In his campaign against Steve Novick, Jeff Merkley has been highlighting his experience in the Oregon State House, maintaining he is the more experienced, qualified candidate. The latest installment comes in the form of a video on his website. read more »
The Oregonian has endorsed GOP State Rep. John Lim for re-election, and wants Democrat Suzanne Van Orman to replace retiring Republican Patti Smith's seat. The newspaper is backing ... >
"Gordon Smith has not been a leader on this issue. The only time he led was when it was time to take credit."
- Matt Canter, spokesman for Democratic senatorial candidate Jeff Merkley, on why the campaign doesn't believe U.S. Sen. Gordon Smith (R) deserves as much credit as U.S. Sen. Ron Wyden (D) and U.S. Rep. Peter DeFazio (D) for reauthorization of county timber payments.