2023 Party Organization Meeting
Join Us
We’ve fought like mad to keep Donald Trump a one-term president and continue electing local Democratic candidates to fight for the issues we care most about.
If you are a member of the Democratic Party and live in Multnomah County, you are invited to attend, listen, participate in the reorganization meeting and to run for an elected party leadership position.
Who Votes?
All registered Democrats who reside in Multnomah County are eligible to stand for a position or participate in the meeting. Only Elected PCPs may vote for Multnomah Democrats Officers. Elected and Appointed PCPs may vote for State Central Committee Delegates and Congressional District Delegates.
Who Votes?
All registered Democrats who reside in Multnomah County are eligible to stand for a position or participate in the meeting. Ballots may be cast by officially registered Precinct Committee Persons only.
Saturday, Jan 23rd
12pm
Sign In Begins
You must be a Multnomah County resident and registered as a Democrat with the Oregon Secretary of State office.
1pm
Welcome
1:15 pm
Multnomah Democrats Officer Addresses
Hear from the people who would like to serve on the county party executive committee.
2:30 pm
Multnomah Democrats Delegates to the Democratic Party of Oregon
21 delegates (including the Multnomah Democrats Chair and Vice Chair 1) and 21 alternates will be chosen to represent our priorities in DPO decision-making. Stand for a position or hear who is. Who will represent your point of view?
3:30 pm
District Delegate Candidates
Who will stand to support Suzanne Bonamici (CD-1), Earl Blumenauer (CD-3), and Kurt Schrader (CD-5)?
Who Votes?
All registered Democrats who reside in Multnomah County are eligible to stand for a position or participate in the meeting. Ballots may be cast by officially registered Precinct Committee Persons only.
Sunday, Jan 23rd
Noon
Sign In Begins
You must be a Multnomah County resident and registered as a Democrat with the Oregon Secretary of State office.
1 pm
Welcome and Vote on one Bylaws amendment
We will be voting on an amendment from the Rules Committee on Article X of the Bylaws (PDF).
Sunday, Jan 23rd
Noon
Sign In Begins
You must be a Multnomah County resident and registered as a Democrat with the Oregon Secretary of State office.
1 pm
Welcome and Vote on one Bylaws amendment
We will be voting on an amendment from the Rules Committee on Article X of the Bylaws (PDF).
1:15 pm
Multnomah Democrats Officer Addresses
Hear from the people who would like to serve on the county party executive committee.
2:30 pm
Multnomah Democrats Delegates to the Democratic Party of Oregon
18 delegates and 20 alternates will be chosen to represent our priorities in DPO decision-making. Stand for a position or hear who is. Who will represent your point of view?
3:30 pm
District Delegate Candidates
Who will stand to support Suzanne Bonamici (CD-1), Earl Blumenauer (CD-3), and Kurt Schrader (CD-5)?
How to Attend
You will need to register for our meeting in advance of the meeting start time, at 12pm.
It is preferred that you attend by using a Zoom account and clicking the meeting link provided upon registration. However, if you are unable to use Zoom you may attend via dial-in option, the details for which are also provided in your registration confirmation email.
Multnomah Democrats Treasurer Candidate Statements
Treasurer Candidate Statements
Multnomah Democrats Officers

Dean Price
Dean Price
I believe I would make a good treasurer because I would bring trust and transparency to the job. I do believe in this position is where my skill sets would be most utilize for the county party.
Multnomah Democrats Treasurer Candidate Statements
Treasurer Candidate Statements
Multnomah Democrats Officers

Dean Price
Dean Price
I believe I would make a good treasurer because I would bring trust and transparency to the job. I do believe in this position is where my skill sets would be most utilize for the county party.
See More Multnomah Democrats Officer Candidates
2021 Party Organization Meeting
Join Us
We’ve fought like mad to keep Donald Trump a one-term president and continue electing local Democratic candidates to fight for the issues we care most about.
If you are a member of the Democratic Party and live in Multnomah County, you are invited to attend, listen, participate in the reorganization meeting and to run for an elected party leadership position.
Who Votes?
All registered Democrats who reside in Multnomah County are eligible to stand for a position or participate in the meeting. Only Elected PCPs may vote for Multnomah Democrats Officers. Elected and Appointed PCPs may vote for State Central Committee Delegates and Congressional District Delegates.
Who Votes?
All registered Democrats who reside in Multnomah County are eligible to stand for a position or participate in the meeting. Ballots may be cast by officially registered Precinct Committee Persons only.
Saturday, Jan 23rd
12pm
Sign In Begins
You must be a Multnomah County resident and registered as a Democrat with the Oregon Secretary of State office.
1pm
Welcome
1:15 pm
Multnomah Democrats Officer Addresses
Hear from the people who would like to serve on the county party executive committee.
2:30 pm
Multnomah Democrats Delegates to the Democratic Party of Oregon
21 delegates (including the Multnomah Democrats Chair and Vice Chair 1) and 21 alternates will be chosen to represent our priorities in DPO decision-making. Stand for a position or hear who is. Who will represent your point of view?
3:30 pm
District Delegate Candidates
Who will stand to support Suzanne Bonamici (CD-1), Earl Blumenauer (CD-3), and Kurt Schrader (CD-5)?
Who Votes?
All registered Democrats who reside in Multnomah County are eligible to stand for a position or participate in the meeting. Ballots may be cast by officially registered Precinct Committee Persons only.
Sunday, Jan 23rd
Noon
Sign In Begins
You must be a Multnomah County resident and registered as a Democrat with the Oregon Secretary of State office.
1 pm
Welcome and Vote on one Bylaws amendment
We will be voting on an amendment from the Rules Committee on Article X of the Bylaws (PDF).
Sunday, Jan 23rd
Noon
Sign In Begins
You must be a Multnomah County resident and registered as a Democrat with the Oregon Secretary of State office.
1 pm
Welcome and Vote on one Bylaws amendment
We will be voting on an amendment from the Rules Committee on Article X of the Bylaws (PDF).
1:15 pm
Multnomah Democrats Officer Addresses
Hear from the people who would like to serve on the county party executive committee.
2:30 pm
Multnomah Democrats Delegates to the Democratic Party of Oregon
18 delegates and 20 alternates will be chosen to represent our priorities in DPO decision-making. Stand for a position or hear who is. Who will represent your point of view?
3:30 pm
District Delegate Candidates
Who will stand to support Suzanne Bonamici (CD-1), Earl Blumenauer (CD-3), and Kurt Schrader (CD-5)?
How to Attend
You will need to register for our meeting in advance of the meeting start time, at 12pm.
It is preferred that you attend by using a Zoom account and clicking the meeting link provided upon registration. However, if you are unable to use Zoom you may attend via dial-in option, the details for which are also provided in your registration confirmation email.
Congressional District 3 Delegate Candidate Statements
Congressional District 3
Delegate 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.
The Multnomah Democrats need YOU to define our future
The Multnomah
Democrats need you
to define our future
We need your vision & energy to achieve change.
State Central Committee Delegate Candidate Statements
State Central Committee
Delegate Candidate Statements

Brandon Zero
Brandon Zero
I’m standing as a delegate to the State Central Committee to bring my experience as a journalist and activist to the role. I’m thorough, collaborative, and responsive. I hope to use my talents to best represent the county at the state level.

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

Michael C. Smith
Michael C. Smith
As an SCC delegate I will continue to work for a more open and progressive SCC. I will work for better outreach to BIPOC, non-affiliated, and rural voters. I will fight for an Oregon Green New Deal and Universal Healthcare.

Ami Fox
Ami Fox
The last 4 years I have served as the election integrity delegate for the DPO, this time around I would like to serve in a broader capacity with the objective of moving forward the Democratic Party Platform into legal policy.
Bill Harris
Bill Harris
I have been a delegate to the state Central committee in the past. My interest being delegate again is mainly concentrated being in position to boost progressive decisions at the state level. I am retired with time available for involvement.

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

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.

Grant Schott
Grant Schott
As PCP in Parkrose for a decade, I walk my precinct & distributed hundreds of masks at my apartment + donated 200 high school masks to native Fossil. I work for Labor as AFGE staff, OPEIU member; CWA prior. I organize inclusively to grow the team

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).

Jack Hanna
Jack Hanna
I Know And Want To Change The Party having served as; (A) both a local committee person and State Party representative for almost 30 years; (B) attending several national conventions in the past; (C) a PCP, District Leader and SCC member for MultDems, (D) a DPO Budget Committee member, successfully writing revisions to the budget process for more advanced consideration of it my its membership; and (E) a member of the DNC’s National Democratic Ethnic Coordinating Council for the last 15 years.

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!

Catherine Thomasson
Catherine Thomasson
I value diversity, justice and progressive values. My experience will allow me to better represent you and improve the state party. Current roles: Vice-chair Environmental Caucus, volunteer coordinator, PCP on-boarding, platform delegate.

Daniel Goetz
Daniel Goetz
Hello. I’m running to serve as a delegate to the SCC again. We have a lot of work to do, and we’re nowhere near done. I intend to work with others in the SCC to bring us back to the bottom up, grassroots organization we’re supposed to be. Thanks.

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.

Sally Joughin
Sally Joughin
As SCC Delegate, I’d bring experience & progressive ideas to DPO. MultDems leadership 2016-2020: ADL-HD42 & Credentials; Rules Chair (revised Bylaws); founder-Racial Inclusivity Work Group; PRLC Justice Study Group (current Lead); SCC Alternate 2020

Cindy Smith
Cindy Smith
I’m a disabled Air Force Vet, PCP, SCC delegate, Veterans Caucus Chair, Rules Committee member & progressive. In 2020 I organized 7 phonebanks for Rep DeFazio. I’m endorsed by Rosa Colquitt, Michelle Risher & Travis Nelson and hope to earn your vote.

Lisa Wolf
Lisa Wolf
Most voters have never even heard of the DPO. Without meaningful, innovative actions and a genuine plan for progress we cannot utilize DPO’s capacity to help people when they need it most. These actions must be done quickly, so let’s get it done.

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.

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.

Sara Wolk
Sara Wolk
My friends know me as a tireless organizer who picks up the phone and who does the work. I will fight for democratic values and to dismantle the toxic systems that relentlessly seek to consolidate power in the hands of far too few. In solidarity.

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.

Lurelle Robbins
Lurelle Robbins
Having served on the SCC as Chair of the County Party and having served on CD1 as Treasurer and Secretary I am well aware of the frustration that progressive Democrats experience when it comes to change at the DPO. I have learned much that we can use.

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.

Gary Lietke
Gary Lietke
Let’s build proactive, grassroots progressive strategic vision. Empower diversity, marginalized, working class. Serious mutual empathic listening among all sides for transformative solutions. Transparency! Energetic resumé in many MultDems/DPO roles.

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.

Joel Barker
Joel Barker
While I served as Communications Officer for MultDems over the last two years, I am proud of the trust and victories we have achieved. Now, I want to join and strengthen our party statewide with accountability, transparency, and coalition building.

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.

Rachelle Dixon
Rachelle Dixon

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.

David Aldermatt
David Altermatt
I enjoy being the change. I began my Democratic Central Committee involvement as a PCP in Florida in 2009. I have been a PCP & held various Committee offices ever since. And I served as a Multnomah Dems CD-1 alternate delegate and as CD-1 Treasurer.

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.

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

Jason Ali Allen
Jason Ali Allen
Excited to continue the work. Last year I served on Platforms & Resolutions and a special committee formed to create the SCC’s first Code of Conduct. I hope to campaign and lobby for Same-Day Registration in Oregon during this next term.

Randal Steven Davis
Randal Steven Davis

James "Jas" Davis
James "Jas" Davis
I recently served on CD3 and the Election Integrity Caucus & platform team. Let’s bring needed reforms to DPO! Please also vote 5 STARS for all our other endorsed progressive candidates supported by over 100 PCPs! See https://newdealdems.org/endorsed

Marc Koller
Marc Koller
I have been a progressive candidate for US Congress and past Chair of the Celsi Celebration. Along with a group of volunteers I led the recent Together4oregon fundraiser. I am committed to making the DPO be a beacon of progressive values.

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!

Marcia Schneider
Marcia Schneider
Progressive Democrat, union leader, organizer. I see the work of our Democratic Party as advancing our values and advocating for the future we envision: A sustainable planet and a just country where everyone has healthcare, education and opportunity.

Robert Reynolds
Robert Reynolds
Our Platforms should serve as instructions to our legislators—tempered by their perspectives but reliably taken seriously. My attempt to accomplish this has been ratified by SCC; now I need to vote there to activate the program and other progress.

Jeff Weston
Jeff Weston
I was appointed a PCP at our December County Central Committee meeting. As a member of the National Association of Parliamentarians I am familiar with Robert’s Rules of Order and am a strong proponent of the democratic principles behind those rules.


Graham Parks
Graham Parks
Since 2017, I have stood on the SCC for unstinting resistance to fascism, for Oregon be a national model of what unified Democratic government can accomplish, and for the idea that this party can govern itself in a way that does justice to its name.

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.

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.

John Harris Knight
John Harris Knight
I knowing living next month’s paycheck to last month’s bills. Let’s 1) craft an intersectionally-focused, people-powered legislative agenda, 2) empower ALL Oregonians INTO the policy design process, & 3) build a policy advocacy arm of the DPO.

Time Leahy
Tim Leahy
I’ve been organizing & working for progressive candidates & causes for 20 years and am excited to help put Trump’s racist policies in the trash can and represent Multnomah Democrats as we advocate for the values and vision that Oregonians deserve.

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.

Adam Weiner
Adam Weiner
People representing people is what it’s all about. Vote for me & I’ll do just that! Committees: Leg. Liaison (w/ Khanh Pham) & Racial Inclusivity. New facilitator for Election Integrity & hopeful for future. Organize w/ kind people at New Deal Dems.

Joe Esmonde
Joe Esmonde
Very active in Local, State and Federal elections for 25 yrs. As political director for IBEW for 15 years, I lobbied successfully on pro-worker, pro-jobs in the State Legislature. V-Chair of the Labor Caucus, and PCP HD38. Consensus builder.

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.

Jil Heimensen
Jil Heimensen
I would make a good delegate because I have been writing and distributing compelling resolutions for the Multnomah County Democrats, and I would like to apply that experience to the SCC Platform Committee.

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.

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.
Congressional District 5 Delegate Candidate Statements
Delegate Candidate Statements

Deanna Cohen
Deanna Cohen
I bring progressive values and activism, as well as experience as a small business owner/educator in an effort to help the Democratic party in my district rise to the times and the changes needed to serve working people.

Andrea Salinas
Andrea Salinas
I would make a good delegate for the 5th congressional district because I have been living and serving democratic causes in this district for over 13 years–first as Congresswoman Hooley’s aide for Clackamas County and now as a state legislator.
Nominations for Congressional District 5 Delegates are accepted until January 9, 2021. Nominations can also be submitted from the floor at the January 23, 2019 Party Reorganization meeting.
Delegates from Multnomah County are elected for CD-5 (Kurt Schrader).
Duties: Meetings for CD-5 take place at various locations throughout the district.
You can read the formal requirements of each position in the Bylaws of the Multnomah Democrats (PDF).
To nominate yourself for this position:
- You must be a Multnomah County resident and registered as a Democrat with the Oregon Secretary of State office.
- Nominations are being accepted through this website until January 9th, 2021.
- District delegate candidate nominations can also be submitted from the floor of the Party Organization Meeting on January 23rd, 2021.
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Congressional District 1 Delegate Candidate Statements
Congressional District 1
Delegate Candidate Statements

Cindy Smith
Cindy Smith
I’m a disabled Air Force Vet, PCP, SCC delegate, Veterans Caucus Chair, Rules Committee member & progressive. In 2020 I organized 7 phonebanks for Rep DeFazio. I’m endorsed by Rosa Colquitt, Michelle Risher & Travis Nelson and hope to earn your vote.

Lurelle Robbins
Lurelle Robbins
Having served on the SCC as Chair of the County Party and having served on CD1 as Treasurer and Secretary I am well aware of the frustration that progressive Democrats experience when it comes to change at the DPO. I have learned much that we can use.

David Aldermatt
David Altermatt
I enjoy being the change. I began my Democratic Central Committee involvement as a PCP in Florida in 2009. I have been a PCP & held various Committee offices ever since. And I served as a Multnomah Dems CD-1 alternate delegate and as CD-1 Treasurer.

Sarah Signe Lemley
Sarah Signe Lemley
I am a proven and effective leader, as well as a passionate advocate for others. I serve as Executive Director for a small non-profit serving children with rare disorders. In addition I am a proud PCP for HD 35 and serve on the BOD for OCD Oregon.

Kathy Jackson
Kathy Jackson
I wish to continue serving on the First Congressional District Committee. In this past term I have served as Secretary. I value the role the CD 1 Committee plays in information sharing and coordination among the five counties of the district.

Jeff Weston
Jeff Weston
I was appointed a PCP at our December County Central Committee meeting. As a member of the National Association of Parliamentarians I am familiar with Robert’s Rules of Order and am a strong proponent of the democratic principles behind those rules.
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The Multnomah
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State Central Committee Overview
State Central Committee Delegates
Any citizen of Multnomah County registered to vote as a Democrat is eligible to be elected as a delegate to the State Central Committee. If you're interested in representing the Multnomah Democrats at a state level (to the Democratic Party of Oregon), one of these delegate or alternate delegate spots could be right for you.
About the State Central
Committee Delegates
Duties: State Central Committee delegates represent Multnomah County Democrats to the Democratic Party of Oregon and participate in the elections of its state officers. Meetings take place all over the state, so being a state delegate is way to see different parts of Oregon. To run, you can fill out the candidacy form, or you can nominate yourself from the floor prior to that election’s vote at the Party Organization Meeting.
You can read the formal requirements of each position in the Bylaws of the Multnomah Democrats (PDF).
To nominate yourself for any open position:
- You must be a Multnomah County resident and registered as a Democrat with the Oregon Secretary of State office.
- Nominations are being accepted through this website until 8:00 pm on January 9th, 2021.
- District and State delegate candidate nominations can also be submitted from the floor of the Party Organization Meeting on January 23rd, 2021.
Candidate Biographies will be published on January 10th, 2021.
The Multnomah Democrats need YOU to define our future
The Multnomah
Democrats need YOU
to define our future
We need your vision & energy to achieve change.
Congressional District Delegates
Congressional District Delegates
Any citizen of Multnomah County registered to vote as a Democrat is eligible to be elected as a delegate to a Congressional District Committee. These advisory committees meet with their representatives to further their goals in Washington, D.C., and so that our Congressional representatives have the opportunity to hear authentic community voices.
About the Congressional
District Committee Delegates
Delegates from Multnomah County are elected for each of our three Congressional Districts: CD-1 (Suzanne Bonamici) on the west side, CD-3 (Earl Blumenauer) in most of the county, and CD-5 (Kurt Schrader) in parts of the west side and in one eastside precinct.
Duties: Meetings for CD-1 and CD-5 take place at various locations throughout each district. The CD-1 committee meets bi-monthly and encourages attendance of Rep. Suzanne Bonamici and staff to further the goals of the district in Washington. We provide an opportunity for her to hear the goals and ambitions of our committee. The CD-3 committee meets quarterly for a two-hour meeting with a social hour and potluck.
You can read the formal requirements of each position in the 2018 Bylaws of the Multnomah Democrats (PDF).
To nominate yourself for any open position:
- You must be a Multnomah County resident and registered as a Democrat with the Oregon Secretary of State office.
- Nominations are being accepted through this website until 8:00pm on January 9, 2021.
- District and State delegate candidate nominations can also be submitted from the floor of the Party Organization Meeting on January 23rd, 2021.
Candidate Statements will be published as they are submitted–all statements will be uploaded by January 10, 2021.