Why Join the Republican Party?

For the past two decades, Democrats have maintained complete control over Oregon’s government. Consequently, every tax policy, regulatory policy, and spending decision has been advocated for and approved by Democratic lawmakers. Republicans have expressed objections and provided reasonable alternatives, but such efforts have been ignored due to Democrats’ control over all aspects of government.

HOW TO MAKE OREGON MORE AFFORDABLE

Elect Republicans. Republicans in control will prioritize Oregonians over public unions and special interest groups. Two ways Republicans will make Oregon more affordable:

1. Lower Taxes

Republicans will lower taxes. This is the most expedient and effective way to make Oregon more affordable. Lower taxes withheld from your paycheck translates to increased money in your bank account. In addition lower taxes on businesses translates into greater business success and lower prices for you and your family.

2. Lessen Regulations

Republicans will eliminate unnecessary business regulations, creating an environment where companies can thrive. This translates into more opportunities for workers, higher wages and better benefits.

EDUCATION: FROM THE BOTTOM OF THE CLASS TO THE TOP

It is no secret, Oregon has slipped in the national rankings on public education — to the bottom of the list. This decline has slowly happened over the past 20 years but accelerated recently with an emphasis on DEI values and Social-Emotional learning over tried and true emphasis on reading, writing and arithmetic.

One of the biggest problems with public education is the public unions who run it. This monopoly of labor onto of a monopoly of educational services is a double-wammy for any kind of individualized education. One size fits all, and that size is determined by the public unions, not parents.

Putting Republicans in charge of the legislature ensures that once again, parents will have the final say in how their children are taught and cared for. Republicans will once again institute statewide standards that were eliminated in 2021 by legislative Democrats. Republicans will open enrollment letting schools compete with each other for students and enable school choice policies broadening the opportunities for education. None of this will cost taxpayers more money. Matter of fact, it may actually save money.

ELIMINATE HOMELESSNESS

Measure 110 was an experiment which made drugs usage no longer a criminal offense. The results were obvious as homelessness exploded onto streets corners in every community.

Republicans will unwind the harmful policies of Measure 110 and ensure treatment with accountability. Some estimates show 95% of people who are homeless are such due to substance abuse. Ending the drugs-for-all polices that Democrats have been unwilling to end will make a major difference in every corner of our state.