Bob (Elvis) Clark

Occupation: Retired

Occupational Background: Sr. Economist, Oregon Pub. Util. Commission; Economist, Bonneville Power Admin.

Educational Background: Portland State University, BS and Masters in Economics

Prior Governmental Experience: Member, Milwaukie Public Safety, Advisory Committee

* I Will Fight to Reign In Crime.

The highest purpose of our police is to secure the life, property, and rights of the people. Like the rest of us, Police must obey the law and be held accountable when they don’t. At the same time, police must be able to vigorously enforce the law confident we have their backs. We need to adequately fund, train, and honor the vast majority of police who serve with honor and heroism. Enough of this crime wave – let’s take our streets back.

* I Will Fight to Reign In Homelessness.

Like you, I want to help and show compassion to people struggling to survive. But widespread homelessness and aggressive panhandling is no answer. Both threaten our health and safety. It’s time to shut down homeless camps and tent communities. At the same time, we need to work with our churches, communities, and networks of shelters and services to make alternatives of homelessness safer and more accessible. Facilitating job creation, instead of chasing employers away, will also reduce homelessness.

* I Will Fight to Empower Parents.

Schools and teachers are important, but PARENTS should be the primary directors of their childrens’ education – not government officials. School curriculum, teaching methods, board policies, and other such things must fully transparent and easily accessible to parents. Money should follow students into any accredited public, private, charter, or home school chosen by parents because poor, working, and middle class parents should have more of the same choices that rich parents have. Our schools should be as diverse as our children are.

We know what works. We just need to do it. Elect me and I will.
VOTE BOB (ELVIS) CLARK FOR STATE REPRESENTATIVE

(This information furnished by Bob Clark.)

John Woods

Occupation: Retired

Occupational Background: Electronics Technician

Educational Background: Assoc. Degree, Electrical Technology, Morrisville Ag & Tech College

Prior Governmental Experience: US Navy Veteran

I Will Fight to Reign In Crime.

The highest purpose of our police is to secure the life, property, and rights of the people. Like the rest of us, Police must obey the law and be held accountable when they don’t. At the same time, police must be able to enforce the law confident we have their backs. Police should be the wall standing between lawful citizens and criminal activity. We must adequately fund, train, and honor the vast majority of police who serve with honor and heroism.

I Will Address the Homelessness Problem.

Like you, I want to show compassion to people struggling to survive. But widespread homelessness and aggressive panhandling is no answer. Oregonians have a right to clean, safe neighborhoods free of trash and human waste. It’s time to shut down homeless camps and tent communities. At the same time, let’s work with our churches, communities, and networks of shelters and services to make alternatives of homelessness safer and more accessible. Job creation, and training for those who can work is an important step. Mental health issues and substance abuse issues need to be addressed.

I Will Fight to Empower Parents.

Schools and teachers are important, but PARENTS should be the primary directors of their childrens’ education. Parents are the ones who see the talents, skills, needs and dreams of their children. School curriculum, teaching methods, board policies, and other such things must be transparent and easily accessible to parents. Money should follow students into any accredited public, private, charter, or home school chosen by parents. All parents should have access to the same choices, regardless of income. Our schools should be as diverse as our children are.

We know what works. We just need to do it. Elect me and I will.
VOTE JOHN WOODS FOR STATE REPRESENTATIVE

(This information furnished by John Woods.)

 

Charles (Chick) Mengis

Occupation: Retired

Occupational Background: Accountant, Portland General Electric

Educational Background: Assoc. Degree, Accounting, Northwestern College of Business

Prior Governmental Experience: Precinct Committee Chairperson

* I Will Fight to Reign In Crime.

The highest purpose of our police is to secure the life, property, and rights of the people. Like the rest of us, Police must obey the law and be held accountable when they don’t. At the same time, police must be able to vigorously enforce the law confident we have their backs. We need to adequately fund, train, and honor the vast majority of police who serve with honor and heroism. Enough of this crime wave – let’s take our streets back.

* I Will Fight to Reign In Homelessness.

Like you, I want to help and show compassion to people struggling to survive. But widespread homelessness and aggressive panhandling is no answer. Both threaten our health and safety. It’s time to shut down homeless camps and tent communities. At the same time, we need to work with our churches, communities, and networks of shelters and services to make alternatives of homelessness safer and more accessible. Facilitating job creation, instead of chasing employers away, will also reduce homelessness.

* I Will Fight to Empower Parents.

Schools and teachers are important, but PARENTS should be the primary directors of their childrens’ education – not government officials. School curriculum, teaching methods, board policies, and other such things must fully transparent and easily accessible to parents. Money should follow students into any accredited public, private, charter, or home school chosen by parents because poor, working, and middle class parents should have more of the same choices that rich parents have. Our schools should be as diverse as our children are.

We know what works. We just need to do it. Elect me and I will.
VOTE CHARLES MENGIS FOR STATE REPRESENTATIVE

(This information furnished by Charles Mengis.)

 

Alistair Firmin

Occupation: Business Executive

Occupational Background: Performance Improvement, Leadership, Technology

Educational Background: MBA, William & Mary, Mason School of Business. BA, Communication, University at Albany, State University of New York.

Prior Governmental Experience: Appointed to Lake Oswego School Board committee

Community Involvement: Immediate Past Board Chair of OMSI, Past Board Chair of Youth Villages Oregon, Board member of Cascade Pacific Council Scouts BSA, Assistant Scoutmaster of a Scouts BSA troop of girls.

Personal: Married to Kate for 23 years. Father of 2 Lake Oswego graduates and 2 currently in Lake Oswego schools.

VOTE!

The most important thing is that you vote.

Balance, Moderation, True Representation

Balance

Oregon needs a more balanced legislature. Supermajority rule is harming this once great state.

  • 34% of registered voters control 62% of the House of Representatives
  • Voters defeated a gross receipts tax; the legislature chose to pass one anyway
  • Oregonians deserve more value for the amount of money we pay in taxes

Moderation

Governing from the middle and bringing all to the table will get Oregon back on track.

  • Partner with business to restore Oregon’s economic strength
  • Reasonable, responsible controls and regulations
  • Long term planning, not knee jerk politically motivated decisions

True Representation

All Oregonians deserve a voice; a few individuals in one party should not control decisions for all.

  • Public schools must work for all, education standards raised, and curriculum input from parents
  • Law enforcement is essential to the well-being of our communities and needs to be supported
  • Homeless crisis across the state is getting worse, not better; we need a comprehensive plan

Endorsements

Lake Oswego Councilor John Wendland

Lake Oswego Counselor Aaron Rapf

Portland Business Executive Claudia Valderrama

Small Business Owner Ashley Miller

Former Oregon Republican Party Chair Allen Alley

Former Lake Oswego Board Chair Bob Barman

Former Lake Oswego Mayor Kent Studebaker

Former Lake Oswego Councilor Jeff Gudman

Former Lake Oswego Councilor Skip O’Neill

www.AlistairForOregon.com

(This information furnished by Alistair Firmin.)

 

Dan Davis

Occupation: Entrpreneur, Occupation: r; Business owner/CEO (3 different companies).,President/ owner of D2X Construction and D2X Associates dba prime architect/engineering contractor to the VA in Portland, OR, Vancouver, WA; Brooklyn, NY; St Albans, NY: and Manhattan, NY; for designs, specifications, drawings and construction estimates:

Occupational Background: Occupational Background: US Army Vietnam, 1968; General Electric Co Schenectady, NYEngineer, Sr Engineer and Manager; Entrepreneur, Founder and owner: Turbine Technology Services Corp in Saratoga County ,NY. Builder/developer Jackson County, OR,S.O. Habitat for Humanity Board (President)

Educational Background: : Baccalaureate degree,Westminster College(4 years) in Math; Distinguished Military Student and Graduate; New Mexico State University, Business law and Accounting; College, Systems Analysis; GE, Effective Cash Management training.

Prior Governmental Experience: Platoon leader and unit Commander,Viet Nam, U.S. Army Safeguard System Evaluation Agency (R&D); Oregon Energy Trust Board; RVTD Board Vice Chair

As your representative some of my focus areas would be: Veterans Issues, Climate and Environment Protection, Homelessness, Fire Protection, and Suicide Prevention.

(This information furnished by Dan Davis.)

 

Lisa Davidson

Occupation: Communication and Training Consultant

Occupational Background: Owner, Lisa Davidson Consulting; Executive Director/Dean, Clackamas Community College; Vice President, First Interstate Bank; Executive Board, North Clackamas Chamber; State Advisory Board, Small Business Development Centers

Educational Background: George Fox University, Doctorate-Educational Leadership; Portland State University, Masters-Speech and Communications; Portland State University, Bachelors-Business/Marketing

Prior Governmental Experience: Precinct Committee Person; Clackamas County Economic Development Commission; Oregon City 2040 Plan

LISA DAVIDSON

Leadership We Can Count On

“As your State Representative I will fight tirelessly to support small businesses and workforce training, oppose government overreach and defend our constitutional rights.”

-Dr. Lisa Davidson

SUPPORTING OUR SMALL BUSINESSES

Oregon’s small businesses have been hammered by Governor Brown’s mandates, our state’s high taxes, and excessive government regulations. As state representative, I will work to protect small business owners, reduce the cost of owning and operating a business, and help our entrepreneurs grow and thrive.

INVESTING IN OUR WORKFORCE

A trained and educated workforce is essential to a thriving private sector. It’s also critical to helping individuals advance in their careers and earn higher wages and stable employment. As a former Executive Director/Dean of Clackamas Community College, I understand the importance of investing in career and technical education programs and making higher education more affordable.

KEEPING OUR COMMUNITIES SAFE

I support our local police officers and will be a strong advocate for fully funding law enforcement. Families should feel safe in their own neighborhoods, when they travel throughout the community, or visit other areas of the state. I will always stand up for our brave men and women in uniform and uphold the rule of law.

REDUCING CONGESTION

Clackamas County faces some of the worst congestion in the state. I will address this issue head on by advocating for improved transit options and increasing road capacity so we can keep our community moving. I will also SAY NO to TOLLING on our local highways.

MORE ABOUT LISA

Pro-Life

Pro-School Choice

Pro-Second Amendment

(This information furnished by Lisa Davidson.)

 

Catherine Thomasson

Occupation: Environmental Health Policy Specialist

Occupational Background: Executive Director, Physicians for Social Responsibility; Internal Medicine Physician & Educator, Portland State University; Medical Director, Providence Neighborhood Health Center.

Educational Background: M.D., B.A. Chemistry with Honors, Wayne State University.

Prior Governmental Experience: Chair, Democratic Party Environmental Caucus; Portland Climate Protection Plan Steering Committee; Portland Water Treatment Citizen Advisory Commission.

CLIMATE AND JUSTICE CHAMPION
DR. CATHERINE THOMASSON FOR STATE REPRESENTATIVE

I grew up in a working class family. My father was a union printer, my mother worked in insurance. My brother and I were the first in our family to attend college. For over 35 years, I have fought to protect public health and promote social justice. It is time I take my fight to the State Capitol. Together, we can:

Fight Climate Change
We can advance a Green New Deal in Oregon to create thriving wage jobs and protect our environment. Action is needed now.

Fight Money in Politics
We must level the playing field by eliminating corporate money to protect our democracy and ensure power lies in the hands of voters.

Fight for Housing Affordability
Outrageous prices are hurting everyone and we must act quickly to stop the humanitarian crisis on our streets and help people who are struggling.

Fight for Health Care For All
Insurance executives rake in massive profits while people can’t get the care they need. Health care is a human right.

I feel we must work side by side with impacted communities so our policies are truly supportive. I believe we can meet today’s challenges working together. I would be honored to have your vote.

– Catherine Thomasson, M.D.

I’m proud to be endorsed by:

State Representative Travis Nelson
State Representative Ken Helm
Rich Peppers, retired Union Organizer
Jody Wiser, Founder, Tax Fairness Oregon
Michael Heumann, M.D., Epidemiologist
Lisa Wilcke, Environmental Educator
Bill Bigelow, former PPS Teacher; Editor, Rethinking Schools Magazine
Ellen E. Lee, Registered Nurse

catherinefororegon.com

(This information furnished by Catherine Thomasson, M.D..)

 

Dustin Watkins

Rob Reynolds

Occupation: Business Development Manager and General Contractor

Occupational Background: Commercial alarm sales

Educational Background: Bachelor of Arts in Business Management, Warner Pacific University

Prior Governmental Experience: City of Milwaukie Public Safety Committee

Community Service: Head Deacon of Ohana Seventh Day Adventist Church, Follow The Star nativity play

PUBLIC SAFETY

Everyone has a right to safety, which means not only dedicating resources to prevention, but holding criminals accountable for their actions. We need to strengthen laws that support our police, and follow-through with prosecution. We need to hold back funding to counties whose District Attorney practices catch and release justice with rioters and other criminals.

SUPPORT FOR OUR SECOND AMENDMENT RIGHTS

I am an unwavering supporter of the right to keep and bear arms. Firearms safety and training should be available to all Oregonians, and legislators need to provide concealed carry reciprocity with other states.

TRANSPORTATION AND TOLLING

We shouldn’t be asking Oregonians to pay for roads twice by tolling existing roads. We need to expand our transportation capacity on roads and bridges, not prioritize bike lanes over infrastructure that carries freight and commuters. When elected, I will introduce legislation to reduce the gas tax until we have a solid plan to fund our highways and bridges.

WILDFIRES AND FORESTRY

We need to manage our forests with policies that allow for thinning of state and federal forests to prevent the widespread devastation that have become commonplace every summer. This will create jobs and prevent the kind of air pollution from smoke that eliminates any gain we’ve made with low carbon policies.

I WILL WORK FOR YOU

It is frustrating to see public officials forget who they work for. I promise to personally return your emails within 24 hours and phone calls within 48. I will be your public representative and serve you with gratitude and distinction.

PLEASE VOTE ROB REYNOLDS FOR STATE REPRESENTATIVE

(This information furnished by Evergreen Oregon PAC.)

 

Eilidh Lowery