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.
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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.
Ballot measures on cannabis unions, higher corporate taxes could be on November ballot
Election officials will determine whether backers of the two proposals collected enough valid signatures from Oregon voters.
Federal jury rejects former Oregon legislative staffer’s unjust firing claim
Laura Hanson was fired twice by different Democratic legislators and claimed retaliation.
Unusual coin toss determines outcome of 7-7 tie in Oregon House primary
AROUND OREGON: An obscure piece of state election law meant one Eugene primary was settled by coin flip, with elections workers standing in for candidates.