The Oregonian is reporting that Corbett Rep. Patti Smith won't be running to reclaim her seat this year.
"Another veteran Republican of the Oregon House -- Rep. Patti Smith of Corbett -- won't be seeking re-election this year.
"That opens up another seat for Democrats to try to widen their slim 31-29 lead. Democrats Suzanne VanOrman and Steve Richkind have already filed for House District 52, where registered Democrats outnumber Republicans."
Big speechs, big endorsements, and big donations were spread throughout Oregon this week. Both Democrats on the Portland City Council and newly appointed GOP State Rep. Matt ...>