Posts by Guest Contributor
Climate Justice: What Can One Person Do?
Guest post: The Multnomah County Climate Justice Plan is ready to be submitted to the County Commission on July 16. Tell them and your other electeds that you support this declaration of human rights.
Read More >Oregon Is Done Waiting: Universal Health Care Could Be Law by 2028
Universal healthcare in Oregon is actually within reach. Your time and energy with Oregon Health Care for All Oregon could make the difference!
Read More >Action Alert: Help Our Neighbors During the Food Security Emergency
We’re calling on Multnomah County Democrats to show up for our neighbors with three simple actions: donate to Oregon Food Bank, volunteer time, and join local events to support neighbors in need.
Read More >Commentary: How Local Leaders Are Confronting Trump’s Overreach
by Mike DiNapoli As the Trump administration intensifies pressure on our communities and promotes divisiveness in our cities—from aggressive law enforcement tactics to federal intervention—Oregon’s local leaders are responding swiftly and strategically. Standouts in this effort include Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici, representing Oregon’s 1st Congressional District (CD-1), and Portland’s newly elected Mayor, Keith Wilson.Their leadership underscores…
Read More >Why I Write Postcards to Voters
Lifelong Dem Valerie writes that a postcard writing party can make all the difference in local elections. Get resources here for organizing your own postcard or letter writing party!
Read More >Last chance to weigh in on county budget cuts that target programs supporting vulnerable communities
Guest post: The current Multnomah County 2026 budget proposal cuts important programs that assist the most vulnerable members of our community. Contact your commissioner before June 12 to urge them to continue funding these vital, stabilizing services.
Read More >Action Alert: Urge City Council to Match Shelter Funding with Housing Assistance
It’s time to fund proven solutions that actually end homelessness. Let’s invest in housing. Housing advocates ask us to take action. Use this handy link to email all city councilors and the mayor with one click.
Read More >News: Tenants Rally for Rights on February 22
Notes from the Tenants Rights Town Hall in Portland on Feb. 22, 2025.
Read More >Be Part of History — Volunteer as a Neighborhood Leader for Multnomah County Democrats
This fall, the winning candidates will be those with “the best ground game,” those who reach the most people, in-person, face-to-face, peer-to-peer, neighbor-to-neighbor — one meeting and handshake at a time — in order to ensure voter turnout. That’s why serving as a Neighborhood Leader for your district is the single most important thing you can do to help Democrats not only retain the White House and Senate, but also return the House to Democratic leadership, and maintain the strength of the Democratic Party in Oregon.
Read More >East County Rising Gala Celebrates Six Years
Don’t miss the 6th Anniversary East County Rising Gala! This event is not just a celebration, but also a chance for us to come together as a community, honor the incredible work we’ve done, and look ahead to the future. Luz Reyna is our MC with Eddy Morales, Earl Blumenauer and Esperanza K. Tervalon as…
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