Congressional District 3Delegate Candidate Statements

Shani Harris-Bagwell
Shani Harris-Bagwell
I bring a Black queer feminist lens that is needed in on the SCC and CD3. I love policy and believe good rules make us all better. I will work hard for you all to ensure that everyone’s voices are heard. For more info check out www.shanifororegon.com

Miguel Gonzalez- Moseler
Miguel Gonzalez- Moseler
I want to help elect the First African American Women for Congress from Oregon and bring equal represention to state and local leardship to eleminate racism symatic in the party by helping elect people all background and be a voice for poor people

Brad Baker
Brad Baker
I am excited to be a delegate because I want to help push the party to address issues that have not been a priority like addressing climate change, wealth/income inequality, systemic racism, and healthcare.

Mike Radway
Mike Radway
I am a loyal Democrat who has worked for 28+ years on Capitol Hill and as an appointee in the Clinton and Obama Administrations. I have volunteered for more campaigns than I can count and have served as a PCP, state party Treasurer, and DNC Member.

Debby Schwartz
Debby Schwartz
As chair of the National Strategy Committee of Health Care for All Oregon – Action, I feel this is a great opportunity to support representative Blumenauer in his support for Medicare for All and encourage him in other progressive endeavors.

Bing Wong
Bing Wong
I have been active for many years as PCP, also serving as District Leader and Treasurer for 3.5 years, delegate to SCC and CD3. Currently serving as SCC Credential Chair. I reside in HD46 the heart of the AAPI community (Jade District).

Henry Exerjian
Henry Exerjian
Latino progressive activist. DL in HD50. Elected Bernie delegate in 2016. Priorities: STAR voting for Oregon & USA. Police accountability with teeth. Floor votes for Medicare for All & Green New Deal. Transparency in SCC votes. Money out of politics!

Emilie E Saks-Webb
Emilie E Saks-Webb
Hello fellow 3rd Congressional District Democrats! I would be happy to volunteer my time over the next couple of years helping the Oregon Democratic party navigate the necessary and inspiring changes on the horizon.

Jay Parasco
Jay Parasco
I work for a labor union, serve on the boards of two nonprofits, am a member of the Oregon Bar, and served in the Army for over six years. I’ve also been a core team member on several local and federal campaigns. Black Lives Matter.

Kyle Huth
Kyle Huth
I have served CD3 the last 2 years and worked on important bylaws revisions regarding committee appointment diversity, and would like to continue that work. I also serve as HD42 District Leader, on the Racial Inclusivity Work Group, and New Deal Dems

Kevin Fitts
Kevin Fitts
I live as an Oregonian with a behavioral health disorders. I think we need to grow our diversity as party and have better representation for individuals with disabilities.

Maureen Ray
Maureen Ray
I am a recently retired school teacher, a political junkie, a BLM activist, and a caring and involved member of my community. I am a proud union member and believe we need to be focused on the needs of working class members of our society.

Leigha LaFleur
Leigha LaFleur
I am honored to have been elected to the CD3 Committee for the last two cycles. I am a stalwart progressive who leads with progressive values. I hope to earn your vote again and to continue my work on the Committee.

Michael A Burch
Michael A Burch
My background is in organized labor, non profits, diversity, equity and inclusion for everyone. If elected my promise is to continue supporting working class people, especially women and people of color. I would greatly appreciate your vote.

Sucheta Bal
Sucheta Bal
Progressive values and proven collaboration skills would make me a good delegate to the state central committee or congressional district committee.

Kavan Bahrami
Kavan Bahrami
I believe in the role of government to ensure a just society for those it governs, and I want to make sure it does so. I’ve served one session as an Alternate and feel confident with the process (rules and procedures) to be a capable voting Delegate.

Shirley Minor
Shirley Minor
I am also a past District Leader, present SCC and 3rd CD delegate, also a member of CAPE for 503 SEIU union.

Bob Tackett
Bob Tackett
My name is Bob Tackett, I am the Executive Secretary-Treasurer of the NW Oregon Labor Council, AFL-CIO and a PCP for Multnomah County HD 49. I’m also an Alternate SCC member. I’m very involved in politics with my job and I’m asking for your vote.

Tim Rowan
Tim Rowan
As a former Dick Celsi Award winner and former Chair of the 3rd CD, my perspective will help Multdems, the Third CD, and the DPO to achieve their missions: to elect Democrats in Oregon, to expand the Party, and to support progressive ideals.

Mary V Rarick
Mary V Rarick
I’ve spent the past two years volunteering as a community organizer for the presidential race. I’m confident that by working together we can build the kind of democracy and society that works for all Oregonians.

Kate Flanagan
Kate Flanagan
I served on the 3rd Congressional District Committee since 2017, and sat two terms as a member of the DPO Budget Committee. In 2016, I was inspired by Bernie Sanders to get involved. I am strongly in favor of healthcare for all and a green new deal.

Kevin Weitemier
Kevin Weitemier
As a scientist at OSU, a proud union member, and a former Vice President of the American Federation of Teachers-Oregon, I’ve gained the experience to help lead Oregon forward with progressive policies and values. Thank you for your consideration.

Jesse Cornett
Jesse Cornett
I have been a PCP off & on for 20 years. I have helped many candidates, & worked w/ D elected officials. I came up through the DPO, & spent the Primary tied to the hip of Bernie Sanders. Glad to be home and would be thrilled to serve as a delegate.

Mary Schutten
Mary Schutten
I’m a comm. builder & Dem. super volunteer. I work on campaigns & causes to bring more equity & equality to our community. Copy & paste to see my work: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1BxTGszyvwWRidcLzsCEXPm17Mx5vK6M6?usp=sharing

Leslie Mason
Leslie Mason
I’m an elected PCP living in HD42 with a background in sales & communication. I’m comfortable building relationships & workshopping problems to achieve goals, which makes me an excellent delegate candidate. I’m endorsed by Joel Barker & Kyle Huth.

Rosetta Akin
Roseta Akin
11 years PCP, Tri County Rep to DPO Exec Committee, Prior CD3 and SCC member, Former President of Rosemont Court Tenant Assn, Currently with NW Housing Alliance working on affordable housing.

Tracy Farwell
Tracy Farwell
Liked serving with other delegates last time (2 years back) and know CD3 staff. Real chance to influence a responsive Congress. Support DPO progressive policy.

Moses Ross
Moses Ross
A vote for Moses Ross is a vote for our bedrock Democratic Party values. Moses’ experience includes MultCo Dems Treasurer, HD35/38 DL, MultCo SCC delegate and as a DPO Rules Committee member. Thank you for all you do and for your vote!

Randal Steven Davis
Randal Steven Davis

John Vandermosten
John Vandermosten
I wish only to serve. Past HD50 ADL/DL; East Suburban Democrats 2003-2021; Annual Picnic10 yrs; Food Drive 8 yrs; CD3 Del.1yr; MultDems Labor Liaison 12 yrs; Dick Celsi Award 2009; DPO Volunteer Award 2014; East County Rising PAC Board 2yrs.

Lisa Morrison
Lisa Morrison
I’d like to serve you for a second term as a Delegate to the CD3 Committee where we leverage the collective power of Democrats from 3 Counties to amplify the demand for progressive change in our District.

Molly McGuire
Molly McGuire
We know that a strong Democratic Party is essential to electoral success. Given great challenges the DPO built a fantastic Coordinated Campaign in 2020. I’d like to help continue to build strength and foster the work made our party so successful.

Sara Safdie
Sara Safdie
My background is in writing, editing, education (college level) and environmental/climate change issues. I believe this will make me a valuable liaison at state and/or Congressional levels.

Adrienne Enghouse
Adrienne Enghouse
I am a mother, nurse, union leader, and neighbor. I have cared for, listened to and fought alongside you on issues that impact Oregonians. I am asking to continue fight and work with you in the capacity of SCC and CDD.

Tom Trotter
Tom Trotter
I want to help keep Oregon Blue. I support the progressive goals of the Democratic Party, and I want to help the DPO and move even farther to the progressive end of the spectrum, especially on climate, income inequality, and health care issues.

Kori Brooks
Kori Brooks
As a clinical supervisor & lifelong Oregonian, I believe in equitable access to housing, single payer healthcare, reproductive choice, & a quality education. I promote free pre-K & higher education. I support green policies for our future.

Quinton Blanton
Quinton Blanton

Faith Ruffing
Faith E Ruffing
I have worked over the last several years to increase the participation of PCPs in the development of the most progressive platform in the Country, the Multnomah County Democratic Platform.

Spencer Trumm
Spencer Trumm
As a progressive Democrat & grassroots activist, I’m dedicated to moving the party, state, & country toward social justice, human rights, transparency, & countervailing power. Currently, I’m an SCC alternate, HD42 ADL, & OR Young Dems Platform Chair.

Aaron Barber-Strong
Aaron Barber-Strong
I am a proud 14 year union member. I was elected to be a delegate at the 2020 Democratic Convention. I serve as the Political Coordinator for IBEW Local 48. Elected in 2020 to serve as a prescient Committee Person in Precinct 4701.

Johna F. Rossetto
Johna F. Rossetto
Because Ioved working with my party, and getting information from DC to send back to Oregon.