Occupation: Small business owner; Advocate

Occupational Background: Journalism; Meyer Memorial Trust Advisory Committee, Black and Beyond the Binary board Treasurer

Educational Background: Prescott College, BA Journalism and Multimedia

Prior Governmental Experience: Chair Black American Caucus & PCP, WashCo Democrats

Zeloszelos Marchandt: The Right Choice for Beaverton

Just like you, Beaverton is my home. It’s where my partner and I chose to raise our son, enjoy the natural beauty, and grow our small business. After nearly four decades living in Washington County, I’m ready to represent us in Salem where I can keep fighting for Beaverton families.

Housing & Homelessness:

We can’t wait to solve our homelessness crisis. I’ve been a leader in making housing procurements more accessible to the community. Our safe neighborhoods need more affordable housing, more first-time buyer programs, emergency shelter, renter protections, and wraparound services so more people can have a place to call home.

Working Families and Civil Rights:

I will continue supporting our essential workers and all families, regardless of gender identity or sexuality, with fair wages, strong safety protections, and access to affordable, high-quality healthcare, including abortion.

Improving Schools:

As a parent and a guest teacher, I know we need to invest in schools so students receive the instruction they need five days a week. We need peer support programs for educators so we can retain more talented teachers and teachers of color.

Combating Climate Change:

My business, like many in Oregon, depends on natural resources, preserving and honoring the land we grow food on. I’ll bring bold leadership to the fight for our climate, because the next generation depends on us.

www.ZelosForOregon.com

Endorsed by:

Basic Rights Oregon Equality PAC

Planned Parenthood PAC of Oregon

Pro-Choice Oregon PAC

Asian Pacific American Network of Oregon

Senator Akasha Lawrence-Spence

Nadia Hassan, Beaverton City Council

Ugonna Enyinnaya, Beaverton School Board

Mark Watson, Hillsboro School Board Chair

Tya Ping, Tualatin Hills Park and Recreation Board President

Martita Meier, Washington County Democrats Vice Chair

(This information furnished by Committee To Elect Zeloszelos Marchandt.)

 

Occupation: Engineer

Occupational Background: Software and systems engineer; engineering management; non-profit director and treasurer; youth minister

Educational Background: The Pingry School – High school

Prior Governmental Experience: PCP (2018-present) and Chair (2020- present), Columbia County Democrats

I will help build an Oregon that works for all of us, and ensure that our government preserves the rights of all Oregonians while making sure everyone has equal access to every opportunity they can.

The cost of living is rising, making it harder for families and seniors on a fixed income to live comfortably. This, along with a lack of affordable housing is contributing to the homelessness epidemic. I will work to ensure that jobs with liveable wages are readily available.

I believe the Democratic ideal is for every person to have an equal voice in our government and our society, but too often if feels like every dollar gets an equal voice, instead. I will work to reduce the corrosive effect money is having on our politics.

The legislature made progress on several issues during this year’s short session, including improving health care coverage, fair treatment for agricultural workers, protecting our environment, addressing our housing crisis, and other issues. I will continue to build on that work, furthering progress on these issues and many more they didn’t address. I’m asking for your vote so that we can keep Oregon moving forward together.

(This information furnished by Anthony for Oregon.)

 

Occupation: Software Engineer and Data Scientist

Occupational Background: Delivered fab automation software, 3D game tools, an online game, and aerial drones.

Educational Background: B.S. Computer Science – University of Utah; Masters of Computer Science with Data Science – University of Illinois, Urbana Champaign

Prior Governmental Experience: HSD Community Curriculum Advisory Committee (5 years) – advises the school board on new curricula.

My wife and I have been raising our family in Hillsboro for twenty years, and serving in our schools for most of that time. Last year I ran for school board, and fought alongside other parents to open our schools sooner to help our most vulnerable students. I spoke up for parental rights. Looking at recent legislation (e.g. SB1521), it is clear that this fight is for control over our laws, not just our local schools and board.

We need to…

Protect our freedoms

• COVID has shown us that our state government has too much power.
• Other states suffered less impact with fewer restrictions.
• Mandates have stalled our children’s education and hurt small businesses.
• We need to reconsider limits on what our government can mandate.

Keep public school decisions local

• The superintendent should be accountable to the school board, who answer to parents and voters. Salem is changing this formula to centralize control.
• Salem’s one-size-fits-all programs are crippling our local schools.
• Over 3% of our students are trying to transfer out to other districts or charter schools because their needs are not met in local public schools. Private schools are overflowing. These alternatives should be open to all students.
• Parents should have more say in their children’s education.

The past two years have shown real divisions across our state. In Salem, I will actively work with both sides to find the best solutions for Oregon.

Endorsements

• Shawn Lindsay – State Representative, 2011-2013
• Bruce Starr – State Senator, 2002 – 2012; State Representative, 1998 – 2002

(This information furnished by Joe Everton for Hillsboro.)

 

Occupation: Retired Business Owner of a local firm serving electric utility industry.

Occupational Background: 40+ years serving the electric utility industry including engineering, manufacturing, distribution, sales, and international sales.

Educational Background: Engineering studies at Somerset Institute of Technology; Business Administration, Centenary University.

Prior Governmental Experience: Republican Committee Precinct Person with a clear perspective on government.

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: Compassionate Hands International; Charbonneau (Country View Neighborhood); Horizon Community Church and Hispanic Outreach (Esperanza); Several Electric Utility Associations.

FAMILY: Married to Anna for 38 years. Blessed with two sons, a law enforcement officer, and a former Marine now a production manager. We have loved living in this beautiful State Oregon for more than 31 years.

REPUBLICAN BACKGROUND AND COMMITMENT: After selling my interest in a small business partnership in 2020 and retiring, I realized that voting and contributing money alone were not enough. I sought an appointment as Precinct Committee Person. Last year, I was also appointed to the Oregon Republican Party State Convention as a Delegate where I worked on the GOP platform and actively participated at the Convention. While volunteering for candidates, I gained considerable insight into the many real problems facing average Oregonians and this inspired me to step forward and serve my community as your State Representative.

MY PERSONAL MESSAGE: We are a constitutional republic that draws its authority from the consent of the governed. Somehow many of our political leaders have forgotten this truth.

As your State Representative, I will focus on improving our transportation system, reducing congestion, and opposing new tolls. Furthermore, I want to ensure that parents have options for how they educate their children and that school districts focus on the fundamentals. I’ll work hard to ensure we take care of the most vulnerable in society and make policy decisions that support private sector job growth.

I humbly ask for your vote.

(This information furnished by Glenn Lancaster.)

 

Occupation: Attorney, Adjunct Assistant Professor, and tasting room host at WillaKenzie Estate & J. Christopher Wines.

Occupational Background: Attorney, Tribal Advocate, and marketing manager.

Educational Background: Newberg schools, University of Oregon (B.S.), American University (M.A. & J.D.).

Prior Governmental Experience: PCP; McMinnville Budget Committee.

I know this district.

As a fifth-generation Oregonian, born and raised in Newberg, I know this district – its residents, challenges, and opportunities. I volunteer with YCAP, NWSDS, and McMinnville’s Budget Committee, working to find solutions for the residents of Yamhill County. As your next Representative, I will go to work finding solutions for the residents of District 24.

I am passionate about improving people’s lives.

I became a lawyer to make a difference in people’s lives. Abroad, I fought to protect democracy, counter extremism, and promote human rights. When I moved back, I was shocked to see those values under attack here. We are facing extremism, division, and systemic injustices. I am running to protect the principles of democracy and ensure that all Oregonians have a voice and a place in Oregon.

I have the right experience.

I am passionate about Oregon, and I have governmental experience working with US Congress, the European Union Parliament, and the UN International Law Commission. I am a lawyer, and I understand the importance of crafting targeted, effective legislation. I work hard, and I will get things done for this district.

As your Representative, I will work to promote:

• Access to democracy, including countering extremism and protecting human rights;
• Access to a fair economy that serves all Oregonians;
• Access to affordable housing;
• Access to healthcare, including access to women’s healthcare and mental healthcare;
• Access to a healthy environment;
• Access to quality public education; and
• Access to justice, including adequate funding for civil legal aid and Oregon’s immigration and public defender systems.

Please vote for me to be your next Representative. Together, we can ensure District 24 serves us all fairly.

Learn more at: Victoria4OregonHouse.com

(This information furnished by Victoria Ernst.)