Brittany Jones
Candidate for:
Governor
What drives me to seek an elected position
I’m running for governor because too many Oregonians no longer feel safe at work, at home, or in their own communities. We’re seeing people attacked in the streets, laws meant to protect our neighbors being ignored and a housing crisis that is pushing families further into instability. At the same time, addiction is devastating communities while leadership offers excuses instead of solutions.
I’m not running to maintain the status quo, I’m running to change it. We need leadership that shows up, tells the truth and takes action. That means real accountability, real investment in housing and recovery and a commitment to enforcing the laws we already have in place.
It’s time for the Democratic Party to have a backbone, to stand firmly for working people, for safety and for dignity. I’m running to make sure Oregon is a place where people aren’t just surviving, but truly able to live and thrive.
The first three priorities or issues I want to tackle
My first priority is accountability. I will declare a state of emergency to address violations of Oregon’s sanctuary laws, suspend officers who have broken those laws pending investigation and pursue a full investigation into ICE conduct in our state. In Multnomah County, where Democratic voters have consistently supported immigrant protections, this directly aligns with the commitment to uphold sanctuary policies and prevent unlawful cooperation with federal enforcement.
Second, I will audit every department under the Governor’s control to ensure public dollars are used effectively. Multnomah County Democrats prioritize fully funding public education, expanding healthcare access and addressing homelessness. This audit ensures resources are redirected to meet those exact goals.
Third, I will demilitarize police and reinvest those funds into housing, healthcare and schools. This reflects local Democratic priorities around reducing over-policing, investing in community-based safety and addressing root causes like housing instability and addiction.
These aren’t abstract values, they are commitments already embraced by Multnomah County voters. My approach is to enforce them, fund them and deliver measurable results.
The experiences and insights I will bring to the office
I’m not coming from the political establishment, I’m coming from lived experience. I’ve been homeless. I’m a poverty level, working class Oregonian. I know what it feels like to be ignored by the very systems that are supposed to help. That perspective shapes everything I bring to this role. Urgency, accountability and a refusal to accept excuses.
As a veteran, I bring discipline, resilience and a deep commitment to service. As a small business owner, I understand the realities of keeping a business afloat and navigating an economy that often works against working people. I’ve lived the challenges many Oregonians are facing right now. Not as theory, but as reality.
My work as a political activist and my volunteer efforts with Indigenous NOW in Salem have grounded me in community-driven solutions and coalition building, especially with communities that have historically been overlooked or excluded from decision making.
What makes me a strong candidate is not just what I’ve experienced, it’s how I’ve turned those experiences into action. I know where the gaps are because I’ve lived them, and I’m ready to lead with solutions that actually reflect the needs of everyday Oregonians.
What being a Democrat in Multnomah County means to me
Being a Democrat no matter where I am, means standing firmly for what is right, even when it’s difficult. It means opposing fascism, resisting authoritarianism and protecting the rights and dignity of every person in our communities. In Multnomah County, those values are not abstract, they are lived through a commitment to equity, inclusion and justice.
To me, being a Democrat here means more than identifying with a party, it means action. It means defending sanctuary protections, investing in housing and healthcare and ensuring working people are not left behind. It means listening to communities that have been historically ignored and making them central to policymaking.
I believe the Democratic Party is strongest when it stands clearly left of center. Rooted in its core values of fairness, accountability and opportunity for all. That’s the leadership I intend to bring. Not watered-down positions, but a clear, principled vision that meets the urgency of this moment.
Multnomah County Democrats have long led the way in pushing for bold, people-centered policy. I’m running to carry that forward. With conviction, courage and a commitment to turning our shared values into real results.