After 28 years of representing Oregon’s third congressional district, Representative Earl Blumenauer is retiring. The race is on to represent this district along the Columbia River, which includes most of Multnomah County, parts of Clackamas County, and Hood River county.
Join Columbia Riverkeeper and our many partner organizations to hear from the candidates for this important open seat. Candidates will be sharing their perspectives and policy priorities relating to environmental and climate justice. Don’t miss this opportunity to ask your pressing questions of the candidates.
Saturday, April 20, 2024, 6:30–8:30 p.m.
Space is limited–register now to reserve your spot in person, or for the link to join remotely.
University of Portland Buckley Center Auditorium, 5000 N. Willamette Blvd, Portland Oregon, 97203 or join online.
Learn More and Register for the Forum.
All candidates running for the congressional seat have been invited to the forum which will be moderated by Dishaun Berry from the Get Hooked Foundation. As of 4/10/24, the following candidates have committed to attend: Ricardo Barajas, Nolan Bylenga, Maxine Dexter, Gary L. Dye, Susheela Jayapal, Michael Jonas, and Rachel Lydia Rand.
Sponsored by: Portland Harbor Community Coalition and University of Portland.
Cosponsored by: 350PDX, Coalition of Communities of Color, Columbia Riverkeeper, NAYA Family Center, Sierra Club, Unite Oregon, Urban League, and Verde.
Be sure to stop by the Columbia Riverkeeper table and say hello!
Columbia Riverkeeper is a 501(c)3 organization and as such does not endorse any candidates for elected office.
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