Tom Andersen

Occupation: Attorney, private practice.

Occupational Background: Attorney — private practice (26 years) and State Accident Insurance Fund (19 years)

Educational Background: University of Illinois, BA; University of Oregon, JD.

Prior Governmental Experience: Salem City Councilor, Ward 2, 2015-present; South Central Association of Neighbors President and Land Use and Transportation Chair 2008-12; Member and President, Lane Transit District Board 1988-1991.

VOTE FOR A PROVEN SALEM LEADER

House District 19 is newly formed district. It needs someone who has lived here, who knows the communities and neighbors of the district. And it needs someone who has a proven record of accomplishment working for the people of the district

My wife Jessica and I have lived in the district for 16 years. I’ve headed a neighborhood association and I’ve served eight years on the Salem City Council where I’ve worked to improve the economy and livability for all Salem. As Councilor I have:

  • Addressed homelessness in a compassionate and effective way
  • Led efforts to create Salem’s Climate Action Plan
  • Worked to remove barriers and create incentives for affordable housing
  • Supported a successful seismic upgrade and renovation of our library
  • Led the effort to ban single-use plastic bags in Salem
  • Introduced and enacted resolutions declaring Salem an inclusive City and condemning white supremacy and institutional racism

As your State Representative I will advocate for:

  • More state funding for homeless shelter and services
  • More state support for affordable housing
  • Climate action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions with creative solutions
  • Greater support for education to increase graduation rates
  • Improved facilities and infrastructure for biking, walking and transit
  • State funding in lieu of local taxes to support emergency services in Salem
  • Civic and climate curriculum in our state schools

Endorsed by:

Current City Councilors: Chris Hoy, Trevor Phillips, Jose Gonzales

Past Councilors: Cara Kaser, Diana Dickey

Benny Williams, Immediate Past-President, Salem-Keizer NAACP

Barbara Fuller, Former Chair, Marion County Democratic Party

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James Hieb

Occupation: Oregon State House of Representatives; Director of Building Blocks ELC Preschool and Childcare; Father of Four

Occupational Background: United States Marine: Vice Commander Veterans of Foreign Wars; Hoffman Family Farms; Ashrey Development Construction

Educational Background: Clackamas County Community College- ASOT Business

Prior Governmental Experience: Oregon State House Representative; Member, City of Canby Housing Needs Committee; Vice Chair, Canby Planning Commission

I am asking for your support to continue my work as your current Oregon State Representative. I will represent the interests of House District 51 with hard work and integrity. In the 2022 Legislative Session, I was able to secure significant funding approval for critical programs within the district. I want to continue my efforts to get our fair share of funds from the State budget.

I have a background of service to our Country, to the State of Oregon and to our community that has prepared me to serve in the Oregon Legislature. District 51 has been home for my entire life. It is where I grew up, went to school, worked, and am currently raising my kids. I have a supportive family that allows me the time necessary to work on Legislative issues.

Priorities:

-Support local businesses that provide jobs and benefits to our community

-Provide quality education for our children

-Keep our communities safe for all who live in District 51

-Address the needs of our population

-Actively make Oregon a better place to live.

Endorsed by:

-Oregon Right to Life PAC

-Oregon Farm Bureau Federation

“I appreciate working with Representative James Hieb. In his time at the legislature, he worked very hard for his district. He was able to secure a significant amount of money for infrastructure and people who are most in need. His advocacy has already greatly benefitted the community. I look forward to working with him in the future.” ~Senator Chuck Thomsen

Vote to Elect James Hieb

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(This information furnished by James Hieb for Oregon.)

 

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Drew A Layda

Occupation: Project Planner, Cost Estimator, Analyst

Occupational Background: Drew worked-up through a commercial diving apprenticeship, through the ranks of tender and diver, then supervisor, superintendent, project manager and then project-planner/cost-estimator for sub-sea, marine, and heavy civil construction projects. Commercial saturation diving is a dangerous occupation requiring a broadly diversified knowledge base and precisely calculated judgement. The life-support system and tooling required is more complex than anything outside the space program. Planning and estimating these projects is equally as exacting. Working for one of the largest domestic marine contractors in the US, Drew was integral to planning the Disaster Response for the States of Emergency caused by hurricanes Katrina and Rita. Drew works extraordinarily well under pressure.

Educational Background: High School, Woodrow Wilson; Commercial Diving Certification, The Ocean Corporation.

Prior Governmental Experience: Navy Veteran, Multnomah County Republican PCP & Parliamentarian, Dual-nominated 2018 candidate Oregon’s 1st Congressional District.

About

Drew lives with his wife of 23 years, Kamden, on their 85′ Motorsailer on the Multnomah Channel just south of the Columbia County line. Here they raised their two children Darryen (working on dual major in art & biology) & Kolton (a three tour Army Ranger veteran) both graduates of Scappoose High School.

Taking action, Getting Results

Drew has been working hard to shield Oregonians from the Supermajority policies coming out of Salem. He has actively stood with us for years against job-killing cap and trade bills, anti gun bills, bills attacking our natural resourse jobs, bills eliminating law and order. Drew testified against more bills in the 2022 legislative session than any candidate and put a list of all the 2022 bills and all the contact/campaign finance information for Oregon’s Legislators on his website. No candidate has put so many resources at the fingertips of the people he seeks to represent.

Endorsements

Oregon Right To Life PAC

Parent’s Rights In Education PAC

Oregon Firearms Federation PAC

Restore Oregon Now

Free Oregon Inc.

Stand For Health Freedom

DrewForOregon.com

(This information furnished by Friends of Drew A. Layda.)

 

Anna M Scharf

Occupation: Farmer / Farm Office Manager, State Representative

Occupational Background: Legislative Policy Analyst, Supply Chain Manager, Strategic Sourcing Manager

Educational Background: MBA in international business management, University of Phoenix; Bachelor’s in Political Science, SOU

Prior Governmental Experience: Perrydale School Board, Perrydale School Board Budget Committee, Polk County Fair Board, Precinct Committee Person

“This session I chief sponsored legislation to protect your medical privacy, protect your second amendment rights and remove prescription drugs from the Corporate Activity Tax requirement that is closing our local pharmacies.

“I fought against legislation that funded special interest groups rather than supporting all Oregonians. I stood up against allowing state agencies more power and less oversight. I advocated for our law enforcement and first responders to have the tools they need to do their jobs and the resources the need to recruit and retain highly qualified people.

“Fighting for your individual rights, the rights of small business, parent choices in education, natural resource industries and transparency in government will remain at the forefront of my agenda.”

“Anna has a proven track record of fighting for ag issues and quality education for our kids. She is the leader HD 23 needs to represent them in Salem.” Former State Representative Bill Post

Anna is an experienced, conservative leader!

Vicki Breeze-Iverson, State Representative Minority Party Leader

Jessica George, State Representative

Jennifer Wheeler, Former Polk County Commissioner

Tony Meeker, Former State Representative, State Senator and State Treasurer

Anna shares our values!

Oregon Farm Bureau Federation

Oregonians for Food and Shelter

Oregon Taxpayers Association

Oregon Coalition of Police and Sheriffs

Oregon Right to Life PAC

“Serving as your State Representative has been an incredible honor. I am running to continue to serve and stand up for House District 23 in Salem. The Portland Progressives are trying to expand their unique brand of dysfunction statewide, and I will fight everyday to stand up to them and make sure your voice is heard at the Capitol.”

www.voteannascharf.com

(This information furnished by Friends of Anna Scharf.)

 

Virgle J Osborne

Occupation: Owner, Twin Peaks Off-Road; Sales Executive, FCC Commercial Furniture

Occupational Background: Sales Manager, FCC Commercial Furniture; Manager, Carquest Auto Parts; Sales Executive, Franklin International Adhesives; Sales Manager, Silvan Incorporated

Educational Background: Umpqua Community College, Business Administration; Douglas High School; State Certified, Search and Rescue

Prior Governmental Experience: Chairman, Douglas County Planning Commission; Chairman, Oregon State Parks OHV Oversight Committee; Member, Winston Planning Commission

Ending Lawlessness & Supporting Law Enforcement

Our state has seen violence of unparalleled proportions. We continue to be put on the national stage with news of endless riots and record-breaking murders. Our police have been cast aside and shamed and their morale is low. I will stand by law enforcement every day and ensure that they have the resources necessary to do their job.

Defending Timber & Small Business

The radical policies coming from Governor Brown and extreme progressive legislators from Portland is harming our local economy. I will work tirelessly to ensure that our timberlands are properly managed and small businesses are protected from baseless shutdowns, and new taxes. They have been through enough.

Ending Government Mandates

The Government’s overreach with mandates has done irreparable harm to businesses, workers, and students. I will work to implement laws that prevent future overreach.

Protecting Your Civil Liberties

I am a staunch supporter of your 2nd Amendment rights. I will fight back against all bills that further diminish your right to keep and bear arms.

Virgle Osborne
Stronger Leadership. Better Results.

“I can attest to Virgle’s leadership and his dedication to our community. He will stand by law enforcement, protect your rights, and keep the government in check.”
– Douglas County Sheriff, John Sheriff

As a Volunteer and Team Leader on the Douglas County Sheriff’s Search and Rescue Team, I understand sacrifice and dedication. As our motto reads: “These things we do so others may live.”

Learn more at www.VirgleOsborne.com

(This information furnished by Friends of Virgle Osborne.)

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Andrea Valderrama

Occupation: State Representative; Strategic Initiatives Director, ACLU of Oregon

Occupational Background: Policy advising and advocacy, coalition building, grassroots community organizing in public and non profit sectors

Educational Background: Masters of Public Administration, Portland State University; Bachelor of Arts, University of Oregon

Prior Governmental Experience: David Douglas School Board, Chair

Pronouns: ella/she

As a first generation Peruvian American and daughter of immigrants, serving my community is integral to who I am. My platform is rooted in my Incan communal values. My legislative priorities are rooted in racial, economic, disability and gender justice and include:

  • Addressing homelessness and the housing crisis
  • Investing in working families and small businesses
  • Reducing cost of living and wage inequality
  • Keeping our communities safe
  • Supporting our teachers, students, and caregivers
  • Expanding affordable healthcare and building healthy communities
  • Developing climate resiliency

Since my appointment in 2021, I’ve led workgroups with community leaders to tackle housing inequities by increasing access to affordable housing and preventing displacement. This year, I introduced legislation to drive down the cost of living by providing $600 direct payments to 245,000 low wage workers that will be distributed this June. I serve as Deputy Whip in the House Democratic Caucus, Co-Vice Chair of the BIPOC Caucus, and as a member of six committees including Joint Committee on Ways and Means, House Revenue, and House Housing.

I’m proud to be endorsed by:

U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley

Senator Kayse Jama

Jessica Vega Pederson

Eddy Morales

Stephanie D. Stephens, Chair, David Douglas School Board

East County Rising

Unite Oregon Action

SEIU Oregon

Oregon State Building & Construction Trades Council

Pacific Northwest Regional Council of Carpenters

Oregon Nurses Association

Building Power for Communities of Color

APANO

Next Up Action Fund

Planned Parenthood PAC of Oregon

Pro-Choice Oregon PAC

Basic Rights Oregon Equality PAC

PCUN (Pineros y Campesinos del Noroeste)

Oregon League of Conservation Voters

Oregon & Southern Idaho District Council of Laborers (LIUNA)

Learn more!

Website: dreafororegon.com

Instagram: @dreafororegon

(This information furnished by Friends of Andrea Valderrama.)