Issue Articles
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 >Defending Oregon’s Vote by Mail System
Our vote-by-mail system is under attack by the Trump administration, but it is strong, and our Democratic leaders are defending it. The best thing you can do is GET OUT THE VOTE! In 2026. Here’s an overview.
Read More >Resolution: Support Workers Rights with Just-Cause Firing Initiative Petition
At the March 12 Central Committee meeting MultDems passed a resolution addressing one of the most pressing economic and social issues in Oregon today: workers’ rights. The resolution comes at a time when labor concerns are increasingly visible across the state, including the ongoing Portland Community College strikes, where workers are advocating for fair wages,…
Read More >Call to Action: 4 Ways To Impact Immigrant Justice and Child Care Funding during the 2026 Legislative Session
Oregon State legislators are hurrying through the current 35-day ‘short session” in Salem. Among the bills before the state House and Senate are those that support keeping families together and protecting immigrant rights in the face of ICE and Border Patrol incursions on our cities. Early learning funding is also on the chopping block. Right now, MultDems can urge legislators to support progressive measures:
Read More >Resolutions: MultDems call for accountability and advocate for community at first 2026 Meeting
At the January 8 Central Committee meeting, Multnomah County Democrats passed four resolutions relating to crucial issues relating to affordability and equity in Portland. In addition, MultDems condemns the illegal federal military action in Venezuela as well as the violence perpetrated by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and other federal troops in our cities.
Read More >Phishing (not Fishing) and Why It Isn’t Phun
Don’t be duped by online criminals. Fake emails asking for money are as old as the internet. But cyber fraud is sophisticated, and it can be easy to be drawn in when a familiar name lands in your inbox.Democrats right here in Multnomah County and across the country are targets.
Read More >Rep. Dexter Denounces War Crimes in Gaza
US Congress member Maxine Dexter (CD-3) calls
Read More >Parks Levy (Measure 26-260): Vote Yes!
Multnomah Democrats endorse the Portland Parks Levy on the current ballot.
Measure 26-260 is a critical vote to preserve essential services that make Portland livable for all residents.
ACTION ALERT: Join Kaiser Healthcare Workers on Strike
Beginning Tuesday, October 14, nearly 4,000 Kaiser healthcare professionals — members of the Oregon Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals (OFNHP) — will go on strike for safe staffing, fair pay and quality patient care. Join the picket line on Oct 14!
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…
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