Endorsement Results

All candidates who submitted endorsement requests by the deadline were considered for endorsement. We justify our support for these candidates on the basis of their experience, their integrity, their abilities, their positions, and their participation in the Democratic Party.

Ruth AdkinsStrong Schools, Strong Neighborhoods - Ruth Adkins for Portland School District, Zone 1

http://www.voteruthadkins.com/

We believe Ruth Adkins will provide the independent community voice that is needed on our Portland School Board at a time when PPS is undergoing sweeping changes. Adkins has long experience as a parent activist both in her SW Portland neighborhood and on behalf of schools citywide. We are confident that Ruth Adkins will use her experience and skills to help PPS reconnect with the community -- something that is desperately needed in many corners of this city.

Zak JohnsonSuccess begins with Respect - Zak Johnson for MESD, Position 2

http://www.zakformesd.com/

We believe Zak Johnson views MESD parents and staff as partners in our children's education. Johnson will work to restore civility to the board and strengthen alternative pathways to success for students throughout Multnomah County. We are confident that Zak Johnson will build respect, among the MESD Board members, for students, parents, staff, the community, and each other, and we believe that this is the critical path to success.

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