Category Politics
Salem delegate sees renewed energy among Democrats ahead of DNC
Nathan Soltz will be a delegate to the Democratic National Convention for the third time and said the party’s been reinvigorated following President Joe Biden’s decision to drop out of the race.
Despite denials, records show Oregon Republican Party trying to keep Libertarians off the ballot
The Oregon Republican Party’s attorney urged the Secretary of State to target Libertarian ballot access.
Oregon’s Democratic delegates unanimously back Kamala Harris
The Democratic Party of Oregon has seen an influx of volunteer sign-ups since President Joe Biden endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris, party leaders said.
Oregon Democrats praise Biden, welcome his decision to drop out
Oregon Democrats praised Biden as a longtime public servant, while Republicans said he should retire from the presidency.
Oregon Democrats lead in fundraising for competitive congressional districts
Democrat Janelle Bynum brought in the most money of any candidate during May and June.
Salem moms, business owners call for federal investment in child care in meeting with Salinas
Hundreds of families in Marion and Polk counties qualify for state subsidies to help pay for child care, but are sitting on a waitlist because of inadequate funding.
Peter Courtney, longtime Senate president who advocated for Salem, dies at 81
Peter Courtney, the longest-serving legislator in state history, died Tuesday of complications from cancer at 81. He was a champion of Salem's YMCA and other projects around the city.
Oregon Rep. Chavez-DeRemer has mixed record on LGBTQ+ issues in Congress
U.S. Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer introduced a bill to reverse dishonorable military discharges under Don't Ask, Don't Tell but supported barring transgender girls from playing girls' sports.
Rep. Blumenauer calls on Biden to withdraw while other Oregon Dems stay silent
Rep. Earl Blumenauer called for President Joe Biden to withdraw from the presidential race on Wednesday. Other members of Oregon’s Democratic congressional delegation are keeping mum.