Where do I stand?
A primary candidate doesn’t gain political advantage by being specific about the issues. But voters deserve better.
Environment
Healthy air, water, and land are critical to Oregon’s economic future and livability. We must build on our region’s heritage as a leader in conservation, land use planning, public transportation, recycling, and pollution reduction.
I am proud to be the only candidate in this race endorsed by the Oregon League of Conservation Voters and the Sierra Club.
I am proud to be the only candidate in this race endorsed by the Oregon League of Conservation Voters and the Sierra Club.
- Water quality. The Legislature must close loopholes that allow polluters to dump harmful levels of untreated pollutants such as arsenic, lead, and mercury into our rivers. Our water supply depends on it.
- Air quality. Increasing numbers of Oregonians– especially children–suffer from asthma as a result of air pollution. I support stricter standards for auto emissions and other pollution sources.
- Renewable energy. Global warming is our world’s greatest threat. Oregon should be a leader in the research and production of biofuels, wind, and solar energy. By investing in these industries and developing portfolio standards, Oregon will create jobs and reduce our dependence on fossil fuels. We should take advantage of this unique opportunity to build broad coalitions in support of the environment.
- Land use. Oregonians remain committed to the values that underlie our land use system: protecting farmland, containing sprawl, preserving natural areas, and public participation. I will defend these values as we update the land use system to reflect new realities.
