics in community organiza-
tions and well versed in political forums.
Educational Background: Troy High School, some college,
studied with mentors in the fields of paleobotany, music, art,
poetry and writing.
Prior Governmental Experience: Appointed to City of The
Dalles Budget Committee and Urban Renewal Budget
Committee. Elected Democratic Party Vice Chair of Oregon’s
Congressional District (CD) 2, Democratic Vice Chair of the
statewide Rural Caucus and elected to represent CD2 on the
Democratic Executive Committee. Elected Democratic Party
Precinct Committee Person in The Dalles, Oregon.
Solea Kabakov
Strength Through Connections
Building Relationships Across Rural Oregon
We the people can come together and build strong bonds
across the rural communities of district 30, the largest district
in Oregon.
Core values
• Transparency and accountability without the influence of
special interests, corporate power or money.
• Protect the vulnerable; senior citizens, veterans, the
disabled, undocumented community members, youth
and those victimized by hate crimes.
• Protect the environment; reduce transport and use of
fossil fuels, increase sustainable energy sources.
• Achieve economic equality; support small businesses,
increase living wage jobs, protect Social Security &
Medicare.
• Strengthen education!
Causes to which Solea has contributed her efforts include:
• Fighting oil and coal trains
• Defending immigrants rights with the Gorge ICE
Resistance coalition
• Member of the Peace movement, greatly concerned
about the lack of support for our veterans
In these times of corporate control and loss of confidence in
government Solea Kabakov stands out as an independent
thinker. Her strength of caring and dedication to the people
of our district enables her to put the people’s needs above
all else. Together we can author the next chapter for rural
Oregon; the future is ours!
(This information furnished by Solea Kabakov.)
Governor
Candace
Neville
Democrat
Occupation: Real Estate
Broker/Developer
Occupational Background:
Realtor. Developer. General
Contractor. Free-lance writer.
G.E.D. Instructor. Quaker minis-
ter. Legal
Educational Background: BA in Sociology from University of
Iowa
Prior Governmental Experience: BA in Sociology from
University of Iowa
Location and timing. My vision for Oregon begins with
combining our revered pristine natural environment with bur-
geoning frontier economic opportunities that lead to Oregon
prosperity and leadership nationally and globally. I invite
tech companies, solar, wind and other like-kind industries to
invest and thrive here. And to pay their fair share of taxes. I
adamantly oppose gas pipelines digging up our land for LNG
exports to benefit outside interests competing with the clean
energy economy we want to grow. Oil wells in the ocean are
a direct affront to our lucrative tourism industry and harm the
ocean itself. Oil is last century’s boon-typewriters in a com-
puter society. I favor solid investment in education. I support
a single payer health care system, Planned Parenthood and
its work to ensure the health and choices of women. Equal
pay with a strong minimum wage revitalizes the economy
myriad ways. Oregon depends on our migrant workers
and their advanced and excellent agricultural skill, and
exceptional factory and service industry work. Our economy
would suffer deeply without them. Immigration reform must
be handled intelligently, respectfully and carefully. We are
a sanctuary state in a sanctuary country. I promote train
transportation for goods and commuters and tourists. We
must invigorate coastal towns that have the opportunity to be
ocean shipping centers. I would forcefully promote sensible
gun legislation. "Cap and trade and invest" addresses global
warming and health as air pollution causes lung conditions
and higher medical costs. We have protected and preserved
Oregon and will now turn our eyes to a more vibrant prosper-
ity on our terms and best interests. Mutual respect, kindness
and the adventuresome spirit make Oregonians who we are.
We are pioneers and have much pioneering to do.
(This information furnished by Candace Neville.)
38 Candidates | Democratic Party Candidates
State Representative, 53rd District
Eileen
Kiely
Democrat
Occupation: Financial con-
troller, Daimler AG, retired.
Mountain guide, ski instructor.
Occupational Background:
Fortune 500 financial manager
and major contract negotiator
Educational Background: MBA University of Minnesota, BFA
Wright State University, Officer Candidate School, UCMJ
Legal, Communications Security School
Prior Governmental Experience: Lieutenant, 10 years US
Naval Reserve, Active duty in telecommunications, legal and
recruiting
As your representative, I will be your advocate in Salem,
because Central Oregon deserves a strong voice. I have the
experience necessary to accept responsibility for Oregon’s
$74 billion budget. Together we must uphold commitments
to our public workers while investing in the future.
Service
I served as an Officer in the US Navy for ten years after
the US Embassy in Iran was attacked. I am a wilderness
first responder, a mountain safety educator, and the proud
mother of a nurse.
Financial Leadership
• Solved complex financial problems for Daimler, one of
the world’s largest manufacturing companies.
• Responsible for half billion dollar budgets and
contracts.
Economy
Government’s role in a vibrant economy, is to provide the
infrastructure that businesses rely upon:
• Roads, bridges, and utilities.
• Broadband access, to ensure rural businesses can
compete in the digital marketplace.
• Ready workforce, educated for the task and unham-
pered by concerns about health care and dependent
care.
• Business pays a living wage, so workers can meet their
basic needs without taxpayer assistance.
Healthcare is a fundamental human right
Oregon recognizes this right, which is why we created the
Oregon Health Plan. 100% of our children are covered, and
we are close to the goal of covering every adult.
In the next term, our legislature needs to establish per-
manent funding to guarantee coverage for all Oregonians.
As your representative, I will introduce a bill that allows
individuals to buy into the Oregon Health Plan at a rate
proportional to their income, giving us a needed alternative
to the marketplace policies.
Endorsements available at www.KielyforOregon.com
(This information furnished by Eileen Kiely for Oregon HD53.)
State Representative, 53rd District
Bill
Trumble
Democrat
Occupation: Retired
Occupational Background:
Ph.D. in Medical Physiology
and post-doctoral training in
Molecular Biology. Project
Director with Battelle NW
Labs. Faculty member at the
University of Idaho. Dean of the College of Life Sciences and
Agriculture (NH) and Director of the Agricultural Experiment
Station. President and CEO of Idaho Immunodiagnostics,
Inc. Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs at State
University of NY. Senior Vice President and VP for Academic
Affairs at Unity College.
Educational Background: Professor of Microbiology,
Molecular Biology and Biochemistry. Biochemistry
Department Chair. Dean of the College of Life Sciences and
Agriculture. Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs.
Prior Governmental Experience: Board of Directors of the
American Heart Association and the New England Regional
Aquaculture Center. New Hampshire State Conservation
Commission, NH Land Use Board, Administrative Advisor
for USDA national genomics programs, and Director of the
NH Agricultural Experiment Station. Six years in US Navy
nuclear submarine service. Community service includes
the Madbury, NH town Water Board and as President of the
Canton, NY Grasse River Heritage Organization. Selected as
a national Mentor in the "Partners in Science for High School
Teachers" Program, as a member of the National Ski Patrol,
and as President of the Redmond, OR Cascade Vista Estates
Homeowners Association.
As a Vietnam veteran, I know that the government will
not always work for your best interest without being held
accountable. As a scientist, researcher, and university
administrator, I know that civility, truth, and knowledge are
important in achieving the best outcomes. As a founder and
past-CEO of a start-up company, I realize the importance of
supporting and promoting small business. As a civil servant,
I’ve learned the importance of community and that individu-
als can make a difference. As an educator, I understand that
learning is vital to the future of our young people. If elected
and given the honor to be your representative, I want to listen
to your concerns, meet with constituents, and implement
solutions.
(This information furnished by Bill Trumble.)
Official 2018 Primary Election Voters’ Pamphlet 39
State Representative, 55th District
Karen
Rippberger
Democrat
State Representative, 54th District
Nathan K
Boddie
Democrat
Occupation: Physician, Mosaic
Medical; Bend City Councilor.
Occupational Background:
Board certified, internal medi-
cine; medical relief, Uganda
and Guyana; former ski patrol-
ler, river guide, and EMT.
Educational Background: M.D., Internal Medicine; M.S.,
Environmental Science; B.S., Biology.
Prior Governmental Experience: Bend Metropolitan Planning
Organization; Bend Urban Renewal Agency; SIAG; Oregon
Disaster Preparedness Committee.
Planning for a Better Future
Bend faces serious challenges. As a community, we’re grow-
ing at a breakneck pace, confronting traffic and home prices
that are compromising our affordability and livability. As a
state, we have failed to invest in our schools, transportation
infrastructure, and more. It’s clear we need bolder leadership
and smarter solutions in the legislature, not politics as usual
and business behind closed doors.
Putting Bend’s Interests First
We need to use taxpayer money wisely, not to prop up
out-of-town corporations or development speculators. As a
city councilor, I recognized that what Bend needs at the state
level isn’t always more regulations—it’s often less. We need
funding for teachers and schools, for streets and sewer pipes.
And we need legislators that represent our whole community,
not just special interests and big money donors.
For a Healthy Community
As a primary care doctor, I understand the importance of a
healthy community. That means more than just taking your
medicine and getting exercise. Children can’t be healthy
or get a good education without stable housing. A healthy
community means everyone has a fair chance, not just the
wealthy. And none of us can be healthy and businesses
cannot prosper without clean water, clean air, and natural
resources that come from a healthy environment.
Endorsements:
Bend Fire Association
Oregon Education Association
United Food and Commercial Workers Local 555
Oregon League of Conservation Voters
Oregon Chapter of the Sierra Club
SEIU
NARAL Pro-Choice Oregon PAC
OR ASFCME 75
Indivisible Bend
The Vocal Seniority
Jim Clinton, former Mayor
Barb Campbell, City Councilor
Nathan Hovekamp, Bend Parks Board
Lauren Sprang, Bend Parks Board
Erica Skatvold, COCC Board
(This information furnished by Boddie for Bend.)
Occupation: Educator
Occupational
Background: Public School
Teacher; worked for various
non-profits and private schools
Educational Background: B.S.,
Child Development (psychology), California Polytechnic State
University, San Luis Obispo; Teaching Credential, Chapman
College
Prior Governmental Experience: As a public-school educator,
she was a local government employee, subject to laws and
policy that were not always pertinent to local conditions. She
understands the importance of local input to create good
public policy that works for you.
Values:
A Teddy Roosevelt progressive who believes good steward-
ship, good jobs, and fair wages will be our legacy.
• Puts public service before politics
• Concerned with family and community—including
affordable housing, affordable, accessible health care,
outstanding education, and good jobs
• Uses an open door policy to elevate the voices and views
of constituents
•Fiscally responsible
• Solution-oriented advocate for the underserved and
ignored
•Strong listener
• Acts with courage on behalf of those in need
• Sticks to the job until it's done right
•Consults openly with public
• Swears to defend the Constitution and the rights
protected therein
•Works for constituents, not corporations
Public Service:
• Has addressed the needs of rural communities
•
•
Has successful record of addressing needs of the under-
served and has a solid record of advocacy on their behalf
Successfully defended the rights of all students to have
equal educational opportunities
• Volunteers at La Pine Chamber of Commerce to help
stimulate local tourism and support home-town pride
Karen promises to:
• Hold a town hall in every community with a school at
least once a year
• Address local needs, values, and concerns in Salem
•Represent her constituents, not corporations
Endorsement:
Oregon League of Conservation Voters
About Karen Rippberger:
As an educator, she advocated for students throughout her
career. During this time, she advocated for special-need
students to have equal access to field trips, religious needs
to be respected, and for all students to be able to attend the
Governor’s speech at her high school, regardless of academic
performance.
Vote Karen Rippberger—your voice in Salem
www.Karen4Oregon@gmail.com
Facebook: @KarenRippberger
541-907-1642
(This information furnished by Karen 4 Oregon.)
40 Candidates | Democratic Party Candidates
State Representative, 59th District
Darcy
Long-Curtiss
Democrat
Occupation: Investment
Advisor Representative
Occupational Background:
Financial services; small
business owner; working with
children, youth and families;
Assistant Director at a chil-
dren’s mental health day treatment facility.
Educational Background: The Dalles High School, Diploma;
Willamette University, Political Science/International Studies;
Oregon and Washington Life & Medical Insurance license;
General Securities Representative Exam; North American
Securities Administrators Association (NASAA) Uniform
Combined State Law Examination; and the Uniform Securities
Agent State Law Examination.
Prior Governmental Experience: The Dalles City Councilor;
QLife (broadband), Vice-Chair, and member of the Gateway
Urban Renewal Agency. Two trips to Washington, DC as
a representative of the local Community Outreach Team.
Yamhill County Commission on Children & Families, includ-
ing several subcommittees, and Co-Chair of the Oversight
and Accountability Committee.
I love Eastern Oregon. I grew up here and I chose to return to
raise my family. Now that my children are grown, I have more
time to serve as your State Representative. It is a very impor-
tant and potentially influential role, if the right person is in
place. My years of experience reading and analyzing technical
data, asking tough questions, and speaking up without fear
- are assets that I plan to use for all the residents of District
59. I have spent years carefully cultivating personal relation -
ships at the local, state and national level, so that someday
I would be able to skillfully represent our towns and cities in
the legislature. Times are changing and we need resources to
help our rural areas to not only survive, but thrive. A hand up,
not a hand out. We also need someone who understands how
legislators from the western part of the state think, so we can
help them understand why some things that work for them
and their constituents are not in our best interests and that
we need to be part of the equation.
I hope that you will allow me to represent your interests in the
legislature. I humbly ask for your vote.
(This information furnished by Darcy Long-Curtiss.)
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Candidates | Nonpartisan Candidates 41
Commissioner of the Bureau of Labor and Industries
Val
Hoyle
Nonpartisan
Occupation: Wayne Morse
Center for Law and Politics,
University of Oregon
Occupational Background: 25
years Retail Management &
International Sales
Educational Background: Emmanuel College, BA
Prior Governmental Experience: Majority Leader, State
Representative 2009-2016; Federal Export Council of Oregon
2003-2009
WORKING FOR ALL OREGONIANS
“I was taught to work hard—but also to hold the ladder for the
next person. I’m a mother and a wife. I’ve run a small busi-
ness, been a PTO President, and public servant. I’m running
for Labor Commissioner because Oregon must develop the
economy and jobs of the future. I’ve earned support from
business and labor, who found common ground on my pro-
posals to improve workforce training and Career Technical
Education. I hope to earn your vote.”
WE STAND WITH VAL
STRONG LEADERSHIP
“Val has always been a voice for the most vulnerable. She’ll
continue to protect the civil rights of all Oregonians.”
Barbara Roberts, former Governor
CHAMPIONING SMALL BUSINESS
“Val is a proven leader, who consistently stands up for small
businesses. As Labor Commissioner, she’ll push for good
paying jobs, and work on behalf of all Oregonians.”
Peter DeFazio, Congressman
FIGHTING FOR WORKING OREGONIANS
“Val has what it takes to protect Oregon’s workers. Her
values, experience and passion make her a strong advocate
for working people.”
Tom Chamberlain, President, Oregon AFL-CIO
BUILDING CONSENSUS
“Val is that rare combination of a good listener and strategic
thinker who also rolls up her sleeves to get hard things done.”
Sue Levin, Board Chair, Stand for Children Oregon
CREATING OPPORTUNITY
“We support Val because of her history of supporting Career
Technical Education and workforce training that boosts our
economy and creates opportunity. She will expand these
opportunities statewide.”
Rod Belisle, Training Director, NECA/IBEW
ENDORSEMENTS
Oregon State Fire Fighters Council
Oregon Building Trades Council
Oregon Nurses Association
NW Carpenters Union
Planned Parenthood PAC
Basic Rights Oregon
UFCW 555
SEIU
EMILY’s List
Oregon Home Builders Association
U.S. Senator Ron Wyden
U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley
Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici
(This information furnished by Friends of Val Hoyle.)
Commissioner of the Bureau of Labor and Industries
Lou
Ogden
Nonpartisan
Occupation: Mayor of Tualatin
(1995-to-present); Small
Business Owner; Family
Farmer
Occupational Background:
Engineer, ESCO Corp.
Educational Background: BS, Engineering, University of
Illinois
Prior Governmental Experience: City Councilor, Tualatin;
Past-President, League of Oregon Cities; Board Member,
National League of Cities; Metro Joint Policy Advisory
Committee on Transportation
Community Involvement: Rotarian; Tualatin Together (Youth
Drug/Alcohol Prevention); Tigard-Tualatin Social Service
Resource Center; Emeritus - Washington County Community
Action Organization; Washington County Human Rights
Council Advisory Board
Lou Ogden: 25 years of proven, non-partisan leadership!
Under my leadership, Tualatin has become a prosperous
community where people can live, work, and play. Since
being elected, Tualatin’s asset value has increased over $3
billion-dollars, and we’ve successfully facilitated creating
thousands of family-wage jobs in Washington County. Every
community in Oregon deserves the same success. With your
vote, we can make that a reality!
People, Not Politics
As our next Commissioner, I believe we must restore balance
between business and workers, and make sure everyone is
treated fairly. When companies don’t follow the law, we’ll
help bring them into compliance, not force them out of busi-
ness or levy outrageous fines.
I’ll focus on closing trade skills-gaps, so people can attain
higher-wage jobs. It starts by connecting our K-12 system to
Oregon's workforce needs.
I’m proud to have strong support from job creators and
politically diverse leaders across Oregon!
Tualatin Chamber of Commerce
Oregon Small Business Association PAC
Oregon Family Farms Association PAC
Greg Walden, US Representative, Oregon’s 2nd District
Tom Hughes, Metro Council President
Andy Duyck, Washington County Commission Chair
Senator Chuck Thomsen – Hood River
Senator Cliff Bentz - Ontario
Representative Andy Olson -Albany
Representative Dr. Cedric Hayden – Lane County
Mayor Lori Chavez-DeRemer, Happy Valley
Mayor Steve Callaway, Hillsboro
Mayor Casey Ryan, Troutdale
Mayor Sandra Roumagoux, Newport
Mayor George Endicott, Redmond
Commissioner Bob Strosser, Jackson County
For more information and additional supporters, visit www.
Vote4LouOgden.com or call me personally at 503-692-0163.
“I’d be honored to earn your vote!” – Lou Ogden
(This information furnished by Vote 4 Lou Ogden.)
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.)
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Judge of the Supreme Court, Position 3
Meagan A
Flynn
Nonpartisan
Occupation: Justice, Oregon
Supreme Court
Occupational Background:
Judge, Oregon Court of
Appeals (2014-2017); Attorney,
private practice (1994-2014);
Judicial Law Clerk, Oregon
Court of Appeals (1992-1994)
Educational Background: Gonzaga University School of Law,
J.D.; Willamette University, B.A.
Prior Governmental Experience: Oregon Law Commission
Standing Modernization Work Group; Oregon Rules of
Appellate Procedure Committee
MEAGAN FLYNN
OREGON SUPREME COURT
“I’ve known Justice Flynn to be a person of the utmost
integrity, intelligence and even-handedness since she clerked
for me at the Oregon Court of Appeals. She is committed to
upholding our Constitution and has my strong support.”
— Oregon Supreme Court Justice Robert Durham, retired
“Justice Flynn shares our common Oregon values of belief in
the rule of law and trust in our justice system. We invite you
to join us in voting for her.”
— Democratic House Speaker Tina Kotek and
House Republican Leader Mike McLane
“Oregonians must be able to trust that the cases before our
State Supreme Court will be decided impartially and after
full consideration of the issues. Justice Flynn understands
it is the responsibility of judges to earn that trust by decid-
ing every case in a way that is both fair to the parties and
consistent with the law.”
Oregon Supreme Court Justices
Former Governor and Justice Ted Kulongoski
Chief Justice Thomas Balmer
Chief Justice Paul De Muniz, retired
Justice Richard Baldwin, retired
Justice David Brewer, retired
Justice Rebecca Duncan
Justice W. Michael Gillette, retired
Justice Rives Kistler
Justice Jack Landau, retired
Justice Susan Leeson, retired
Justice Virginia Linder, retired
Justice Lynn Nakamoto
Justice Adrienne Nelson
Justice R. William Riggs, retired
Justice Martha Walters
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.)
Judge of the Supreme Court, Position 3
Van
Pounds
Nonpartisan
Occupation: Lawyer, licensed
to practice law in Oregon
and Missouri; Senior Policy
Analyst, Oregon Department
of Consumer and Business
Services (DCBS).
Occupational Background:
Chief of Enforcement and Securities, DCBS; Managing/Senior
Counsel and Special Assistant Attorney General, Missouri
Department of Revenue; Adjunct Instructor of Business Law,
Southeast Missouri State University; Assistant Regional
Public Defender, State of Missouri; Assistant/Acting City
Attorney, City of Cape Girardeau, Missouri.
Educational Background: Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Dispute
Resolution and Juris Doctor (J.D.), University of Missouri-
Columbia; Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in History, Southeast
Missouri State University.
Prior Governmental Experience: See Occupation and
Occupational Background above.
Professional Memberships: Oregon State Bar (Administrative
Law Section); The Missouri Bar (Alternative Dispute
Resolution Committee; Labor & Employment Law
Committee); Marion County Bar Association.
Let's Make Your Vote Count
Van Pounds is seeking a state judgeship. He also is seeking
to call attention to the process by which judges in Oregon get
picked.
Although the Oregon Constitution states that judges are to be
elected by the voters of this state, the die is often cast long
before any election. As judicial vacancies occur, the governor
unilaterally fills them by appointment. Such appointed judges
thereafter gain the advantage of incumbency and rarely,
if ever, face an election opponent. Current judges on the
Oregon Supreme Court serve as a prime example.
Oregonians deserve a more meaningful say in who gets to
be judge.
Van Pounds offers voters a true ballot choice. He possesses
the experience and commitment necessary to do the job. And
he understands the responsibility of the Court to not only
resolve disputes, but provide timely legal guidance -- to the
public, the bench and the bar – in a manner that demystifies
the law and minimizes the prospect of further disputes.
Consistent with the Code of Judicial Conduct, Van Pounds
pledges to perform the duties of judicial office fairly and
impartially, and in accordance with the rule of law. He
welcomes your vote.
(This information furnished by Van Pounds.)
44 Candidates | Nonpartisan Candidates
Judge of the Court of Appeals, Position 6
James C
(Jim)
Egan
Nonpartisan
Occupation: Chief Judge,
Oregon Court of Appeals
Occupational Background:
Judge, Oregon Court of
Appeals (2013-present); Judge, Linn County Circuit Court
(2010-2013); Attorney/ Partner, Kryger, Alexander, Egan,
Elmer & Carlson (1985-2010); U.S. Army Reserve (2006-2015);
Deputy Command Judge Advocate, A.S.G. Kuwait (2008-
2009); U.S. Marine Corps Reserve (1983-1995); U.S. Marine
Corps (1979-1982)
Educational Background: University of Oregon School of
Law, J.D. (1985); Willamette University, B.S. (1979); West
Albany High School, Diploma (1974)
Prior Governmental Experience: Linn County Planning
Commission (1986-1994); Tangent Fire Board (1996-2008)
Other Experience: Oregon State Bar House of Delegates
(2001-2005); Oregon State Bar (admitted 1985); U.S. District
Court Bar, District of Oregon (admitted 1996); Ninth Circuit
Court of Appeals Bar (admitted 2000)
JUDGE JAMES EGAN
OREGON COURT OF APPEALS
INTEGRITY. EXPERIENCE. TRUST.
INTEGRITY
As a lawyer, judge and former service member, Judge Egan’s
integrity is unquestioned. He brings an unwavering sense of
fairness to his work as an attorney and a judge.
EXPERIENCE
A lawyer in private practice for 25 years, a Judge Advocate in
the U.S. Army in Kuwait, a Circuit Court Judge in Linn County,
nominated Chief Judge of the Oregon Court of Appeals by
his fellow judges and appointed to that position by the Chief
Justice of the Oregon Supreme Court, his experience makes
Judge Egan uniquely qualified for his seat on the Oregon
Court of Appeals.
TRUST
Oregonians can trust that Judge Egan knows the impact laws
have on our families. He raised his family in Oregon and
knows the opportunities and challenges in this great state. He
brings Oregon values to the Court of Appeals.
“My philosophy is simple. A judge’s role is to impose the rule
of law without bias or prejudice. I approach each case with
an open mind. I carefully consider the issues before me, and
I decide on the merits. I will uphold the Constitution and be
accountable to the people of Oregon.”
– Judge James C. Egan
(This information furnished by Committee to Elect
Judge James C. Egan.)
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Judge of the Court of Appeals, Position 10
Kyle L
Krohn
Nonpartisan
Occupation: Deputy Public
Defender (2012–present)
Occupational Background:
attorney, Multnomah
Defenders, Inc. (2010–11)
Educational Background:
J.D. cum laude, Georgetown University (2010); B.A. magna
cum laude, Whitman College (2006); diploma, Madison High
School, Portland (2002)
Prior Governmental Experience: none
———
Transparency. Accountability. Fairness.
In a time when our nation faces grave threats to democracy
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
Appeals.
Currently, the Court of Appeals decides most of its cases by
“affirming without opinion.” That means the court gives no
explanation whatsoever for its ruling. For many civil, criminal,
and administrative appeals, that non-explanation ends up
being the last word.
Such a practice is far less common in the rest of the country.
Many other state and federal appellate courts give at least
one or two sentences to explain their rulings. That helps the
parties, other courts, and the public know why the court did
what it did—which keeps courts accountable.
I think Oregon deserves at least that much. And I think our
appellate court can do that much. I recognize that our judges
have a tough job, and I respect the efforts they’re making.
There are too many cases and not enough judges to give
them all the attention they deserve.
But there’s room for improvement. And I’m up to the task. In
the last five years, I’ve written over 300 appellate briefs and
argued before the Court of Appeals over 60 times. My work is
high-quality, too—the Oregon Supreme Court has called my
briefing “thoughtful.” (State v. Cuevas, 11/13/15.) In short, I’m
one of the most productive appellate attorneys in the state.
As a judge, I will bring that productivity to the court. I will
work to end the “affirm without opinion” practice, without
sacrificing the quality or speed of decisions. I believe that will
make our courts more open, more accountable, and fairer to
all Oregonians.
(This information furnished by Kyle Larry Krohn.)
Judge of the Court of Appeals, Position 10
Rex
Armstrong
Nonpartisan
Occupation: Court of Appeals
Judge
Occupational Background:
Judge; lawyer; truck driver;
choker setter
Educational Background:
University of Oregon, JD; University of Pennsylvania, BA
Prior Governmental Experience: Oregon Supreme Court law
clerk; US Attorney law clerk; Intern for Senator Mark Hatfield
PERSONAL: Born in Salem; married; fourteen children, twelve
adopted in China
EXPERIENCED
Oregonians elected Judge Armstrong to the Court of Appeals
by overwhelming margins. He continues to serve with distinc-
tion, writing opinions in the court's full range of cases. Before
election, Judge Armstrong spent 16 years representing
people before Oregon courts.
RESPECTED
"Judge Armstrong has been a hard-working member of
one of the country's busiest appellate courts. The court has
many new members and needs the experience that Judge
Armstrong brings."
Former Oregon Chief Justice Paul DeMuniz and former Court
of Appeals Chief Judge David Brewer
"We care deeply about Oregon courts and worked to appoint
judges who are committed to the rule of law and who under-
stand Oregonians and their values. Judge Armstrong exem-
plifies those qualities. We strongly support his re-election."
Former Governors Barbara Roberts and Ted Kulongoski
"We are legislators from opposite parties and sides of the
state, but we are united in supporting Judge Armstrong. He
has done outstanding work applying the laws that we enact."
Representative Jennifer Williamson (D. Portland) and Senator
Cliff Bentz (R. Ontario)
"Oregon’s employment laws are complicated, and employers
and employees need to have a clear understanding of their
responsibilities. Judge Armstrong’s clear and thoughtful
work has contributed to the body of law on which we rely
every day."
Greg Hartman, lawyer for unions and employees, and Paula
Barran, lawyer for employers
RE-ELECT JUDGE ARMSTRONG
“I am honored to have been elected to serve Oregonians as
a Court of Appeals Judge. I understand the important, but
limited, role of judges in our government, and I pledge to
continue to be a fair and impartial judge and to treat everyone
with respect.”
Judge Rex Armstrong
(This information furnished by Committee to Re-Elect
Judge Armstrong.)
46 Candidates | Nonpartisan Candidates
Judge of the Circuit Court, 11th District, Position 2
Beth
Bagley
Nonpartisan
Occupation: Circuit Court
Judge, 11th Judicial District
(2013 to present)
Occupational Background:
Prosecutor, Deschutes County
(2002-2012); Prosecutor, Coos
County (1999-2002); Criminal
Defense Attorney, Coos Bay (1998-1999)
Educational Background: University of Minnesota Law
School--Juris Doctor, cum laude; University of California
at Santa Barbara--Bachelor of Arts, High Honors, Phi Beta
Kappa.
Prior Governmental Experience: Bend La Pine School Board,
Director.
I was elected to serve the citizens of Deschutes County as
Circuit Court Judge in 2012. Since that time, I have presided
over a specialty family law docket and helped to successfully
create and pilot the Informal Domestic Relations Trial (IDRT)
in Oregon. The IDRT model has now been adopted statewide
and has been effective in increasing meaningful access to
justice for primarily self-represented parties in family law
cases. Currently, I preside over all aspects of criminal, civil
and family law cases filed with our Court.
I regularly volunteer my time to provide continuing education
to lawyers and judges on a statewide and local level, and I am
an active and engaged member of the Deschutes County Bar
Association.
I remain committed to the principles of fairness, courage,
and conviction for our Court, and upholding the laws of this
State and our Constitution as a foundation for sound decision
making. It would be an honor and privilege to continue serv-
ing as a Circuit Court Judge for Deschutes County, and I thank
you for your support.
(This information furnished by Beth Bagley.)
Judge of the Circuit Court, 11th District, Position 1
Raymond D
Crutchley
Nonpartisan
Occupation: Circuit Court
Judge for Deschutes County,
11th District (2018 to Present)
Occupational Background:
Prosecutor: Deschutes County
District Attorney's Office;
President, Civil Litigator and
Criminal Defense Attorney: The Legal Crutch, PC; Managing
Partner, Civil Litigator and Criminal Defense Attorney:
Hartfield & Crutchley, PC; Adjunct Professor: Portland
Community College; Judicial Law Clerk: Oregon Judicial
Department.
Educational Background: Juris Doctorate, Lewis & Clark Law
School (1999) – Member, Cornelius Honor Society; Bachelor
of Arts (Honors) -Philosophy, CUNY-Queens College (1995)
Prior Governmental Experience: United States Marine Corps
Community Service: Bend Downtown Livability Committee;
Coach, Summit H.S. Regional Mock Trial Competition.
“Judge Crutchley demonstrates, both personally and profes-
sionally, a genuine dedication to community service and
respect for the rule of law. His steadfast work ethic and
measured temperament is essential to his role as Circuit Court
Judge. Judge Crutchley has my full support.” -Senior Judge
Alta J. Brady, former Presiding Judge, Deschutes County
Circuit Court
Personal Statement:
The role of a judge is to be fair, impartial, possess legal
knowledge and integrity, be a vehicle for access to justice,
and provide a venue for all who come before the Court to be
heard.
I am committed to treating all who come before the Court
fairly and with respect. I have many years of legal experience
both in civil and criminal defense litigation. I have repre-
sented clients in personal injury, estate planning, criminal,
contract, property and domestic relations matters. I have
advocated for victims and I am an experienced litigator
and problem solver. I am passionate about helping people
improve their lives.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank retiring Judge
Alta J. Brady for her many years of dedicated service, com-
mitment to working cooperatively with community groups,
local government, and law enforcement to provide ready
access to justice. I pledge my commitment to carry on the
work she has done and build on the solid foundation she has
laid.
I thank you for your support.
www.CrutchleyforJudge.com
(This information furnished by Raymond D. Crutchley.)
47Index | Index of Candidates
Name Page
Armstrong, Rex 45
Bagley, Beth 46
Bentz, Cliff 29
Boddie, Nathan K 39
Bonham, Daniel G 32
Brown, Kate 36
Buehler, Knute 26
Burnette, Eric 33
Byrne, Michael 33
Carpenter, Sam 28
Crary, James (Jim) 35
Crutchley, Raymond D 46
Cuff, Bruce 28
Duncan, Rebecca 42
Egan, James C (Jim) 44
Flynn, Meagan A 43
Helt, Cheri 31
Hoyle, Val 41
Kabakov, Solea 37
Kiely, Eileen 38
Krohn, Kyle L 45
Long-Curtiss, Darcy 40
Mason, Raz 34
McLane, Mike 31
McLeod-Skinner, Jamie 35
Neahring, Jennifer (Jenni) 36
Neville, Candace 37
Ogden, Lou 41
Pounds, Van 43
Rippberger, Karen 39
Romero Jr, Paul J 25
Schimmoller, Ben 30
Smith, Jeff 27
Starnes, Patrick 24
Stauffer, David W 27
Trumble, Bill 38
Walden, Greg 25
White, Tim S 34
Wooldridge, Greg C 26
Zika, Jack 30
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