SALEM, OR – Governor Tina Kotek today signed a package of legislation focused on protecting Oregonians’ reproductive health care, keeping Planned Parenthood clinic doors open in every part of the state, and ensuring access to lifesaving vaccines as President Trump and Republicans in Congress escalate their attacks on patients, providers, and public health. The signing […]
Eugene Weekly Editorial Board Endorses Governor Tina Kotek in Democratic Primary
PORTLAND, OR — The Eugene Weekly Editorial Board endorsed Governor Tina Kotek in the Democratic Primary, citing her record of delivering results, especially on housing and homelessness, while standing up to President Trump’s attacks on Oregon. “Eugene/Springfield voters deserve a governor who shows up, listens, learns, and keeps delivering – and that’s exactly the work […]
ICYMI: Governor Kotek Continues to Expand Mental Health and Addiction Care, Strengthen Workforce Across Oregon
SALEM, OR – Governor Tina Kotek this week signed a bipartisan package of legislation focused on strengthening Oregon’s mental health and addiction care workforce, supporting frontline providers, and protecting Oregonians – especially young people – from emerging risks from irresponsible technology. The effort builds on Governor Kotek’s broader record of expanding mental health and addiction […]
UFCW Local 555 Endorses Governor Tina Kotek for Reelection
PORTLAND, OR – The United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW) Local 555, Oregon’s largest private-sector labor union representing more than 30,000 workers in grocery, meat, retail, plants and manufacturing, healthcare industry, and pharmacies across the Pacific Northwest, today announced its endorsement of Governor Tina Kotek for a second term as Governor. “Governor Kotek has shown […]
Eugene Weekly: Vote ’Em If You Got ’Em
As we interviewed candidate after candidate for our elections coverage and endorsements issue, R.E.M. played in our heads (or at least in heads of us over a certain age or into ’90s bands): “It’s the end of the world as we know it. And I feel fine.” Despite those dire feelings, Lane County and Oregon […]
OLCV endorses Tina Kotek for re-election
We’re proud to share that OLCV has officially endorsed Governor Tina Kotek for re-election. At a moment when Donald Trump and his allies are working to roll back decades of environmental progress, Oregon needs steady, proven leadership. Governor Kotek has been a steady partner in defending our climate, protecting our communities, and moving our state forward. Since taking […]
On Earth Day, the Oregon League of Conservation Voters Endorses Governor Tina Kotek for Reelection
PORTLAND, OR — Today, the Oregon League of Conservation Voters (OLCV) announced its endorsement of Governor Tina Kotek for reelection, citing her strong record on climate action, clean energy, and defending Oregon’s environmental values against President Trump’s attacks. “As Donald Trump and his MAGA allies work to roll back decades of environmental progress, Oregon needs […]
SEIU Members Endorse Governor Tina Kotek!
After a thorough process, our members endorsed Governor Tina Kotek in her reelection campaign. Governor Kotek has been a labor champion since her time in the Oregon Legislature and has continued to fight for our members as governor. Even in a difficult budget cycle facing federal funding cuts, Governor Kotek ensured we had the resources to win […]
Statement from Governor Tina Kotek on President Trump’s Executive Order on Vote by Mail
PORTLAND, OR – Governor Tina Kotek released the below statement in response to President Trump’s executive order today on vote by mail: “Today, President Trump signed an executive order that represents a direct attack on the fundamental right of every American to cast their vote and have it counted. This order is not about election […]
Oregon School Employees Association Endorses Governor Tina Kotek for Reelection
PORTLAND, OR – The Oregon School Employees Association (OSEA) announced today their endorsement of Tina Kotek for a second term as Governor. OSEA represents more than 25,000 education professionals in school districts, community colleges, education service districts, and Head Start programs across Oregon. “From her time as an advocate for children to her service as […]