Footwear for Oregon Democrats

Talking about politics and fashion in the same breath can be just as dangerous as putting plaid and paisley together in the same outfit, especially where female candidates are concerned.

But in this case, we think it's safe to point out this John Kitzhaber supporter's use of campaign buttons to decorate her ballet flats is ingenious. Should Kitzhaber ever disappoint her, she only has to change the buttons.

We're probably on less safe ground when we note now that Will Rasmussen, the Democratic candidate locked in a tight battle with Republican Julie Parrish in state House District 37, is wearing flip-flops tonight.