PCUN Endorses Jamie McLeod-Skinner for Oregon’s Fifth Congressional District

“Jamie’s commitment to partner with PCUN on key issues like affordable housing, a livable wage, and expanding health care for children will make her a great representative for Oregon’s working families.”

Terrebonne, Oregon —Today, Pineros y Campesinos Unidos del Noroeste (PCUN) announced its endorsement of Jamie McLeod-Skinner, the Democratic nominee in Oregon’s Fifth Congressional District, for the 2022 general election. PCUN is the largest Latino union in Oregon, working to advocate for Oregon farmworkers and Latino families.

“PCUN’s decision to endorse Jamie McLeod-Skinner for Oregon’s Fifth Congressional District is based on her commitment to supporting underrepresented communities, including the Latino workers, immigrant and the farmworker community,” said Reyna Lopez- Executive Director, PCUN. “Jamie’s commitment to partner with PCUN on key issues like affordable housing, a livable wage, and expanding health care for children will make her a great representative for Oregon’s working families.”

“I am so proud to receive PCUN’s endorsement. The issues that farmworkers are facing are personal for me. When I was young, I remember my mom spending her summer picking fruit to put food on our table. She worked hard and was exhausted at the end of the day. PCUN is a champion for families like mine,” said McLeod-Skinner. “Farmworkers in Oregon, who are mostly Latino, are working hard to put food on our tables. I greatly respect the work PCUN is doing to support farmworkers, and I look forward to what we can accomplish together.”

Jamie McLeod-Skinner is a small-business owner, emergency response coordinator, and attorney with experience in civil engineering, affordable housing, and wildfire recovery. Jamie understands the challenges Oregonians are facing and is a fierce advocate for lowering the cost of living, taking on big corporations and drug companies, and protecting our fundamental personal freedoms.

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Jamie McLeod-Skinner Clinches Independent Party Endorsement

“….her commitment to bridging divides, protecting our civil rights, communities, and environment, and treating people with respect,” Andrew Kaza, co-chair of the Independent Party of Oregon said in a statement released by McLeod-Skinner’s campaign. “Jamie has successfully fought for us against the corporate interests that dominate our politics.”

A trio of political endorsements and a revised election forecast topped political news on Tuesday, July 26.

Notably, in a local race, the Independent Party of Oregon announced that it was nominating Democrat Jamie McLeod-Skinner as its candidate for the 5th Congressional District race. U.S. Rep. Kurt Schrader, D-Canby, lost the May 17 Democratic primary to McLeod-Skinner, a Terrebonne attorney. Former Happy Valley Mayor Lori Chavez-DeRemer is the Republican nominee.

The IPO is Oregon’s largest minor party, with 138,377 members among the state’s more than 2.96 million registered voters. It has 26,870 members among the 521,518 registered voters in the 5th District.

Under new political maps approved for the 2022 election, the 5th District runs from Portland in Multnomah County, through parts of Clackamas, Linn, Marion, Deschutes and a tiny sliver of Jefferson counties.

Candidates who run without party affiliation in Oregon are termed “nonaffiliated” so as not to confuse voters with IPO-backed candidates.

The party most often nominates one of the major party candidates in a race, though it has fielded its own candidates at times. It nominated McLeod-Skinner when she was the Democratic candidate for the 2nd Congressional District in 2018 against incumbent U.S. Rep. Greg Walden, R-Hood River.

“We nominated Jamie in 2018 because of her commitment to bridging divides, protecting our civil rights, communities, and environment, and treating people with respect,” Andrew Kaza, co-chair of the Independent Party of Oregon said in a statement released by McLeod-Skinner’s campaign. “Jamie has successfully fought for us against the corporate interests that dominate our politics.”

Sen. Brian Boquist of Dallas is the sole state officeholder who is an IPO member. Elected to the Senate four times as a Republican, he left the GOP in January 2021 and reregistered as an IPO member.

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For Immediate Release: June 24, 2022
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Statement from Jamie McLeod-Skinner on Supreme Court Decision to Overturn Roe

“We need a common-sense leader in Congress who will protect our right to choose — not an anti-choice extremist”

Terrebonne, Oregon — OR-5 Democratic Congressional Nominee Jamie McLeod-Skinner today released the following statement:

“Extremist politics has won the day over our fundamental right to make decisions about our own bodies. History will hang its head on this somber step backwards by the U.S. Supreme Court majority. We know this ruling will negatively impact the health and wellbeing of so many Americans — we also know it is just the first step for this extremist Court.

“Congress must step up to protect our rights where this Court has failed us. My opponent supports this dangerous decision. She has clearly stated her extremist anti-choice views and supports banning abortion before a woman knows she is pregnant, even here in Oregon. I disagree and believe that politicians have no right to make reproductive decisions for us.

“When in Congress, I will work to codify and protect a woman’s right to choose.

“The stakes are clear: Oregonians must vote pro-choice this November. We need a common-sense leader in Congress who will protect our right to choose, not an anti-choice extremist who could be the deciding vote in Congress for a nation-wide abortion ban.”

Background:

Lori Chavez-DeRemer Supports The Supreme Court’s Decision To Overturn Roe V. Wade. “If this ends up being the final opinion, I am encouraged to see the Supreme Court overturn Roe v. Wade” [Facebook, 5/3/22]

Lori Chavez-DeRemer Supported Passing A “Heartbeat Bill,” Six-Week Abortion Ban. “A vast majority of Americans want restrictions on abortion and I would be in favor of passing legislation like the heartbeat bill. #OR05” [Twitter, 5/3/22]

For Immediate Release: June 21, 2022
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U.S. Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley Endorse Jamie McLeod-Skinner for Congress

Terrebonne, OR — Oregon’s U.S. Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley today announced their joint endorsement of Democratic congressional nominee Jamie McLeod-Skinner for Oregon’s Fifth District.

“Jamie McLeod-Skinner is the right choice for Oregonians to send to Congress. I’ve seen firsthand how Jamie’s been a champion for our state leading wildfire recovery in Talent and helping to develop affordable housing for Oregon’s families. In Congress, Jamie will fight to lower prescription drug prices, provide affordable housing and health care, and reduce the risk of wildfire,” said U.S. Senator Ron Wyden. “She’s also uniquely qualified to bring together the different communities of the district and help end the partisan gridlock in Congress to get things done for people here at home. I’m proud to back Jamie’s grassroots campaign for Congress, and I look forward to joining her on the campaign trail.”

“I’m proud to endorse Jamie McLeod-Skinner for Congress — a champion for working people who will always put Oregonians first. In Congress, Jamie will fight to lower prescription drug costs, tackle climate change that is devastating our state, and stand up for hardworking Oregon families,” said U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley. “Jamie’s a common-sense leader who we can trust to fight for us — because she’s one of us. That’s why I’m thrilled to throw my support behind her grassroots campaign for Congress.”

“U.S. Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley have always put Oregon’s working families first — and I’m proud to receive their endorsements today. Too many Oregonians are struggling to put food on our tables, keep a roof over our heads, afford healthcare when our families are sick, and protect our homes from wildfire. Our grassroots campaign is working to cut through the gridlock and get stuff done for working families,” said Jamie McLeod-Skinner. “In Congress, I’ll focus on economic recovery, fight to lower prescription drug prices, address climate impacts, and defend our civil rights. I’m honored to have the support of U.S. Senators Wyden and Merkley in bringing Oregon’s common-sense solutions to Congress — and deliver real results here at home.”

Jamie McLeod-Skinner is an emergency response coordinator, small business owner, engineer, and attorney. Jamie began her public service repairing schools and hospitals in Bosnia and Kosovo before returning to the U.S. to manage refugee resettlement programs. In 2021, Jamie led wildfire recovery efforts as Talent’s Interim City Manager, bringing in millions of dollars in aid and emergency housing. Jamie understands the challenges Oregon families are facing, and will be a fierce advocate for Oregon workers, families, and the environment in Congress.

For Immediate Release: June 15, 2022
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Elect Democratic Women PAC Endorses Jamie McLeod-Skinner for Congress

Elect Democratic Women Chair Rep. Frankel: “Jamie is a champion for women and working families across Oregon”

Terrebonne, OR — Elect Democratic Women PAC today announced its endorsement of Democratic Congressional Nominee Jamie McLeod-Skinner for Oregon’s Fifth District. Elect Democratic Women is the only member-led PAC dedicated to electing more women to Congress and maintaining a Democratic majority in the House of Representatives.

“Elect Democratic Women is proud to endorse Jamie McLeod-Skinner for Oregon’s fifth congressional district. Jamie is a champion for women and working families across Oregon. As a small business owner, emergency response coordinator, and attorney, Jamie will bring experience, passion and Democratic values to Congress. She will fight for women and families, protect our civil rights, expand affordable housing and healthcare, and tackle the growing climate crisis. We look forward to Jamie joining us in Congress,” said Rep. Lois Frankel (D-FL), Chair of Elect Democratic Women.

“Elect Democratic Women is a powerful voice for equity and diversity in Congress, and I’m proud to receive their endorsement today. I’m running for Congress to champion Oregon’s women and working families — by fighting to protect our reproductive rights, lower the costs of healthcare and housing, and tackle the climate crisis that is devastating our land and livelihoods,” said Democratic Congressional Nominee for Oregon’s Fifth District Jamie McLeod-Skinner. “Now more than ever, we need women in Congress who understand the challenges our neighbors and communities are facing — and the leaders of Elect Democratic Women are helping ensure our ranks grow each year. I want to thank Elect Democratic Women for supporting our grassroots campaign, and I look forward to working alongside these champions who have paved the way for many of us to run today.”

Jamie McLeod Skinner is an emergency response coordinator, small business owner, engineer, and attorney. Jamie began her public service repairing schools and hospitals in Bosnia and Kosovo before returning to the U.S. to manage refugee resettlement programs. In 2021, Jamie led wildfire recovery efforts as Talent’s Interim City Manager, bringing in millions of dollars in aid and emergency housing. Jamie understands the challenges Oregon families are facing, and will be a fierce advocate for Oregon workers, families, and the environment in Congress.

For Immediate Release: June 14, 2022
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DCCC Announces Jamie McLeod-Skinner Added to Competitive ‘Red to Blue’ Program

Jamie McLeod-Skinner (OR-05) joins slate of proven candidates who will win their seats in November

Terrebonne, OR — Today, the DCCC announced that Jamie McLeod-Skinner (OR-05) has been added to its competitive ‘Red to Blue’ program, which arms top-tier candidates with organizational and fundraising support to help them continue to develop strong campaigns and win in November. Val Hoyle (OR-04) and Andrea Salinas (OR-06) were added to the program as well.

“Now more than ever, Oregon families deserve leaders who will fight for them, not far-right extremists,” said DCCC Spokesperson Johanna Warshaw. “This slate of Democratic candidates — Val Hoyle, Jamie McLeod-Skinner, and Andrea Salinas — are proven champions for Oregon families and will fight for a strong economy, good-paying jobs, affordable health care, and a woman’s right to choose. The DCCC looks forward to working alongside them to help ensure their victory this November.”

“We’re proud of the growing support we’re building for our grassroots campaign — because we are running on the common-sense issues that Oregonians care about: lower prescription drug prices and tackling inflation, affordable housing and healthcare, and an end to the political gridlock and corporate influence that blocks us from getting things done,” said Democratic Congressional Nominee for Oregon’s Fifth District Jamie McLeod-Skinner. “This additional support will help us continue growing our campaign as we knock on doors, speak to voters and fight for working families across Oregon’s Fifth Congressional District.”

OR-05: Jamie McLeod Skinner is an emergency response coordinator, small business owner, engineer, and attorney. Jamie began her public service repairing schools and hospitals in Bosnia and Kosovo before returning to the U.S. to manage refugee resettlement programs. In 2021, Jamie led wildfire recovery efforts as Talent’s Interim City Manager, bringing in millions of dollars in aid and emergency housing. Jamie understands the challenges Oregon families are facing, and will be a fierce advocate for Oregon workers, families, and the environment in Congress. She’s facing extremist Lori Chavez-DeRemer, who backs banning abortions, repealing the Affordable Care Act, sides with election deniers, and would be a rubber stamp for the MAGA agenda.