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Democrats Have the Opportunity to Flip More Legislative Seats in the Oregon Suburbs—but They’re Vulnerable Elsewhere

There’s reason to doubt whether Democrats can expand their 2018 gains in November, but they’re also unlikely to lose the Portland suburbs.

WW’s November 2020 Endorsements: Oregon House

Everyone has had a difficult 2020, but few juggled as many new tasks as Dr. Maxine Dexter.

Murmurs: Legislative Candidate Caught Inflating Résumé

In other news: Portland City Council remembers Nick Fish.

In a Quick Special Session, Oregon Lawmakers Did Something Unusual: They Got Along, and Passed Reforms

Oregon Legislature Passes Package of Police Reform Bills as Special Session Ends

Khanh Pham Made History. She’s Among Many Candidates of Color Who Won Victories in Legislative and City Contests.

Upsets could create new dynamics in Portland politics.

State Rep. Kevin Mannix Has Big Plans for Fighting Crime in Oregon. So Why Does the Governor Want to Cut Him Down to Size?

“It’s like saying what a difference one anaconda can make if it’s strapped around your neck.”

Mitch Greenlick, Oregon’s Elder Statesman on Public Health, Has Died

“He died while serving in office, doing what he loved. Oregonians lost a champion for fairness, justice, and health care as a human right. His work and legacy will benefit Oregonians for years to come.”

Rep. Diego Hernandez Is Being Investigated for Sexual Harassment

Hernandez was the subject of a restraining order that has since been dismissed.

WW’s May 2020 Endorsements for Oregon Legislature

We don’t often endorse first-time candidates, especially for a job this big. But we don’t often encounter candidates of Kate Lieber’s caliber.

Willamette Week

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