Although my support and endorsement for Danielle Bethell remains strong, I cannot sit silently on the sidelines while a catalyst-style campaign continues to slander and attack those who expose campaign rhetoric and support grassroots conservative candidates.
The ongoing personal attacks, false accusations, and divisive tactics aimed at Republicans who simply hold differing views are damaging to the integrity of the party and to the voters who deserve honest debate.
This same group supporting Ed Diehl has labeled Chris Dudley “pro-choice” as a political smear, dismissed Christine Drazan — a leader with decades of experience — as a “RINO,” and falsely referred to Medina as an “insurrectionist.” These reckless accusations are not leadership, and they are not conservative values.
Campaigns should stand on policy, voting records, vision, and transparency — not intimidation, censorship, and childish name-calling. If a campaign cannot defend its positions without attacking the character of others, that reflects weakness, not strength.
Republican voters deserve better than political theater and smear tactics. They deserve honesty, accountability, and candidates willing to debate issues openly instead of hiding behind online attacks and anonymous rhetoric.
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Are you tired of the Oregon Republican Party being a superminority and political laughing stock for more than 40 years? You can keep blaming cheating, mail-in ballots, and conspiracy theories — or face a hard reality: too often, voters keep choosing establishment candidates backed by big PAC money while grassroots conservatives are ignored.
When politicians depend on PACs and powerful donors to fund their campaigns, who do they answer to once elected — the people or the lobbyists writing the checks?
It is time for Republican voters to stop supporting political pageantry and empty campaign theater. Real change comes from electing grassroots candidates who refuse PAC money, stand on principle, and live like everyday Oregonians — not politicians hiding in ivory towers socializing with the same insider class.
If Republicans want different results in Oregon, they must stop rewarding the same political machine that has produced decades of failure. Grassroots candidates bring accountability because they answer to voters, not special interests.
Here is an example of what PAC money leads to: no lies here:
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🚨 UPDATE: Outgoing Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer is stepping down amid an "investigation into MISCONDUCT allegations" against her "The president did not announce her departure, unlike when Pam Bondi left as AG, or Kristi Noem departed DHS.
Voter pamphlets come out in a week or so. Please read my statement. Even though this is a midterm election every Clackamas County voter needs to return a ballot. Your vote will make a difference.
Occupation: Retired Military
Occupational Background: USMC/US ARMY Lt Colonel (Ret), former President Shull Design and Development, Inc.
Educational Background: Bach. Science Oregon State University, Command and General Staff College
Prior Governmental Experience: Clackamas County Board of Commissioners 2021-2024
The People's Commissioner—for a stronger, more affordable Clackamas County
As your candidate for Clackamas County Commissioner, Position 2, I will continue to put residents first—fighting for lower taxes, less government overreach, and real solutions that protect our homes, wallets, and way of life.
Time for Action, Not just Talk: Property Tax Relief for Seniors: I have a plan to provide a 3% county property tax rebate to all Clackamas County seniors age 65 and older who occupy their primary home, directly offsetting the Measure 50 annual 3% increase—your future financial security.
No Tolling: I fought tolling from day one and will continue to oppose any tolls on I-205 or elsewhere—demanding accountability from ODOT instead of burdening drivers.
Oppose Corporate Activity Tax: I stand against new or expanded taxes like the Corporate Activity Tax that hurt jobs and raise costs for families and business.
Land Use Reform for Housing: Advocate for reforms to Oregon's land use laws to free up more land for building affordable homes—addressing the housing crisis without endless regulations.
Hardest-Working Commissioner: Unlike others who rarely are in their offices, I work tirelessly for you—listening to constituents, resolving problems, and delivering results every day.
Equality, Not DEI/Equity Mandates: In my prior term, I eliminated DEI programs in county operations and will continue advocating for true equality of opportunity for all, without divisive equity policies.
No Growth in Government Size: I will vote against any expansion of county government—cutting waste, holding down spending, and keeping costs low.
Fight Metro Incursion: I will vigorously oppose Metro's overreach into Clackamas County—protecting our local control and independence from Portland-area mandates.