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Congressional Candidate Forum April 12
Co-hosted by Jamie McLeod-Skinner For those wanting to be heard by candidates running to represent them, Sunday is their chance; five of the candidates running in the Democratic Primary for United States Congress will be taking questions in Madras Sunday April 12 at 1pm, hosted by the Jefferson County Democrats. The candidate who prevails in…
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Resolution opposing IP28, a ban on hunting, fishing, and animal agriculture
A RESOLUTION OF THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY OF JEFFERSON COUNTY Opposing Initiative Petition 28, Which Would Ban Hunting, Fishing, and Animal Agriculture WHEREAS, Initiative Petition 28 (IP 28), also known as the “PEACE Act,” will ban hunting, fishing, animal breeding, animal farming, ranching, and research if it is approved for the ballot and passes as a…
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Join our show of force: Become a PCP
Join our show of force I want to ask you to run for the simplest and most powerful office in our political system. Join us as a Jefferson County Democratic Precinct Committee Person (PCP). PCPs define the Democratic party. My position as county chair is elected by PCPs. PCPs choose who we send to the…
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Mid Session Legislative Report for February 2026
February 16, 2026 Horst Meister The Oregon Legislature is about halfway through its even-year short session. The session began on February 2 and is scheduled to end on March 9. Legislators have been busy. As of February 16, 298 measures have been introduced; the House passed 20 bills and the Senate passed 8.Unlike the hyper-partisan…
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2026 Oregon Legislature is in session. It is yours to direct.
The Oregon Legislature has gaveled in. You can and should be heard on the issues you care about. This short session will be at most 35 days. There are bills brewing on abortion, taxes, education, and a host of other issues. Your input matters There is not doubt that committees and electeds change direction due…
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Vote happening Dec 7: Should Democrats open their primary?
Should NAVs vote in the 2026 Democratic Primary? A resolution is before the DPO State Central Committee that might be the most significant vote we have taken in decades. A yes vote will allow non-affilated voters (NAVs) to request a ballot in the May Democratic primary. What do you think of that, eh? Adding the…
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October 2025 Legislative Report
Submitted October 19 by Horst Meister The Oregon Legislature is currently not in session. Your property and money are safe until the short session begins on Monday February 2, 2026. Obamacare, Premium Subsidies and Government Shutdown The Federal Government is shut down because Democrats insist on extending existing insurance premium subsidies for health insurance policies…
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June 14th No Kings Rally: An Invitation
In the ever-evolving world, the art of forging genuine connections remains timeless. Whether it’s with colleagues, clients, or partners, establishing a genuine rapport paves the way for collaborative success.
Oregon's Jefferson County Democrats 