Johnson now facing criticism for “abuse of legislative immunity” and refusing to answer additional questions [Portland, OR] This week, at least two news reports detailed how Betsy Johnson tried to “shirk responsibility” after she rear-ended another driver in 2013 and then tried to “pass the costs of the crash on to taxpayers” – revelations that have […]
Tina Kotek Responds to Reports that Betsy Johnson “Shirked Responsibility” After Traffic Accident
[Portland, OR] Yesterday, at least two news reports detailed how former State Senator Betsy Johnson tried to “shirk responsibility” after she rear-ended another driver in 2013, and then tried to “pass the costs of the crash on to taxpayers.” Today, Tina Kotek issued the following statement: “I am utterly appalled by so many parts of this […]
Week in Review: Independent Party of Oregon Criticizes Johnson, Gun Violence Prevention Forum Gains Traction, 100,000+ Oregonians Get a Pay Raise, SCOTUS Increases Stakes in November YET AGAIN
[Portland, OR] – It has been a busy news week heading into the Fourth of July weekend, and one thing is becoming increasingly clear: the results of this year’s election will change the landscape on many issues that Oregonians care about. From the state’s homelessness crisis, to gun violence, reproductive rights, clean air, and basic […]
Tina Kotek Decries U.S. Supreme Court’s Decision on Clean Air
[Portland, OR] – Tina Kotek, Oregon’s Democratic candidate for Governor, issued the following statement regarding yesterday’s Supreme Court decision to restrict the Environmental Protection Agency’s authority to mandate carbon emissions reductions: “Climate change, like so many other important issues, is on the ballot this November. Yesterday’s Supreme Court ruling regarding the EPA once again highlights the critical need […]
Tina Kotek Celebrates Oregon’s Minimum Wage Increase, Highlights Opponents’ Records of Siding with Corporate Special Interests over Working Families
[Portland, OR] – Today, Oregon’s minimum wage will increase for over 100,000 workers across the state. As House Speaker, Tina Kotek led the way to pass a much-needed minimum wage increase over fierce opposition from Republicans – and Senator Betsy Johnson – in 2016. While this critical legislation has helped level the playing field and strengthen Oregon’s economy, it […]
ICYMI: Independent Party of Oregon Distances Itself from Gubernatorial Candidate Betsy Johnson
“Betsy is not speaking for Independents by polarizing Oregonians” This week, gubernatorial candidate Betsy Johnson drew criticism from community leaders and even the Independent Party of Oregon for disparaging Portland as the “city of roaches.” Johnson’s remarks drew a backlash from community leaders, which was then covered by several local media outlets. In one story […]
Volunteer Leader with Moms Demand Action to Drazan and Johnson: “We’re furious, we’re paying attention, and we vote.”
Tina Kotek Called for a Forum on Gun Violence Prevention Two Weeks Ago [Portland, Oregon] – It has been two weeks since the Tina for Oregon campaign challenged Republican candidate Christine Drazan and conservative candidate Betsy Johnson to agree to an issue-specific forum on gun violence prevention policy. Neither candidate has responded. Even if they refuse […]
We saw the end of Roe v. Wade, and we took action
The Oregon Legislature passed the Reproductive Health Equity Act, but the fight’s not over. The U.S. Supreme Court just overturned almost 50 years of legal precedent, almost 50 years of protection for abortion access. Around the nation, abortion will be restricted, even illegal. But not in Oregon. We knew this day might come. That’s why […]
Week in Review: SCOTUS Decisions Highlight Need for Courageous Leaders on Choice and Guns
Tina Kotek is the only candidate running for Governor endorsed by pro-choice organizations and gun safety advocates [Portland, OR] – This week, the United States Supreme Court came down with two major decisions that make the stakes in the Oregon Governor’s race clearer than ever. In the Race for Oregon Governor, There is Only One Trusted […]
Tina Kotek Denounces SCOTUS Decision, Promises to Protect Abortion Access and Reproductive Freedom
Kotek: “Make no mistake: reproductive freedom is on the ballot in Oregon this year” [Portland, OR] – Today, Tina Kotek, Democratic candidate for Governor, issued the following statement regarding the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade: “Our right to control our own bodies and futures has been gutted. I’m furious. I’m deeply concerned for women […]