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<h4>A mother of four children and a small business owner of restaurants, Janelle Bynum knows our community and works hard for us. It’s what her parents taught her to do.</h4><img src="https://run.imgix.net/4c2cbb19-d2cb-4807-9117-98006069fc98/1ba08ddf-9259-4ec2-9c3f-f89f4cd156b7/1ba08ddf-9259-4ec2-9c3f-f89f4cd156b7.jpeg?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=12&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=0%2C0%2C1200%2C800&amp;w=1500" caption="" align="left" alignwidth="32" tiltdirection="left" variant="framed">The daughter of teachers, her parents taught Janelle that education was the key to a better, safer world. When drug violence threatened her inner city neighborhood in Washington, DC, Janelle put that ideal into practice. She earned scholarships and put herself through school, earning her Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and her Master’s degree in Business Administration.Today, Janelle and her husband, Mark, live in Happy Valley with their children. Janelle operates her family’s small business, running four restaurants in our community. In her restaurants, Janelle continues to embody those ideals taught to her early in life, mentoring her employees, providing scholarships to continue their education and encouraging them to dream big.Janelle’s work has always been about reaching out and helping people get ahead, serving as our State Representative, and now running for Congress – she’s doing just that.<img src="https://run.imgix.net/4c2cbb19-d2cb-4807-9117-98006069fc98/220bc3d4-6f8c-4763-8166-096a0ad33e37/220bc3d4-6f8c-4763-8166-096a0ad33e37.jpeg?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=0%2C0%2C620%2C363&amp;w=1500" caption="" align="right" alignwidth="35" tiltdirection="left" variant="framed">Janelle’s been working hard for us – lowering the cost of prescription drugs, protecting women’s reproductive freedom, protecting LGBTQ+ rights, building more affordable housing and addressing homelessness, taking on the climate crisis and finding pathways for all of our young people to get ahead – whether they’re pursuing a four-year degree or degree in career and technical education.&nbsp; Janelle’s not afraid to stand up to anyone to ensure Oregonians get ahead.&nbsp;

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 13, 2023 CONTACT: Blakely Wall press@janellebynum.comOR Treasurer Tobias Read, OR House Speaker Rayfield, OR Majority Leader Julie Fahey Among Leaders Who Enthusiastically Support Bynum for CongressHappy Valley, OR — Today, Oregon state Rep. and Democratic congressional candidate Janelle Bynum announced she earned the endorsements of Oregon State Treasurer Tobias Read, Oregon House of Representatives Speaker Dan Rayfield, Oregon House of Representatives Majority Leader Julie Fahey, state Sen. Lew Frederick, state Sen. Kayse Jama, former state Sen. Margaret Carter, former state Sen. Avel Gordley, former state Sen. Bob Boyer, and former state Rep. Brian Clem.<h4>“I’m excited to support my friend Janelle Bynum for Congress,” Read said. “Throughout her entire career, Janelle has always put people before politics to deliver real, sustained change in our communities and go the extra mile to ensure people are heard. When service calls, Janelle always answers — she is the best choice for Oregon’s 5th congressional district.”</h4><h4>“Oregon needs an effective leader who will never back down from a challenge and solve the most critical issues facing our communities,” Rayfield said. “I’ve seen that resolve in my friend and colleague Janelle Bynum, whose determination has helped us support critical housing development, enhance mental health services, and address the climate crisis. She has been an excellent partner when it comes to advancing common-sense legislation, and she will continue to be an excellent partner in Congress.”</h4><h4>“In our seven years serving together in the Oregon state legislature, Janelle Bynum has proven to be deeply compassionate, knowledgeable , and honest.” Fahey said. “In Congress Janelle will be a champion for working families, women and children, and will defend reproductive freedom, support small businesses, and improve public education. I can’t wait to see her get to work on day one.”</h4><h4>“I’m honored to earn the support of State Treasurer Tobias Read, Oregon House Speaker Dan Rayfield, Majority Leader Julie Fahey, my colleagues and former elected leaders,” Bynum said. “Oregon is well served by their esteemed leadership, and I value their partnership in ensuring our communities thrive and paying opportunity forward for our future generations. I’m looking forward to continuing to work together.”</h4>Previously, Bynum announced endorsements from Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici, Congresswoman Andrea Salinas, the Congressional Black Caucus PAC, and New Dem Action Fund. She now has support from 21 Oregon state house members and five Oregon state senators. Bynum now has the support of over 60 percent of the Oregon House Democrats.OR-05 is a top priority for Democrats, and represents a critical opportunity to flip the U.S. House blue. Bynum is uniquely positioned to defeat Chavez-DeRemer, having bested her in 2016 and 2018.##

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Why This Black Woman Running For Congress In Oregon Could Be A Gamechanger

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 22, 2024 CONTACT: Blakely Wall, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:press@janellebynum.com">press@janellebynum.com</a><a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="mailto:press@janellebynum.com">&nbsp;</a>Happy Valley, OR — State Representative and Democratic candidate for Oregon’s Fifth Congressional District Janelle Bynum’s campaign continues to ride a wave of momentum as her campaign increasingly gains traction. During the last two weeks Bynum has secured key new endorsements, including a powerful nod from The Oregonian, released her first television ad, “Family Meeting,” engaged in back-to-back candidate forums and announced impressive first quarter fundraising numbers. “With the primary election just four weeks away, it’s never been more clear that Janelle Bynum is igniting a movement to unseat failed Congresswoman Lori Chavez-DeRemer, fueled by an outpouring of unprecedented Democratic support, a surging wave of fundraising momentum, and an electrified voter base ready to flip this critical seat for House Democrats,” said Blakely Wall, campaign manager. New Endorsement Marks 20 Previous Supporters of McLeod-Skinner Endorsing Bynum&nbsp; This week Bynum picked up key new endorsements including 314 Action, which called her “the best candidate to flip the district blue”. Their support marks the 20th endorser of McLeod-Skinner in her previous bid for the 5th Congressional District to back Bynum, because they know Bynum is the only candidate who can beat Lori Chavez-DeRemer this November. Exceeding Fundraising Goals: Leading the Pack in Q1 First-quarter fundraising filings showed that Janelle Bynum <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/83505202/468609624/2072727025?id=9cbcd7c6-279f-42e4-94a5-32db4e2629ed&amp;nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiMGE2ZDFiM2MtYzkwMC1lZjExLWFhZjAtN2MxZTUyMDE3MDM4IiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJibGFrZWx5QGphbmVsbGVieW51bS5jb20iDQp9&amp;hmac=4kvktk0nJairRAz8nVH_Dx0r-vgfpMAMhgQiCuLb1Lc=&amp;emci=086acb11-be00-ef11-aaf0-7c1e52017038&amp;emdi=0a6d1b3c-c900-ef11-aaf0-7c1e52017038&amp;ceid=14434324">raised</a> a total of $502,000, more than double the amount of her Democratic primary opponent, Jamie McLeod-Skinner, who reported a total of $194,000. Bynum also has $560,000 cash on hand, a $247,000 advantage over McLeod-Skinner’s $313,000, further highlighting her growing momentum in the race. “Democrats’ best pick” – The Oregonian Strongly Endorses Janelle Bynum The Oregonian issued a strong <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/83505203/468609625/15881007?nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiMGE2ZDFiM2MtYzkwMC1lZjExLWFhZjAtN2MxZTUyMDE3MDM4IiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJibGFrZWx5QGphbmVsbGVieW51bS5jb20iDQp9&amp;hmac=4kvktk0nJairRAz8nVH_Dx0r-vgfpMAMhgQiCuLb1Lc=&amp;emci=086acb11-be00-ef11-aaf0-7c1e52017038&amp;emdi=0a6d1b3c-c900-ef11-aaf0-7c1e52017038&amp;ceid=14434324">endorsement</a> of Bynum, emphasizing Bynum’s unique ability to beat Republican incumbent Congresswoman Lori Chavez-DeRemer: “Whoever secures the Democratic nomination to face Chavez-DeRemer, will need to appeal far beyond the Democratic party to win over the district’s non-affiliated voters – who outnumber both Democrats and Republicans. Democrats’ best option is to bet on Bynum succeeding a third time.” Engaging Directly with Oregonians Through Multiple Debates and Forums Last week, Bynum <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/83505204/468609626/55472680?nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiMGE2ZDFiM2MtYzkwMC1lZjExLWFhZjAtN2MxZTUyMDE3MDM4IiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJibGFrZWx5QGphbmVsbGVieW51bS5jb20iDQp9&amp;hmac=4kvktk0nJairRAz8nVH_Dx0r-vgfpMAMhgQiCuLb1Lc=&amp;emci=086acb11-be00-ef11-aaf0-7c1e52017038&amp;emdi=0a6d1b3c-c900-ef11-aaf0-7c1e52017038&amp;ceid=14434324">participated</a> in two critical debates and spoke directly with Oregonians about her campaign. At the League of Women Voters Forum and the Clackamas County Democrats’ Candidate Forum, she highlighted her accomplishments, priorities, and strong base of support, positioning herself as the best candidate to defeat incumbent Republican Congresswoman Lori Chavez-DeRemer this November. Broadcasting “Family Meeting” Across Oregon Airwaves Bynum launched her first <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/83505205/468609627/-803653937?v=gpmSdeAoAqw&amp;nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiMGE2ZDFiM2MtYzkwMC1lZjExLWFhZjAtN2MxZTUyMDE3MDM4IiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJibGFrZWx5QGphbmVsbGVieW51bS5jb20iDQp9&amp;hmac=4kvktk0nJairRAz8nVH_Dx0r-vgfpMAMhgQiCuLb1Lc=&amp;emci=086acb11-be00-ef11-aaf0-7c1e52017038&amp;emdi=0a6d1b3c-c900-ef11-aaf0-7c1e52017038&amp;ceid=14434324">television ad</a>, titled "Family Meeting," that emphasizes her track record of protecting workers, advocating for flexible scheduling, and fighting for equal pay. The ad highlights her commitment to holding CEOs accountable for price gouging to lower housing and grocery costs, all to make life a little easier for Oregonians.###

Happy Valley, OR — State Representative and Democratic candidate for Oregon’s Fifth Congressional District Janelle Bynum’s campaign continues to ride a wave of momentum as her campaign increasingly gains traction.

JANELLE BYNUM’S MOMENTUM IS STRONG AND GROWING:&nbsp;Key Endorsements, TV Ad Release, Back-to-Back Debates, and Impressive Fundraising Numbers

SALEM, Ore. - Today, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.oregonlegislature.gov%2Fbynum&amp;data=05%7C01%7C%7C0a58c67019b147e82fad08da9caf8896%7C2981591d58a44e668c5058aec861d3eb%7C0%7C0%7C637994575881946023%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=oWAxQTLq2nxh0aKaCrOME8wRWxyvf71m7vh7m7rpgSs%3D&amp;reserved=0">Representative Janelle Bynum</a> (D-Clackamas County), newly appointed chair of the House Committee on Economic Development and Small Business, invited state and local leaders to discuss ways Oregon can champion businesses of all sizes, expand broadband, bolster the growing semiconductor sector, and support the sports industry.&nbsp;

Rep. Janelle Bynum Champions Oregon Business and Sets Sights on Strengthening Key Industries

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DATE: November 5, 2024 CONTACT: Blakely Wall, <a href="mailto:press@janellebynum.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">press@janellebynum.com</a> Happy Valley, OR - As votes continue to be counted, State Representative Janelle Bynum released the following statement: “We are still waiting for final results for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District, but it’s imperative that every lawful vote is counted, and our team will continue to monitor the returns. We are confident in our path to victory.&nbsp; “I am grateful for the outpouring of support for my campaign and the vision that we built together, of Oregon over the last 16 months. Thank you to everyone who trusted me with their vote, volunteered for the campaign, and spoke to their friends, family, and neighbors about the importance of this election. We’ll provide updates as Oregonians’ voices continue to be counted.” ###

Happy Valley, OR - As votes continue to be counted, State Representative Janelle Bynum released the following statement

Janelle Bynum Statement on Oregon’s 5th Congressional District Election

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DATE: Saturday, October 26, 2024 AM CONTACT: Blakely Wall, <a href="mailto:press@janellebynum.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">press@janellebynum.com</a>&nbsp;Happy Valley, OR - Today, State Representative Janelle Bynum, Democratic candidate for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District, issues the following statement in response to a story from The Oregonian, about <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/95887514/508205988/-226981760?nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiYzljNjExZDYtYzA5My1lZjExLTg4Y2UtMDAwZDNhOThmYTZiIiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=yVsdK0D6UcqThf3bST3-3MT2j3gqyXkNKL81k730Ffo=&amp;emci=c7d9dc4b-c093-ef11-88ce-000d3a98fa6b&amp;emdi=c9c611d6-c093-ef11-88ce-000d3a98fa6b&amp;ceid=29355297" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">election integrity doubters bringing unsupported claims</a> to the to the Clackamas County Board of Commissioners:“Oregon has a safe, secure, and transparent elections process. Unsupported claims that question the elections process are dangerous and only sow doubt in our democracy. I denounce these uncredible claims, and I call on Lori Chavez-DeRemer to do the same,” said Rep. Janelle Bynum.###

Happy Valley, OR - Today, State Representative Janelle Bynum, Democratic candidate for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District, issues the following statement in response to a story from The Oregonian, about <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/95887514/508205988/-226981760?nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiYzljNjExZDYtYzA5My1lZjExLTg4Y2UtMDAwZDNhOThmYTZiIiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=yVsdK0D6UcqThf3bST3-3MT2j3gqyXkNKL81k730Ffo=&amp;emci=c7d9dc4b-c093-ef11-88ce-000d3a98fa6b&amp;emdi=c9c611d6-c093-ef11-88ce-000d3a98fa6b&amp;ceid=29355297" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">election integrity doubters bringing unsupported claims</a> to the to the Clackamas County Board of Commissioners:

Janelle Bynum Statement on Unsupported Claims Doubting Election Integrity

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DATE: Tuesday, October 15, 2024&nbsp; CONTACT: Blakely Wall, <a href="mailto:press@janellebynum.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">press@janellebynum.com</a>Happy Valley, OR —&nbsp; Tonight, State Representative Janelle Bynum, Democratic candidate for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District wins her third and final debate against Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer.&nbsp;“As voters heard over these past two weeks, Janelle Bynum is a proven leader and the only candidate on the stage who will go to Washington to deliver for Oregonians.” said Bynum for Congress Campaign Manager, Blakely Wall. “Voters heard directly from Bynum about her bipartisan track record of success, her vision for Oregonians, and why she is the best choice to flip Oregon’s fifth district from red to blue. Janelle is ready to defeat Lori Chavez-DeRemer again, this November.”Bynum’s campaign raised <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/95104763/505634416/2031743205?nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiNzQxODY1NjYtNmE4Yi1lZjExLTg0NzMtMDAyMjQ4MzAyOWZhIiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=EymZo8EPE9pkOu_7y9Cp12b9mYvddhizsXW0q46ZoEM=&amp;emci=ba709af9-428b-ef11-8473-0022483029fa&amp;emdi=74186566-6a8b-ef11-8473-0022483029fa&amp;ceid=29355297" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">$3.4 million in Q3.</a> The total is the highest quarterly fundraising total in state history - House or Senate. <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/95104764/505634417/1801935848?emci=fe52e59a-cc84-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;emdi=d00f6c22-9485-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;ceid=29355297&amp;nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiNzQxODY1NjYtNmE4Yi1lZjExLTg0NzMtMDAyMjQ4MzAyOWZhIiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=EymZo8EPE9pkOu_7y9Cp12b9mYvddhizsXW0q46ZoEM=" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Two</a> recent <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/95104765/505634418/-1568286999?emci=fe52e59a-cc84-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;emdi=d00f6c22-9485-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;ceid=29355297&amp;nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiNzQxODY1NjYtNmE4Yi1lZjExLTg0NzMtMDAyMjQ4MzAyOWZhIiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=EymZo8EPE9pkOu_7y9Cp12b9mYvddhizsXW0q46ZoEM=" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">polls</a> show Bynum leading Chavez-DeRemer by two points. The <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/95104766/505634419/-1568286999?emci=fe52e59a-cc84-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;emdi=d00f6c22-9485-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;ceid=29355297&amp;nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiNzQxODY1NjYtNmE4Yi1lZjExLTg0NzMtMDAyMjQ4MzAyOWZhIiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=EymZo8EPE9pkOu_7y9Cp12b9mYvddhizsXW0q46ZoEM=" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">latest poll</a> found Bynum leading with women voters and households with a union member. Recently, <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/95104767/505634420/-74852674?unlock=2NJQZZJESF9RJBBH&amp;nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiNzQxODY1NjYtNmE4Yi1lZjExLTg0NzMtMDAyMjQ4MzAyOWZhIiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=EymZo8EPE9pkOu_7y9Cp12b9mYvddhizsXW0q46ZoEM=&amp;emci=ba709af9-428b-ef11-8473-0022483029fa&amp;emdi=74186566-6a8b-ef11-8473-0022483029fa&amp;ceid=29355297" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">National Journa</a>l listed Oregon’s 5th Congressional District in the top 10 congressional races most likely to flip in 2024, jumping up 8 spots after State Rep. Janelle Bynum’s strong primary win “instantly making this seat a top offensive opportunity for the party.”###

Happy Valley, OR —&nbsp; Tonight, State Representative Janelle Bynum, Democratic candidate for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District wins her third and final debate against Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer.&nbsp;

JANELLE BYNUM WINS ALL THREE DEBATES AGAINST LORI CHAVEZ-DEREMER&nbsp;

President Biden holds a press conference and Democrats hold their collective breath. Marcy Jarreau ponders Real Housewife vs White House life. Rep. Janelle Bynum has what it takes to win the Beaver State. Jay Pharaoh puts his balls in Lovett’s court, and we celebrate one of life’s greatest pleasures: quitting.

Lovett of Leave it - Tool Little Too NATO

<h4>Oregon’s 5th is “a close contest that could determine control of the House of Representatives</h4>FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DATE: Thursday, October 24, 2024&nbsp; CONTACT: Blakely Wall, <a href="mailto:press@janellebynum.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">press@janellebynum.com</a>&nbsp;Happy Valley, OR — In case you missed it, State Representative Janelle Bynum, Democratic candidate for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District and her record-breaking campaign against Lori Chavez-DeRemer is consistently in the spotlight as one of the most competitive Congressional races this cycle. Outlets continue to highlight how this race “could determine control of the House of Representatives.”The <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/95740225/507732253/-1487752964?nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiMmIzNjFjYzEtM2I5Mi1lZjExLTg0NzQtMDAwZDNhOThmYTZiIiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=VZv42DkQKFxPiCai8ksl2Sd6SkBlBSB9LKb6-w82EWA=&amp;emci=bce3de82-3a92-ef11-8474-000d3a98fa6b&amp;emdi=2b361cc1-3b92-ef11-8474-000d3a98fa6b&amp;ceid=29355297" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Washington Post</a> recently highlighted Bynum’s appeal to both Democrats and Republicans, noting one Republican who said “Chavez-DeRemer’s Trump endorsement means that she will vote the party line.”The Washington Post, <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/95740226/507732254/929638993?nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiMmIzNjFjYzEtM2I5Mi1lZjExLTg0NzQtMDAwZDNhOThmYTZiIiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=VZv42DkQKFxPiCai8ksl2Sd6SkBlBSB9LKb6-w82EWA=&amp;emci=bce3de82-3a92-ef11-8474-000d3a98fa6b&amp;emdi=2b361cc1-3b92-ef11-8474-000d3a98fa6b&amp;ceid=29355297" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Associated Press</a>, and the <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/95740227/507732255/1955533202?nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiMmIzNjFjYzEtM2I5Mi1lZjExLTg0NzQtMDAwZDNhOThmYTZiIiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=VZv42DkQKFxPiCai8ksl2Sd6SkBlBSB9LKb6-w82EWA=&amp;emci=bce3de82-3a92-ef11-8474-000d3a98fa6b&amp;emdi=2b361cc1-3b92-ef11-8474-000d3a98fa6b&amp;ceid=29355297" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">New York Times</a> have recently covered the race. Read the full Washington Post story below:<a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/95740228/507732256/-1487752964?nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiMmIzNjFjYzEtM2I5Mi1lZjExLTg0NzQtMDAwZDNhOThmYTZiIiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=VZv42DkQKFxPiCai8ksl2Sd6SkBlBSB9LKb6-w82EWA=&amp;emci=bce3de82-3a92-ef11-8474-000d3a98fa6b&amp;emdi=2b361cc1-3b92-ef11-8474-000d3a98fa6b&amp;ceid=29355297" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">In close race that could tip House, candidates fight for the center | Washington Post</a> By: Marianna SotomayorIn a close contest that could determine control of the House of Representatives, a Republican incumbent and her Democratic challenger appear to be competing for an unlikely title: most centrist.In Oregon’s 5th Congressional District, Republican Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer and state Rep. Janelle Bynum, her Democratic opponent, are both running as moderates, touting their bipartisan records and policymaking chops, while trying to cast each other as ineffective and extreme.Their fight for middle ground will matter not just for the district, but also for the balance of power on Capitol Hill: If both parties keep hold of all the seats they represent, Democrats only need to flip four seats from Republicans to win back the House majority. They hope this district — which President Joe Biden would have won by eight percentage points in 2020 — will be one of them[...]Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-New York) personally asked Bynum to run, and House Democrats’ campaign arm, the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee, took the unusual step of backing her over McLeod-Skinner in this year’s primary. The political arm of a group of 100 pragmatic House Democrats, the New Democrat Coalition Action Fund, also invested significantly to boost Bynum.“We could not afford to lose that seat again,” said Rep. Marc Veasey (D-Texas), who serves as the NDCAF’s finance chair.[...]In most competitive districts across the country, voters are evenly split between Democrats, Republicans and independents. In this district, the largest bloc of registered voters are those who describe themselves as “nonaffiliated.” Communities here have historically backed moderate candidates regardless of the party identifier next to their name, even though the state reliably elects Democrats for president and Senate.[...]But Chavez-DeRemer’s incumbency also could cut against her.Over the past two years, demands by far-right members of the GOP caucus often resulted in tough votes for moderate lawmakers such as Chavez-DeRemer, including one that would bar using federal funds to pay for a servicewoman’s abortion if she crossed state lines, which she supported.Democrats have worked to tie Chavez-DeRemer to those sorts of policies. They have emphasized comments Chavez-DeRemer made in 2022 suggesting she would support a bill that would federally ban abortion once a fetal heartbeat is detected. The congresswoman has pushed back, noting that she has not signed on to the Life of Conception Act, recently pledging to vote against any such bills, and helped influence House GOP leaders not to put any restrictive bills on the House floor for a vote.[...]Knocking on doors in Clackamas County on an unseasonably warm October morning, Bynum met two women who said they were supporting her because their top issue was reproductive rights — even though access is already protected in the state. Another woman said she was turning out to vote against “anything that the far right is trying to push that is just so against the Constitution.”Later that afternoon, several home-care workers gathered at the Service Employees International Union potluck in Portland said they have endorsed Bynum because she has reliably explained how state bills could help or hurt the union.[...]“I’ve served a purple district for eight years now, and I have always had the opinion that everyone deserved to be represented,” Bynum said in an interview. “Doesn’t mean I always agree with every particular angle, but it’s important for me to be a good lawmaker and to listen.”Bynum also must work to convince independents and moderate conservatives that a vote for Chavez-DeRemer amounts to a vote for Trump, whom Chavez-DeRemer endorsed once he became the Republican nominee.Diane Klinkenberg, an 80-year-old registered Republican who knocked on doors for Bynum, said she believes Chavez-DeRemer’s Trump endorsement means that she will vote the party line, especially if he returns to the White House.Asked whether there are many other Republicans who are willing to cross the aisle to vote against Chavez-DeRemer, Klinkenberg said she hadn’t met one yet. “I’m hoping,” she added.Cristal DeJarnac, who is the SEIU local chapter’s vice president and has been knocking on doors for Bynum, said Bynum must work to win over Democrats who still believe McLeod-Skinner would better be better able to represent rural communities than Bynum and Chavez-DeRemer, who are from the Portland suburbs.“I feel like the politicians that are running and want those votes, they need to play to them and not just play to the Portland metro area,” she said. “We all need a champion in Washington.”###

Happy Valley, OR — In case you missed it, State Representative Janelle Bynum, Democratic candidate for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District and her record-breaking campaign against Lori Chavez-DeRemer is consistently in the spotlight as one of the most competitive Congressional races this cycle. Outlets continue to highlight how this race “could determine control of the House of Representatives.”

ICYMI: Oregon’s 5th Congressional District and Janelle Bynum in Spotlight As Most Likely To Flip

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March, 18 2024 CONTACT: Blakely Wall, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:press@janellebynum.com">press@janellebynum.com</a>Oregon Capital Chornicle: “Bend elected officials who backed McLeod-Skinner in 2022 endorse [Janelle] Bynum” for 2024 Bid Bynum campaign receives major local nods as endorsements continue to stack up and former supporters abandon McLeod SkinnerHappy Valley, OR - On Friday, the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://oregoncapitalchronicle.com/2024/03/15/bend-elected-officials-who-backed-mcleod-skinner-in-2022-endorse-bynum/">Oregon Capital Chronicle reported</a> on the latest round of endorsements for Janelle Bynum from Bend Mayor Pro Tem Megan Perkins, Bend City Councilor Mike Riley, and Oregon State Representative Jason Kropf. Notably, Mayor Pro-Tem Perkins and State Rep. Jason Kropf endorsed Bynum’s primary opponent in 2022. These Bend, Oregon Leaders have united to add their voice to Janelle’s growing coalition of support as she runs to become Oregon’s first Black member of Congress.In case you missed it:Oregon Capital Chronicle: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://oregoncapitalchronicle.com/2024/03/15/bend-elected-officials-who-backed-mcleod-skinner-in-2022-endorse-bynum/">Bend elected officials who backed McLeod-Skinner in 2022 endorse Bynum</a> Julia Shumway | March 15, 2024<ul><li>A state representative and two city councilors from Bend, congressional candidate Jamie McLeod-Skinner’s base, endorsed opponent Janelle Bynum in the Democratic primary.</li><li>Bynum’s announcement Friday that state Rep. Jason Kropf, Bend Mayor Pro Tem Megan Perkins and Bend City Councilor Mike Riley are endorsing her marks an inroad into McLeod-Skinner’s Deschutes County base.</li><li>Both Kropf and Perkins backed McLeod-Skinner in her 2022 campaign against then-U.S. Rep. Kurt Schrader, a conservative Democrat she defeated by nearly 10 percentage points in the primary. McLeod-Skinner went on to lose to Chavez-DeRemer by 2 points.</li><li>“It is an honor and privilege to be supported by such dynamic leaders from Deschutes County,” Bynum said in a statement. “Our movement is growing stronger by the day, and brings me faith that our coalition will defeat Lori Chavez-DeRemer and the far-right extremists she’s enabling in the halls of Congress.”</li><li>“I’ve worked with Janelle in the House for the last four years, and I can confidently say she is the leader we need in Congress,” Kropf said in a statement provided by the Bynum campaign. “Her experience, knowledge and level-handed leadership makes her the best candidate to defeat Lori Chavez-DeRemer and bring real results home for Oregon.”</li><li>Perkins has served on the Bend City Council since 2021 and previously supported McLeod-Skinner. She praised Bynum as a leader in a statement provided by Bynum’s campaign. “Janelle Bynum is a leader, a steadfast problem solver and someone who cares deeply for the needs of Oregon’s working families,” Perkins said. “She’s beaten Lori Chavez-DeRemer twice before, and I know she’s the leader to do it again this November.”</li><li>Riley, executive director of The Environmental Center, was elected to the Bend City Council in 2022. He said he was proud to support Bynum. “As a business owner, an effective and progressive legislator with deep roots serving our district and a record of winning campaigns, I’m confident Janelle Bynum has what it takes to deliver for the people of CD 5 in the halls of Congress,” he said.</li><li>McLeod-Skinner racked up endorsements in her 2022 race against Schrader. [...] That support is missing this cycle. Roberts, along with Gov. Tina Kotek and former Gov. Kate Brown, is backing Bynum. So are a majority of Democrats in the state House and Senate. Riley and Perkins are behind Bynum, while the other five members of Bend’s all-progressive city council have kept out of the race.</li><li>While Bynum racked up endorsements from high-profile Oregon leaders, McLeod-Skinner has taken to social media to tout the support of a former campaign staffer, a 15-year-old member of Oregon City’s Youth Advisory Commission and a “community motivist.”</li></ul>###

Oregon Capital Chornicle: “Bend elected officials who backed McLeod-Skinner in 2022 endorse [Janelle] Bynum” for 2024 Bid Bynum campaign receives major local nods as endorsements continue to stack up and former supporters abandon McLeod Skinner

Oregon Capital Chornicle: “Bend elected officials who backed McLeod-Skinner in 2022 endorse [Janelle] Bynum” for 2024 Bid

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DATE: Tuesday, October 10, 2024&nbsp; CONTACT: Blakely Wall, <a href="mailto:press@janellebynum.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">press@janellebynum.com</a>Happy Valley, OR — Once again, in a debate against State Representative Janelle Bynum, Democratic candidate for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District, Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer lies to voters about her anti-abortion record in Congress. She claims she does not support a national abortion ban, but has voted to restrict access to reproductive healthcare in Congress.Lori Chavez-DeRemer denies supporting the heartbeat bill but, in Congress, she supported a <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/94771823/504521161/1746784470?s=20&amp;t=7z8rgk8ifwHjd2Lf5Cenjg&amp;nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiMTZhOGZjMjUtNzM4Ny1lZjExLTg0NzQtNjA0NWJkYThhYWU5IiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=Ix6unrILQBBJluqNvU3YxGwacwC-yqJ7-p87EY4vMMM=&amp;emci=217af4dc-2b87-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;emdi=16a8fc25-7387-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;ceid=29355297" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">national ban on abortion</a> that would override Oregon’s own laws and <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/94771824/504521162/-1311481602?q=%7B%22&amp;nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiMTZhOGZjMjUtNzM4Ny1lZjExLTg0NzQtNjA0NWJkYThhYWU5IiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=Ix6unrILQBBJluqNvU3YxGwacwC-yqJ7-p87EY4vMMM=&amp;emci=217af4dc-2b87-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;emdi=16a8fc25-7387-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;ceid=29355297" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">criminalize doctors</a>.Unlike Chavez-DeRemer, Janelle Bynum’s record and commitment to protecting reproductive freedom are unwavering. Even before Roe v. Wade was overturned, Bynum got to work to protect Oregon women’s reproductive rights###

Happy Valley, OR — In a debate against State Representative Janelle Bynum, Democratic candidate for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District, Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer once again misled voters about her anti-abortion record in Congress. She claims she does not support a national abortion ban, but has voted time and time again to restrict access to reproductive healthcare in Congress.

ICYMI: CHAVEZ-DEREMER’S ANTI-ABORTION RECORD

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 15, 2024 CONTACT: Blakely Wall, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:press@janellebynum.com">press@janellebynum.com</a> Happy Valley, OR – First quarter filings today show Janelle Bynum raised a total of $502K, more than double the amount of opponent Jamie McLeod-Skinner, who reported a total of $194K. Bynum also has $560K cash on hand, a $247K advantage over McLeod-Skinner’s $313K.&nbsp; These fundraising totals further highlight Bynum’s growing momentum in this race. Bynum has secured the endorsements of Governor Tina Kotek, Attorney General Ellen Rosenblum, Treasurer Tobias Read and the majority of Oregon’s Democratic congressional delegation. Bynum for Congress Campaign Manager Blakely Wall released the following statement in response to today’s filings: “Every day, State Representative Janelle Bynum’s campaign for congress is picking up steam. From being endorsed by Governor Tina Kotek, Attorney General Ellen Rosenblum, Treasurer Read and a majority of our House Democratic Congressional Delegation to now doubling her opponent’s Q1 fundraising total, there is no question about who is the stronger candidate to win back this seat. Oregon Democrats can either nominate Jamie McLeod-Skinner, someone who lost this district last year for our party or Janelle Bynum, a candidate who has defeated Lori Chavez-DeRemer twice before and will do so for a third time this November.” ###

Happy Valley, OR – First quarter filings today show Janelle Bynum raised a total of $502K, more than double the amount of opponent Jamie McLeod-Skinner, who reported a total of $194K.

ICYMI: State Representative Janelle Bynum Raised More Than Double The Amount Of Her Democratic Primary Opponent In Q1 And Has $250K More Cash On Hand

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DATE: Tuesday, October 15, 2024&nbsp; CONTACT: Blakely Wall, <a href="mailto:press@janellebynum.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">press@janellebynum.com</a>Happy Valley, OR — In a final debate against State Representative Janelle Bynum, Democratic candidate for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District, Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer was unable to answer what a GOP congress has delivered for OR-05.Chavez-DeRemer is part of the least productive Congress in history. She supported<a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/95104725/505634287/-1128632047?nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiYmZmMTI2Y2YtNjc4Yi1lZjExLTg0NzMtMDAyMjQ4MzAyOWZhIiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=7z2N6XQpUFHFyhyydKguivg9gO7yfjl03Hh2nPtau_8=&amp;emci=6738512d-428b-ef11-8473-0022483029fa&amp;emdi=bff126cf-678b-ef11-8473-0022483029fa&amp;ceid=29355297" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"> partisan legislation</a> that, if passed, would have stopped border agents from being able to carry out the <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/95104726/505634288/2029063391?nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiYmZmMTI2Y2YtNjc4Yi1lZjExLTg0NzMtMDAyMjQ4MzAyOWZhIiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=7z2N6XQpUFHFyhyydKguivg9gO7yfjl03Hh2nPtau_8=&amp;emci=6738512d-428b-ef11-8473-0022483029fa&amp;emdi=bff126cf-678b-ef11-8473-0022483029fa&amp;ceid=29355297" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">basic functions</a> of their jobs. She’s <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/95104727/505634289/-907274507?s=20&amp;nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiYmZmMTI2Y2YtNjc4Yi1lZjExLTg0NzMtMDAyMjQ4MzAyOWZhIiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=7z2N6XQpUFHFyhyydKguivg9gO7yfjl03Hh2nPtau_8=&amp;emci=6738512d-428b-ef11-8473-0022483029fa&amp;emdi=bff126cf-678b-ef11-8473-0022483029fa&amp;ceid=29355297" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">embraced Donald Trump</a>, even after he ordered Senate Republicans to blow up a Bipartisan border agreement simply so <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/95104728/505634290/-2060463547?nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiYmZmMTI2Y2YtNjc4Yi1lZjExLTg0NzMtMDAyMjQ4MzAyOWZhIiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=7z2N6XQpUFHFyhyydKguivg9gO7yfjl03Hh2nPtau_8=&amp;emci=6738512d-428b-ef11-8473-0022483029fa&amp;emdi=bff126cf-678b-ef11-8473-0022483029fa&amp;ceid=29355297" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">he could campaign on the issue</a> in the election season.&nbsp;Bynum will put Oregonians first and be part of a successful Congress that delivers for OR-O5.###

Happy Valley, OR — In a final debate against State Representative Janelle Bynum, Democratic candidate for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District, Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer was unable to answer what a GOP congress has delivered for OR-05.

FACT CHECK: CHAVEZ-DEREMER IS PART OF THE LEAST PRODUCTIVE CONGRESS

The Democratic primary for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District may be one of the nation’s most closely watched elections.The stakes couldn’t be higher: A victory in November could decide which party controls Congress.Jamie McLeod-Skinner, an attorney from Terrebonne who has twice won Democratic nominations for Congress but lost the general election, faces Oregon state Rep. Janelle Bynum, a Happy Valley Democrat and fourth-term legislator who has never run for Congress.The winner will take on Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer, a first-term Republican U.S. representative who narrowly defeated McLeod-Skinner in the 2022 election.It’s one of the few congressional races in the country this year that could be a true tossup, according to political experts. Chavez-DeRemer is one of <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.nytimes.com/article/house-races-congress-control.html">more than a dozen</a> Republicans who represent districts that Biden won in 2020.Whoever wins the primary will be a critical part of the national Democratic strategy to take back the U.S. House of Representatives as a presidential election between President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump looms.“It is one of the hot ones in the entire country,” Jim Moore, a political science professor and administrator at Pacific University, said of the race.Candidates are trying to sway voters across the politically diverse district, which spans from the Portland suburbs, east through rural communities in the Cascade Mountains until it ends in the high-desert in Central Oregon.They have visited towns like Bend, Scio and Oregon City, the seat of Clackamas County, a populous and politically split suburban region that experts say will be key to winning the election. On April 17, they spoke there in the Tumwater Ballroom, which sits high above Willamette Falls, as their campaigns worked the crowd in a room full of power brokers and local officials.Meanwhile, there are clear signs that things are heating up.McLeod-Skinner, 56, has been <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://oregoncapitalchronicle.com/2023/10/11/former-campaign-staff-blast-mcleod-skinners-management-style-as-she-gears-up-for-a-rerun/">dogged by media reports</a> this year in which <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.wweek.com/news/2024/01/10/staffers-allege-jamie-mcleod-skinners-driver-feared-physical-violence-from-her/">former campaign staffers</a> allege she created a toxic work environment. She denies those claims and says they are politically motivated. Bynum’s campaign has placed these allegations <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.janellebynum.com/media-center">directly on her website</a>, saying: “These aren’t Oregon values — Jamie is not fit to represent us in Congress.”“The vast majority really appreciate my leadership,” McLeod-Skinner said in an interview with OPB. “If someone’s had a negative experience, I feel terrible about that … Campaigns are stressful. They’re not for everyone. If anyone has been hurt or offended, I apologize to them.”For her part, McLeod-Skinner has taken aim at Bynum, 49, for being the sole legislator to oppose a bill extending the statute of limitations for the survivors of sexual assault to file civil suits. Bynum clarified that she only <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://katu.com/news/local/state-lawmaker-casts-sole-vote-against-bill-to-give-more-time-to-rape-survivors-to-sue">initially cast</a> a no vote to raise a concern about the bill but <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://m.katu.com/news/local/lawmaker-now-supports-bill-to-give-rape-survivors-more-time-to-sue">later voted yes.</a>“It’s a desperate attempt to re-energize what many people are calling a failing campaign again,” she said of McLeod-Skinner’s statements.Their goals are similar, seeking to address climate change, curb gun violence, improve housing affordability, lower health care costs and protect abortion rights. But a closer examination shows they are bringing different strategies and history that could be critical to claim the district.<h2>Democrats bet big on Bynum</h2>Bynum is trying to send a message that she’s a winner.In public appearances and social media posts, she has repeatedly stated that she has twice defeated Chavez-DeRemer. Each of these victories came in an Oregon House district that encompasses the suburban Portland area of Happy Valley, an area much smaller than the congressional district she’s seeking now.Bynum is an engineer who has four kids and owns four McDonald’s restaurants. As a lawmaker, she helped pass bipartisan bills aimed at holding police accountable and improving the local semiconductor industry. She says her legislative accomplishments separate her from McLeod-Skinner.“I have a record of results and my opponent can’t say that,” she said.THANKS TO OUR SPONSOR:<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.opb.org/sponsorship/">Become a Sponsor</a>If one were to look at her endorsements, they would see a wave of Democratic leadership and large national political organizations coalescing around her.Among her endorsements: Oregon’s governor, attorney general, treasurer, the Oregon House majority leader and speaker, three Oregonian members of Congress, two former governors and more than 30 state lawmakers. Many are Democrats.She has also been endorsed by the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee, the House Democrats’ national campaign arm, and Emily’s List, a political action committee that operates out of Washington D.C.And money is pouring in.So far, Bynum has outraised McLeod-Skinner with more than $936,000 in total contributions compared to nearly $630,000, according to the most recent filings with the Federal Election Commission. On April 24, the 314 Action Fund, a national group that seeks to elect science leaders to public office, announced that it had spent $135,000 on advertisements to support Bynum.Bynum’s candidacy comes more than two years after she sought the role of House speaker with what she described as backing from Gov. Tina Kotek, who was the outgoing speaker. She said Kotek didn’t fulfill an agreement to support her, which Kotek denied. Ultimately, Bynum failed to become speaker, but now Kotek is backing Bynum for Congress.“I think people are endorsing her because they know her and know what she’s able to achieve,” state Rep. Travis Nelson, a Portland Democrat who has endorsed Bynum, told OPB.If elected, Nelson believes that Bynum would be a crucial voice for Oregon as a member of the Congressional Black Caucus. Oregon has never elected a Black member of Congress, he said, adding: “She could do a lot to bring money back to the district.”Bynum says voices like hers are needed in Congress.“The voices of women are desperately needed. Mothers are desperately needed,” she said. “Black women, in particular, those voices are needed so that we have a much richer and much more robust conversation about how to solve America’s problems.”<h2>McLeod-Skinner seeks to bridge divide</h2>One of McLeod-Skinner’s main goals, she says, is to bridge the political divide between urban and rural Oregon.“Our country’s been caught up in this political divisiveness for several years now,” she told OPB. “And I think a lot of people are hungry to move beyond it and just to get stuff done.”McLeod-Skinner lives with her wife in Deschutes County. She worked as an engineer and environmental analyst before serving on a variety of boards and local governments.In 2018, she was the Democratic nominee for the 2nd Congressional District but lost to Rep. Greg Walden. She ran for secretary of state in 2020, losing a tight three-person primary won by Shemia Fagan. She unseated incumbent Rep. Kurt Schrader in the Democratic primary in 2022 before losing to Chavez-DeRemer.Again and again, she’s touted her work in rural communities, saying the experience equips her to work with people with different backgrounds across this sprawling district. McLeod-Skinner believes she is better suited than Bynum to win the support of voters in areas like Central Oregon.“You gotta be able to win in purple areas outside the Portland metro area,” she said.So far, McLeod-Skinner has endorsements from three members of Congress — none from Oregon — three state lawmakers, union groups like the United Food &amp; Commercial Workers and other political groups like the Equality PAC, a group that works to elect members of the LGBTQ community to Congress.In addition, she has endorsements from dozens of current and former local officials, including city councilors, school board members, attorneys and local political leaders.“That’s who voters know,” she said. “That’s who voters trust.”Oregon state Rep. Mark Gamba, D-Milwaukie, who has endorsed McLeod-Skinner, said: “She’s connected with people in all walks of life and all parts of the state and really does represent the things that they care about.”Gamba says this grassroots support will be critical to garner support from people who may be skeptical of those who power the current political establishment. In her appearances, McLeod-Skinner has repeatedly sought to appeal to voters by noting she doesn’t take money from corporate political action committees.“I think a lot of Americans are finally waking up to the fact that if there are a ton of ads about somebody, you should be suspicious of them,” Gamba said.Despite her two losses in congressional races, McLeod-Skinner notes that, in 2022, she narrowly lost in a year in which Republicans turned out at higher rates. In a presidential election, when Democratic voters increase, she believes the outcome will be different.

The Democratic primary for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District may be one of the nation’s most closely watched elections.The stakes couldn’t be higher: A victory in November could decide which party controls Congress

High-profile Democratic congressional race heats up ahead of Oregon primary election

<h4>“When it comes to working families, they were represented here today and they’re supporting Janelle Bynum”</h4>FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DATE: Thursday, October 17, 2024&nbsp; CONTACT: Blakely Wall, press@janellebynum.comHappy Valley, OR — Over the past few months, local unions and labor leaders have shown consistent support for State Representative Janelle Bynum, Democratic candidate for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District.&nbsp;A <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/95255480/506114064/-1948899490?nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiZjQxYmM0MWQtZTA4Yy1lZjExLTg0NzQtMDAwZDNhOThmYTZiIiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=15TBkDvn7261IcXSCSMgvSAZht_OYvODg0_4a2IZxAA=&amp;emci=686ff18e-da8c-ef11-8474-000d3a98fa6b&amp;emdi=f41bc41d-e08c-ef11-8474-000d3a98fa6b&amp;ceid=29355297" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">recent article</a> from the Capital Chronicle highlighted Bynum’s widespread union support and how these unions make up the majority of workers in Oregon. Melissa Unger, Executive Director of Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Local 503 called Lori Chavez-DeRemer’s claims of union support “misleading.” Unger followed up to say “when it comes to working families, they were represented here today and they’re supporting Janelle Bynum.”Bynum touts the following union endorsements:&nbsp;<ul><li>Alliance for Retired Americans&nbsp;</li><li>American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME)</li><li>American Federation of Teachers (AFT) Oregon</li><li>National Education Association (NEA)</li><li>Oregon AFSCME Council 75 (local chapter)</li><li>Oregon American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO)</li><li>Oregon Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals</li><li>Oregon Nurses Association (ONA)</li><li>Oregon School Employees Association (OSEA)</li><li>PCUN, Oregon's Farmworker Union</li><li>Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Oregon</li><li>United Auto Workers of America (UAW)</li><li>United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW)</li><li>UNITE Here Local 8</li></ul>Earlier this cycle the <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/95255481/506114065/-501202666?nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiZjQxYmM0MWQtZTA4Yy1lZjExLTg0NzQtMDAwZDNhOThmYTZiIiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=15TBkDvn7261IcXSCSMgvSAZht_OYvODg0_4a2IZxAA=&amp;emci=686ff18e-da8c-ef11-8474-000d3a98fa6b&amp;emdi=f41bc41d-e08c-ef11-8474-000d3a98fa6b&amp;ceid=29355297" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Oregon Capitol Chronicle</a> has reported on Chavez-DeRemer’s hypocrisy when it comes to her labor support, noting that Chavez-DeRemer has repeatedly <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/95255482/506114066/-1513795215?nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiZjQxYmM0MWQtZTA4Yy1lZjExLTg0NzQtMDAwZDNhOThmYTZiIiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=15TBkDvn7261IcXSCSMgvSAZht_OYvODg0_4a2IZxAA=&amp;emci=686ff18e-da8c-ef11-8474-000d3a98fa6b&amp;emdi=f41bc41d-e08c-ef11-8474-000d3a98fa6b&amp;ceid=29355297" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">missed hearings on labor-related issues</a>.&nbsp;Read the full, recent article <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/95255483/506114067/-1948899490?nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiZjQxYmM0MWQtZTA4Yy1lZjExLTg0NzQtMDAwZDNhOThmYTZiIiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=15TBkDvn7261IcXSCSMgvSAZht_OYvODg0_4a2IZxAA=&amp;emci=686ff18e-da8c-ef11-8474-000d3a98fa6b&amp;emdi=f41bc41d-e08c-ef11-8474-000d3a98fa6b&amp;ceid=29355297" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">here.</a>###

Happy Valley, OR — Over the past few months, local unions and labor leaders have shown consistent support for State Representative Janelle Bynum, Democratic candidate for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District.&nbsp;

ICYMI: Oregon Unions, Labor Leaders Throw Support Behind Janelle Bynum

Democratic primary voters in an Oregon swing House district overwhelmingly rejected their previous, far-left nominee Tuesday in favor of a more broadly appealing candidate to take on first-term Republican incumbent Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer.&nbsp;

Democrats Moderate to Win Back a Battleground House Seat

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 16, 2023 CONTACT: Blakely Wall <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:press@janellebynum.com">press@janellebynum.com</a>OR Treasurer Tobias Read, OR House Speaker Rayfield, OR Majority Leader Julie Fahey Among Leaders Who Enthusiastically Support Bynum for CongressHappy Valley, OR — In case you missed it, Oregon State Representative and Democratic congressional candidate Janelle Bynum is building momentum as she looks to defeat Lori Chavez-Deremer for the third time in her career. In addition to raising $187,000 in the latest quarter, Bynum earned endorsements from Oregon State Treasurer Tobias Read, Oregon House of Representatives Speaker Dan Rayfield, Oregon House of Representatives Majority Leader Julie Fahey, state Sen. Lew Frederick, state Sen. Kayse Jama, former state Sen. Margaret Carter, former state Sen. Avel Gordley, former state Sen. Bob Boyer, and former state Rep. Brian Clem.In addition to her Q3 haul:<ul><li>Bynum leads the Democratic primary in COH with $217,842.</li><li>Bynum leads the Democratic primary with a total raise of $288,194.97 this cycle.&nbsp;</li><li>70% of Bynum’s contributions came from donors in Oregon.</li></ul><h4>“I’m excited to support my friend Janelle Bynum for Congress,” Read said. “Throughout her entire career, Janelle has always put people before politics to deliver real, sustained change in our communities and go the extra mile to ensure people are heard. When service calls, Janelle always answers — she is the best choice for Oregon’s 5th congressional district.”</h4><h4>“Oregon needs an effective leader who will never back down from a challenge and solve the most critical issues facing our communities,” Rayfield said. “I’ve seen that resolve in my friend and colleague Janelle Bynum, whose determination has helped us support critical housing development, enhance mental health services, and address the climate crisis. She has been an excellent partner when it comes to advancing common-sense legislation, and she will continue to be an excellent partner in Congress.”</h4><h4>“In our seven years serving together in the Oregon state legislature, Janelle Bynum has proven to be deeply compassionate, knowledgeable , and honest.” Fahey said. “In Congress Janelle will be a champion for working families, women and children, and will defend reproductive freedom, support small businesses, and improve public education. I can’t wait to see her get to work on day one.”</h4><h4>“I’m honored to earn the support of State Treasurer Tobias Read, Oregon House Speaker Dan Rayfield, Majority Leader Julie Fahey, my colleagues and former elected leaders,” Bynum said. “Oregon is well served by their esteemed leadership, and I value their partnership in ensuring our communities thrive and paying opportunity forward for our future generations. I’m looking forward to continuing to work together.”</h4>Previously, Bynum earned endorsements from Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici, Congresswoman Andrea Salinas, the Congressional Black Caucus PAC, and New Dem Action Fund. She now has support from 21 Oregon state house members and five Oregon state senators — the support of over 60 percent of the Oregon House Democrats.OR-05 is a top priority for Democrats, and represents a critical opportunity to flip the U.S. House blue. Bynum is uniquely positioned to defeat Chavez-DeRemer, having bested her in 2016 and 2018.&nbsp;##

ICYMI: Janelle Bynum Leads Democratic Primary in Cash on Hand, Raises $187,589 in Q3, And Adds Distinguished Oregon Leaders to Growing Coalition

ANALYSIS — Democratic strategists scored a big primary victory in Oregon on Tuesday in what’s close to a must-win district in November.&nbsp;State Rep. Janelle Bynum defeated 2022 nominee Jamie McLeod-Skinner 69 percent to 31 percent, with 74 percent of the estimated vote counted, in the Democratic primary in Oregon’s 5th District.

Bynum’s primary win boosts Democrats’ chances to flip Oregon seat

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No person should be a medical emergency away from bankruptcy, but sadly that happens all too often in our country. In the Oregon state legislature, I worked to expand access to health care and mental health services so everyday Oregonians don’t have to choose between putting food on the table or a trip to the hospital. We need Congress to act — and that starts with protecting Medicare, expanding Medicaid, and lowering the cost of prescription drug prices.

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LOWERING THE COST OF HEALTH CARE

Happy Valley, OR - In a debate against State Representative Janelle Bynum, Democratic candidate for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District, Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer lied about her history of jeopardizing Social Security.&nbsp;

FACT CHECK: 26 TIMES Chavez-DeRemer Voted Against Efforts to Even Consider Protecting Social Security and Medicare

Oregon has tens of millions to spend on the industry while colleges and other programs offer training opportunities to increase the workforce

Oregon semiconductor companies gear up for expansion

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DATE: Tuesday, October 8, 2024 AM CONTACT: Blakely Wall, <a href="mailto:press@janellebynum.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">press@janellebynum.com</a>Happy Valley, OR — State Representative Janelle Bynum, Democratic candidate for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District, will participate in three separate debates over the next week against Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer in both Bend and Portland. On the heels of her record-breaking fundraising totals for Q3, Bynum will discuss her strong record of standing up for Oregonians in the state legislature and her priorities in Congress.&nbsp;“Over the next three debates, voters will see the clear contrast between Janelle Bynum, who has a long career of standing up for Oregonians and Lori Chavez-DeRemer who has abandoned Oregonians for MAGA extremists in Washington,” said Blakely Wall, Campaign Manager for Bynum for Congress. “Bynum will discuss her commitment to protecting a woman's right to choose, keeping families safe, and lowering costs while Chavez- DeRemer will fail to explain her record of stripping back reproductive rights and supporting a 34-count felon for president.”The first televised debate will happen tonight, on October 8, 2024 on KOIN in Portland, followed by a televised debate on October 10, 2024 on KTVZ in Bend, and a multi-media and televised debate on October 15, 2024 through Central Oregon Daily.&nbsp;Bynum’s campaign raised <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/94586843/503979009/2031743205?nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiMjE0NDRkNzQtY2M4NS1lZjExLTg0NzQtNjA0NWJkYThhYWU5IiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=XkYGlwZGTiJ6p8xQKTyKvcQis_lmugX-v5RUe1vKH2A=&amp;emci=70be6a41-c385-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;emdi=21444d74-cc85-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;ceid=29355297" target="_blank" rel="noopener">$3.4 million in Q3.</a> The total is the highest quarterly fundraising total in state history - House or Senate. <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/94586844/503979010/1801935848?emci=fe52e59a-cc84-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;emdi=d00f6c22-9485-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;ceid=29355297&amp;nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiMjE0NDRkNzQtY2M4NS1lZjExLTg0NzQtNjA0NWJkYThhYWU5IiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=XkYGlwZGTiJ6p8xQKTyKvcQis_lmugX-v5RUe1vKH2A=" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Two</a> recent <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/94586845/503979011/-1568286999?emci=fe52e59a-cc84-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;emdi=d00f6c22-9485-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;ceid=29355297&amp;nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiMjE0NDRkNzQtY2M4NS1lZjExLTg0NzQtNjA0NWJkYThhYWU5IiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=XkYGlwZGTiJ6p8xQKTyKvcQis_lmugX-v5RUe1vKH2A=" target="_blank" rel="noopener">polls</a> show Bynum leading Chavez-DeRemer by two points. The <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/94586846/503979012/-1568286999?emci=fe52e59a-cc84-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;emdi=d00f6c22-9485-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;ceid=29355297&amp;nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiMjE0NDRkNzQtY2M4NS1lZjExLTg0NzQtNjA0NWJkYThhYWU5IiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=XkYGlwZGTiJ6p8xQKTyKvcQis_lmugX-v5RUe1vKH2A=" target="_blank" rel="noopener">latest poll</a> found Bynum leading with women voters and households with a union member. Recently, <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/94586847/503979013/-74852674?unlock=2NJQZZJESF9RJBBH&amp;nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiMjE0NDRkNzQtY2M4NS1lZjExLTg0NzQtNjA0NWJkYThhYWU5IiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=XkYGlwZGTiJ6p8xQKTyKvcQis_lmugX-v5RUe1vKH2A=&amp;emci=70be6a41-c385-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;emdi=21444d74-cc85-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;ceid=29355297" target="_blank" rel="noopener">National Journal</a> listed Oregon’s 5th Congressional District in the top 10 congressional races most likely to flip in 2024, jumping up 8 spots after State Rep. Janelle Bynum’s strong primary win “instantly making this seat a top offensive opportunity for the party.”###

Happy Valley, OR — State Representative Janelle Bynum, Democratic candidate for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District, will participate in three separate debates over the next week against Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer in both Bend and Portland. On the heels of her record-breaking fundraising totals for Q3, Bynum will discuss her strong record of standing up for Oregonians in the state legislature and her priorities in Congress.&nbsp;

JANELLE BYNUM TO HIGHLIGHT CONTRAST BETWEEN HER RECORD OF DELIVERING FOR OREGONIANS AND CHAVEZ-DEREMER’S EXTREMISM IN THREE DEBATES

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 17, 2024 CONTACT: Blakely Wall, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:press@janellebynum.com">press@janellebynum.com</a>&nbsp;Bend, OR—Last night at the League of Women Voters Forum, State Representative Janelle Bynum – Democratic candidate for Oregon’s Fifth Congressional District – made the case directly to Oregon voters about why her accomplishments, priorities, and strong base of support make her the best-positioned candidate to defeat incumbent Republican Congresswoman Lori Chavez-DeRemer this November.During the forum, Bynum spoke to her track record as a proven leader who can defeat Lori Chavez-DeRemer and deliver for the people of Oregon’s fifth district as their next Congresswoman. In her opening statement, Bynum, a working mom of four, described how she develops her ideas through the lens and experiences of her children, and touted her accomplishments as a state legislator.“I’m running to represent the best of Oregon values in the halls of Congress. [...] I first ran for office because I wanted to deliver for Oregon's children an education system that would allow them to achieve their dreams. [...] And as State representative, I delivered the Student Success Act with over $2B for Oregon’s students. In Congress, I’ll deliver on full funding for special education, funding for housing and healthcare. [...]My daughter, Christine, who is just finishing college, was recently looking at schools to pursue her dream of being a dentist. She wanted to spend her next four years in a place that will protect her access to the ballot, her reproductive rights, and can offer her safe and affordable housing. She knows she can always come back home to Oregon because I’ve delivered on those too.”&nbsp;During the forum, Bynum pointed to strong statewide support for her campaign, including unprecedented primary endorsements, her tangible record of delivering for the 5th Congressional District and the unique perspective she will bring to congress as a working mom, daughter of teachers, local business owner and 4-term state legislator.&nbsp;In her closing statement, Bynum highlighted the stakes of the election and again emphasized why she is the best candidate to defeat Lori Chavez-DeRemer.“We’ve all gathered here today for the very same reason — elections have consequences, and Oregon cannot afford another Lori Chavez-DeRemer term. With her representing us in Congress, our most basic values and freedoms are at risk. Instead, we have a representative who is more interested in pleasing the most extreme members of her party than fighting for us. Numbers don’t lie — it’s not about where you beat Lori, it’s about IF you beat her.”In previous races for the Oregon State House, Janelle Bynum has twice beaten the incumbent, Lori Chavez-DeRemer. Bynum outperformed the previous nominee by almost 4 points in the precincts where her house district and the 5th Congressional District overlap.&nbsp;Janelle Bynum is an Oregon state legislator with a proven track record of delivering results. A small business owner, engineer, and mom of four, Janelle has been a consistent champion for Oregon families and is ready to represent the communities of the 5th District in Congress. During her four terms in the state legislature, Janelle has worked with her colleagues across the aisle to protect reproductive rights, address housing affordability, and strengthen Oregon's local economy. This past legislative session, Janelle led the push in the Oregon House to pass the Oregon CHIPS Act, which will give Oregon a competitive edge and help bring thousands of good jobs in the semiconductor industry to the state.&nbsp;A full list of Bynum’s endorsements can be found <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.janellebynum.com/press?id=fb95ba69-b76a-4c44-88eb-544d8e63a419">here</a>. ###

Bend, OR—Last night at the League of Women Voters Forum, State Representative Janelle Bynum – Democratic candidate for Oregon’s Fifth Congressional District – made the case directly to Oregon voters about why her accomplishments, priorities, and strong base of support make her the best-positioned candidate to defeat incumbent Republican Congresswoman Lori Chavez-DeRemer this November.

FORUM RECAP: Janelle Bynum Proves She's the Best Democratic Candidate to Flip OR-05

A new poll paid for by Janelle Bynum’s congressional campaign shows the state representative with a slim lead over fellow Democrat Jamie McLeod-Skinner days before ballots will be mailed out.&nbsp;The phone poll of 402 likely Democratic voters in Oregon’s 5th Congressional District, conducted between April 26 and 28 by Democratic polling firm Brilliant Corners, found that 37% of respondents said they would vote for Bynum or were leaning toward voting for her, compared to 34% of voters who said the same about McLeod-Skinner. More than a quarter of respondents were still undecided with a little less than a month to go before the May 21 deadline to return ballots.&nbsp;It’s a huge shift in the race since last summer and fall, when a <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://oregoncapitalchronicle.com/2023/06/27/mcleod-skinner-seriously-considering-another-run-for-congress-in-oregons-5th-district/">poll commissioned</a> by McLeod-Skinner and another <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.termlimits.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/or5toplines.pdf">poll</a> by a group that supports term limits for members of Congress both showed McLeod-Skinner trouncing the competition, including Metro Council President Lynn Peterson, who has dropped out and Bynum, who entered the race in June. Since then, national Democrats and state Democratic leaders have coalesced around Bynum as their preferred choice to take on vulnerable Republican incumbent Lori Chavez-DeRemer in the Democratic-leaning 5th District.&nbsp;Bynum spokeswoman Blakely Wall said in a statement that the new poll underscores the momentum the campaign has built.&nbsp;“We are proud of our campaign’s grassroots support that has made this all possible, and we look forward to building on this progress to help take back the House and bring true representation back to Oregon families,” Wall said.&nbsp;Brilliant Corners also did polling for Bynum’s campaign in February, and comparisons show that the state representative has become better known in the district over recent months. In February, about two-thirds of voters polled recognized McLeod-Skinner’s name, but less than a quarter of respondents knew Bynum. By April, 69% of respondents knew McLeod-Skinner and 53% knew Bynum.Respondents rated them similarly on a scale from 0 to 100 in February, with Bynum averaging 59.5 and McLeod-Skinner averaging 58.7. While McLeod-Skinner’s average rating was virtually the same two months later, Bynum’s had risen to 67.4.In February, just 15% of respondents said they would back Bynum, compared to 38% of respondents who were for McLeod-Skinner. Nearly half the February respondents were undecided or interested in Matthew Davie, a Bend tech executive who toyed with running but ultimately didn’t file.&nbsp;Bynum began running ads in the district two weeks ago, while McLeod-Skinner’s first ads will begin airing Tuesday.&nbsp;

A new poll paid for by Janelle Bynum’s congressional campaign shows the state representative with a slim lead over fellow Democrat Jamie McLeod-Skinner days before ballots will be mailed out.&nbsp;

Poll gives Bynum slight lead over McLeod Skinner in 5th Congressional District Democratic primary

Our country doesn’t thrive unless our local economies thrive, and that means creating good jobs close to home, supporting small businesses, and bringing down the cost of living. These are issues I’ve championed as the chairwoman of the House Committee on Small Business/Economic Development and co-chair of the Joint Committee on Semiconductors, exploring ways we can expand our workforce in the tech industry. I led on passing the Oregon CHIPS Act, the most pro-business, pro-worker, pro-Oregon collaboration in history. I’ll bring the same vision to Congress.

SUPPORTING OUR ECONOMY

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 21, 2023 CONTACT: Blakely Wall press@janellebynum.comHAPPY VALLEY, OR — Today, during the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CLFWEka8uHw">12th Biennial Oregon Summit’s Congressional District 5 forum</a>, Janelle Bynum demonstrated she’s the only candidate equipped to defeat Republican Congresswoman Lori Chavez-DeRemer. During the forum’s opening statement, Bynum underscored why she has been able to defeat Chavez-DeRemer every time she’s faced her:<h4>“For the past seven years, as an elected representative in Salem, I have looked at every bill with the lens: Will it make Oregon better and create opportunities for our children? For our sons and daughters? Will it advance civil rights?” Bynum said. “Not Lori. She makes her decisions with a very different set of criteria: will it help me? Will it help my far-right MAGA Republican donors?”</h4>Throughout her seven years in elected office, Bynum has always prioritized transparent and accessible leadership, in contrast to Chavez-DeRemer, who has declined to hold in-person town halls. <h4>“Unlike Lori, I make sure my constituents set the agenda,” Bynum said. “The proof is in the pudding — I’m known for knocking doors, I’m known for making phone calls, and I’m known for showing up.”</h4>A daughter of union teachers and mother of a former SEIU and UFCW member, Bynum reiterated her strong support for the labor community. <h4>“The gains you make today [in labor] last for 40 to 50 years,” Bynum said. “That’s why I spend time with the building trades — talking to members about how they want high-quality jobs, and how they want their kids to enjoy the benefits of the universities, hospitals, and roads they’re helping build — and legislating on their priorities.”</h4>For Bynum, the impact of the climate crisis hits close to home. During the debate, she sounded the alarm on taking climate action now. <h4>“That’s why I’m not waiting until I get to Washington to be a part of the solution,” Bynum said. “I’m sponsoring a bill to make Oregon the hub for clean energy technology in this country. We can be leaders in reducing our carbon footprint and creating good-paying union jobs while fighting the crisis.” </h4>Bynum’s leadership has always been a love letter to Oregon’s children. She spoke on the importance of putting Oregon’s children first and paying opportunity forward in her closing.<h4>“At the end of the day, it’s about our children,” Bynum said. “Our children are watching as their fates are being decided in our halls of power. Decisionmakers should be the adults in the room, and sadly that’s not the case.”</h4><h4>REMINDER: In 2022, Bynum outperformed the Democratic congressional candidate by 3.9 points in the overlapping precincts between Oregon’s 5th congressional district and the 39th State House District. </h4>OR-05 is one of the top flip opportunities in the nation. Bynum is uniquely positioned to defeat Lori Chavez-DeRemer, having bested her twice before. Bynum has won the support of Congresswoman Andrea Salinas, Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici, the Congressional Black Caucus, Oregon State Treasurer Tobias Read, Oregon House Speaker Dan Rayfield, and Oregon Majority Whip Julie Fahey.##

HAPPY VALLEY, OR — Today, during the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CLFWEka8uHw">12th Biennial Oregon Summit’s Congressional District 5 forum</a>, Janelle Bynum demonstrated she’s the only candidate equipped to defeat Republican Congresswoman Lori Chavez-DeRemer.

RECAP: At DPO Forum, Janelle Bynum Shows She’s the Best Candidate to Flip OR-05

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 25, 2023 CONTACT: Blakely Wall, press@janellebynum.comChavez-DeRemer Helps Elect Speaker Mike Johnson, an Anti-Abortion, Election-Denying GOP Extremist, Who Pledged to Slash Social Security and MedicareHappy Valley, OR — Today, state Rep. and Democratic congressional candidate Janelle Bynum released the following statement after House Republicans selected Congressman Mike Johnson as Speaker:“Republicans like Congresswoman Lori Chavez-DeRemer have made it perfectly clear they are not interested in governing or finding bipartisan solutions to our most pressing problems. She has continued to side with the most extreme factions of her party, bolstering a far-right MAGA extremist Speaker who sought to overturn the results of the 2020 election, pass a national abortion ban with no exceptions, and decimate Social Security and Medicare. She’s another rubber stamp to her party’s extreme agenda and not in the business of serving Oregon — that’s I’ll defeat her again in November.”BACKGROUND:Chavez-DeRemer’s pick for speaker pushed for a <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.cbsnews.com/news/mike-johnson-abortion-house-speaker/">total abortion ban without exceptions</a>, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://twitter.com/BBKogan/status/1717188682589847623">led efforts to slash Social Security and Medicare</a> and <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/mike-johnson-house-speaker-republican-nominee-what-know-rcna122114">was named “the most important architect of the Electoral College objections.”</a>Chavez-DeRemer’s positions fall out of step with the majority of OR-05, one of the top flip opportunities in the nation. Bynum is uniquely positioned to defeat Lori Chavez-DeRemer, having bested her twice before. Bynum has won the support of Governor Tina Kotek, Congresswoman Andrea Salinas, Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici, the Congressional Black Caucus, Oregon State Treasurer Tobias Read, Oregon House Speaker Dan Rayfield, and Oregon Majority Whip Julie Fahey.###

Chavez-DeRemer Helps Elect Speaker Mike Johnson, an Anti-Abortion, Election-Denying GOP Extremist, Who Pledged to Slash Social Security and Medicare

Janelle Bynum Statement on Lori Chavez-DeRemer’s Support for Far-Right Speaker

The effects of climate change are felt close to home with brutal summers and the threat of wildfires year-round. I’m not waiting to get to Washington to tackle the climate crisis — we’re already part of the solution in the state legislature, sponsoring legislation to make Oregon the clean energy hub in the country. I’ll expand upon this work on the federal level, reducing our carbon footprint and creating good-paying union jobs.

TAKING CLIMATE ACTION

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 23, 2024 5:00 am ET Contact: Blakely Wall, <a href="mailto:press@janellebynum.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">press@janellebynum.com</a> Happy Valley, OR – Today, State Representative Janelle Bynum’s campaign is proud to announce the endorsement of Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Oregon. This significant endorsement highlights the shared commitment between Janelle Bynum and SEIU Oregon to champion the rights of workers and strengthen communities throughout Oregon. "I am deeply honored to receive the endorsement of SEIU Oregon. Together, we have achieved meaningful progress in the Oregon State Legislature, including raising the minimum wage, expanding paid family leave, and securing funding for essential public services” said Bynum. “In Congress, I will continue to fight for fair wages, affordable healthcare, and strong worker protections. Our partnership has proven that when we stand united, we can create positive change for all Oregonians." "Janelle Bynum has been a steadfast ally of our union and a true champion for workers' rights. Her dedication to improving the lives of working people is evident in the policies she has championed and the legislation she has helped pass. We are confident that Janelle will bring the same passion and commitment to Congress, and we are proud to endorse her candidacy." said Melissa Unger, Executive Director SEIU Local 503. “As union members, we support lawmakers who support working people. Janelle Bynum is the clear choice in this race – she has been with us on the picket line and in crafting policy at the Legislature. She has shown with her actions she is the working people’s candidate." said Renato Quintero, a longtime leader at SEIU Local 49. Bynum’s momentum continues to build, creating a widespread coalition of voters who believe in her vision of Oregon. In the second fiscal quarter, Bynum raised an impressive <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/89376413/487119963/-1513521566?nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiY2ZjZjhiMWItZTU0OC1lZjExLTg2YzMtNjA0NWJkZDllMDk2IiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJibGFrZWx5QGphbmVsbGVieW51bS5jb20iDQp9&amp;hmac=nT0ijDgz1xVOrrcOY-P4Yn720x-J-ByoFkCQwPbEbGU=&amp;emci=a9a56ece-8f48-ef11-86c3-6045bdd9e096&amp;emdi=cfcf8b1b-e548-ef11-86c3-6045bdd9e096&amp;ceid=14434324" target="_blank" rel="noopener">$1.5 million</a>, outraising Lori Chavez-DeRemer by over half a million dollars.&nbsp;###

Happy Valley, OR – Today, State Representative Janelle Bynum’s campaign is proud to announce the endorsement of Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Oregon.

SEIU Oregon Endorses Janelle Bynum for Oregon's 5th Congressional District

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DATE: Tuesday, October 8, 2024&nbsp; CONTACT: Blakely Wall, <a href="mailto:press@janellebynum.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">press@janellebynum.com</a>Happy Valley, OR — In a debate against State Representative Janelle Bynum, Democratic candidate for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District, Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer once again misled voters about her anti-abortion record in Congress. She claims she does not support a national abortion ban, but has voted time and time again to restrict access to reproductive healthcare in Congress.Lori Chavez-DeRemer’s extreme anti-abortion record:- “<a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/94590533/504026737/635494035?nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiM2UwNGIwMjgtZTU4NS1lZjExLTg0NzQtNjA0NWJkYThhYWU5IiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJibGFrZWx5QGphbmVsbGVieW51bS5jb20iDQp9&amp;hmac=6AEhxfctNbtzyXLjBxOXCAElM1XHvkcmkRVFHY78BBM=&amp;emci=bc30d061-e485-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;emdi=3e04b028-e585-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;ceid=14434324" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Encouraged</a>” by the overturning of Roe- Supported a <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/94590534/504026738/1746784470?s=20&amp;t=7z8rgk8ifwHjd2Lf5Cenjg&amp;nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiM2UwNGIwMjgtZTU4NS1lZjExLTg0NzQtNjA0NWJkYThhYWU5IiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJibGFrZWx5QGphbmVsbGVieW51bS5jb20iDQp9&amp;hmac=6AEhxfctNbtzyXLjBxOXCAElM1XHvkcmkRVFHY78BBM=&amp;emci=bc30d061-e485-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;emdi=3e04b028-e585-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;ceid=14434324" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">national ban on abortion</a> that would override Oregon’s own laws and <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/94590535/504026739/-1311481602?q=%7B%22&amp;nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiM2UwNGIwMjgtZTU4NS1lZjExLTg0NzQtNjA0NWJkYThhYWU5IiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJibGFrZWx5QGphbmVsbGVieW51bS5jb20iDQp9&amp;hmac=6AEhxfctNbtzyXLjBxOXCAElM1XHvkcmkRVFHY78BBM=&amp;emci=bc30d061-e485-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;emdi=3e04b028-e585-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;ceid=14434324" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">criminalize doctors</a><a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/94590536/504026740/-949653507?fbid=358825819771674&amp;set=pb.100069327754677.-2207520000..&amp;type=3&amp;nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiM2UwNGIwMjgtZTU4NS1lZjExLTg0NzQtNjA0NWJkYThhYWU5IiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJibGFrZWx5QGphbmVsbGVieW51bS5jb20iDQp9&amp;hmac=6AEhxfctNbtzyXLjBxOXCAElM1XHvkcmkRVFHY78BBM=&amp;emci=bc30d061-e485-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;emdi=3e04b028-e585-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;ceid=14434324" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">- Endorsed in 2022</a> by extreme groups, like the National Right to Life – which opposed a bill to protect the right to contraceptionUnlike Chavez-DeRemer, Janelle Bynum’s record and commitment to protecting reproductive freedom are unwavering. Even before Roe v. Wade was overturned, Bynum got to work to protect Oregon women’s reproductive rights###

FACT CHECK: THE TRUTH ABOUT CHAVEZ-DEREMER’S ANTI-ABORTION RECORD

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DATE: Tuesday, October 15, 2024&nbsp; CONTACT: Blakely Wall, <a href="mailto:press@janellebynum.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">press@janellebynum.com</a>Happy Valley, OR — In a final debate against State Representative Janelle Bynum, Democratic candidate for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District, Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer lied to voters about her anti-abortion record in Congress. She claimed she does not support a national abortion ban, but voted to restrict access to reproductive healthcare in Congress.Chavez-DeRemer denies supporting the heartbeat bill but, in Congress, she supported a <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/95104494/505633389/1746784470?s=20&amp;t=7z8rgk8ifwHjd2Lf5Cenjg&amp;nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiNmIyNmQ0MTgtNjQ4Yi1lZjExLTg0NzMtMDAyMjQ4MzAyOWZhIiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=NvwhcLeXWH7wrIKmpjZyrrExu4LEALStOVN08QBONvg=&amp;emci=8a68e5db-218b-ef11-8473-0022483029fa&amp;emdi=6b26d418-648b-ef11-8473-0022483029fa&amp;ceid=29355297" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">national ban on abortion</a> that would override Oregon’s own laws and <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/95104495/505633390/-1311481602?q=%7B%22&amp;nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiNmIyNmQ0MTgtNjQ4Yi1lZjExLTg0NzMtMDAyMjQ4MzAyOWZhIiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=NvwhcLeXWH7wrIKmpjZyrrExu4LEALStOVN08QBONvg=&amp;emci=8a68e5db-218b-ef11-8473-0022483029fa&amp;emdi=6b26d418-648b-ef11-8473-0022483029fa&amp;ceid=29355297" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">criminalize doctors</a>. She also <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/95104496/505633391/249256133?nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiNmIyNmQ0MTgtNjQ4Yi1lZjExLTg0NzMtMDAyMjQ4MzAyOWZhIiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=NvwhcLeXWH7wrIKmpjZyrrExu4LEALStOVN08QBONvg=&amp;emci=8a68e5db-218b-ef11-8473-0022483029fa&amp;emdi=6b26d418-648b-ef11-8473-0022483029fa&amp;ceid=29355297" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">celebrated the fall of Roe</a>.&nbsp;Janelle Bynum’s record and commitment to protecting reproductive freedom are unwavering. Even before Roe v. Wade was overturned, Bynum got to work to protect Oregon women’s reproductive rights.###

Happy Valley, OR — In a final debate against State Representative Janelle Bynum, Democratic candidate for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District, Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer lied to voters about her anti-abortion record in Congress. She claimed she does not support a national abortion ban, but voted to restrict access to reproductive healthcare in Congress.

ICYMI: CHAVEZ-DEREMER’S ANTI-ABORTION RECORD, AGAIN

As the primaries are shaping up, we’re getting a clearer picture of what the race for the U.S. House of Representatives is going to look like. Keep in mind that only about 50 of these races are even remotely competitive, with the rest of them occurring in either solid red or blue territory.

Good news for the Democratic Party

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 26, 2024 CONTACT: Blakely Wall, <a href="mailto:press@janellebynum.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">press@janellebynum.com</a>&nbsp; After outraising her opponent in the second fiscal quarter, Janelle Bynum speaks with the New York Times and Crooked Media about how she is poised to flip this seat Happy Valley, OR — In case you missed it, the <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/12/us/politics/biden-republicans-trump.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">New York Times</a> profiled State Representative Janelle Bynum, Democratic candidate for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District, in a recent piece highlighting how she is a “Democrat who could make history — and help her party win back the House.” New York Times spoke with <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/12/us/politics/biden-republicans-trump.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Leader Hakeem Jeffries</a> on her electability, with the Congressman noting “We viewed her as one of the strongest potential candidates in the nation to win a seat that could flip control of the United States Congress.” Bynum recently spoke with Jon Lovett on the ‘<a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/7dKE1nz98oYJ1PtBpoqPOc?si=ndTR0jXjQVi22OsiMy00eg&amp;nd=1&amp;dlsi=ec799d0b0dfa44d9" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Lovett Or Leave It</a>’ podcast where she discussed her unique career as an electrical engineer, small business owner, and state legislator and mom. She highlighted what’s at stake this election and how she’s focusing on the issues that matter most to Oregonians including reproductive rights, lowering costs, and comprehensive solutions to climate change. “We should be looking at the issues for what they are, not accepting the screens the Republicans are putting out,” Bynum said in the podcast. Bynum’s campaign has continued to gain momentum, building a widespread coalition of voters who believe in her vision of Oregon. She’s endorsed by In the second fiscal quarter, Bynum raised an impressive <a href="https://www.politico.com/newsletters/playbook/2024/07/08/crunch-time-for-jeffries-and-schumer-00166768" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">$1.5 million</a>, outraising Lori Chavez-DeRemer by over half a million dollars.&nbsp; About Janelle Bynum: Janelle Bynum is an accomplished Oregon state legislator with a proven track record of delivering results. As a small business owner, engineer, and mother of four, she has been a steadfast advocate for Oregon families. During her four terms in the state legislature, Janelle has worked across the aisle to protect reproductive rights, improve housing affordability, and strengthen Oregon's economy. In the 2023 legislative session, she led the push to pass the Oregon CHIPS Act, which will create thousands of good-paying jobs in the semiconductor industry, giving Oregon a competitive edge. Janelle Bynum is running to become the first Black person to ever represent Oregon on the federal level. Her candidacy has generated excitement among Democrats and her record of achievement, extensive coalition, and clear path to flipping this Biden +10 district offer a strong foundation for victory. Having already defeated Lori Chavez-DeRemer twice in previous races for the Oregon State House, Bynum is confident in her ability to do so again in 2024. This latest fundraising milestone underscores the robust support and enthusiasm for Janelle Bynum’s campaign. As the election approaches, her campaign remains focused on engaging with voters and building on this momentum to secure a decisive victory in November.______________________________________________________________________________New York Times: <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/12/us/politics/biden-republicans-trump.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">A Democrat who could make history — and help her party win back the House</a>Maggie Astor, July 12, 2024 Now, Bynum, the Democratic nominee in Oregon’s Fifth Congressional District, is trying to become the first Black person to represent her state in Congress. The district, which stretches from the suburbs of liberal Portland to the outdoorsy city of Bend, is exactly the kind of place Democrats think can help them win the House. It’s currently represented by a Republican, Representative Lori Chavez-DeRemer, who <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2022/11/13/us/politics/lori-chavez-deremer-oregon-house-flip.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">narrowly defeated a progressive Democrat</a> in 2022. It’s also where Biden beat Trump by about nine points in 2020. To reclaim the district, Democrats in Washington set their sights on Bynum. Hakeem Jeffries, the House minority leader, personally spoke with her and urged her to run — catching her at a time when, tired of tough statehouse races in a swing district, she was considering leaving politics altogether. As a lawmaker, Bynum has been a vocal supporter of police reform and of liberalizing drug laws, policy positions that Republicans are attacking her for. But her résumé and background stood out to national Democrats. She is a four-term state legislator, a former electrical engineer, a <a href="https://www.wweek.com/news/business/2020/12/02/whats-it-like-to-run-a-mcdonalds-during-a-pandemic-the-orders-get-larger/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">business owner</a> and a mother of four — and she has beaten Chavez-DeRemer before, twice, in tough elections for the State House. “We viewed her as one of the strongest potential candidates in the nation to win a seat that could flip control of the United States Congress,” Jeffries told me. [...] In an interview with me — her first with a national publication since winning the nomination — Bynum did not dwell on the fact that she would be Oregon’s first Black member of Congress. Instead, she cast her campaign largely as a way to help Democrats defend little-d democracy against Trump and his allies. “Everyone needs to sacrifice some level of their time, their energy, their commitment to investing in our democracy,” she said. Still, she noted that her mother was part of a segregated high-school graduating class and recalled the excitement with which her children’s classmates responded to seeing her photo in a voter guide. “Let’s acknowledge that, that I’m literally one generation away from segregation,” she said. “So that’s a thing. But more importantly, if we’re looking back, I think we should also look forward.” ###

After outraising her opponent in the second fiscal quarter, Janelle Bynum speaks with the New York Times and Crooked Media about how she is poised to flip this seat Happy Valley, OR — In case you missed it, the <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/12/us/politics/biden-republicans-trump.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">New York Times</a> profiled State Representative Janelle Bynum, Democratic candidate for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District, in a recent piece highlighting how she is a “Democrat who could make history — and help her party win back the House.”

ICYMI: JANELLE BYNUM HAS WHAT IT TAKES TO WIN OREGON’S 5TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Date: August 16, 2023 Contact: Emma Weir, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:Emma@NewDemActionFund.com">Emma@NewDemActionFund.com</a> State Representative Janelle Bynum is Running to Defeat GOP Incumbent Lori Chavez-DeRemer and Help Democrats Take Back the Majority in 2024WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the New Democrat Coalition Action Fund announced its endorsement of Oregon State Representative Janelle Bynum for Oregon’s Fifth Congressional District. As an engineer, state legislator, mother of four and successful small business owner who worked hard to put herself through school, Janelle knows and understands the challenges facing her constituents. In the Oregon State Legislature, Janelle has been a leader on the CHIPs legislation to encourage businesses to come to the state and has worked hard to pass bipartisan legislation and create economic opportunities for Oregonians. Janelle previously defeated the current GOP Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer in 2016 and 2018 races for the Oregon State House and is the candidate best positioned to defeat her again in the 2024 general election.&nbsp;“Janelle has the skills, experience, and track record necessary to flip this crucial seat in 2024,” said New Democrat Coalition Chair Annie Kuster. “That’s why NewDems are excited to endorse her for Oregon’s Fifth Congressional District. Janelle has a deep understanding of her community and has been on the frontlines working to tackle the issues facing Oregonians, including lowering health care costs, protecting fundamental freedoms, and ensuring families have the tools necessary to thrive in this economy.”&nbsp;&nbsp;“As a battleground member, I know firsthand what it takes to win a tough race. Janelle is the best candidate to turn this seat blue,” said NewDem Recruitment Co-Chair Pat Ryan. “I look forward to working with Janelle to flip this seat and deliver for Americans across the country.”"I’m thrilled to earn this endorsement from NewDem Action Fund,” said Janelle Bynum. “As a small business owner, engineer, and legislator, I’ve delivered for Oregon by bringing people together and finding common ground. I’ll do the same in Congress, building upon our work expanding health care access, supporting local economies from Oregon City to Bend and creating more housing. Together, we’ll flip this seat and the House by defeating Lori Chavez-DeRemer — just like I’ve done twice before."###The New Democrat Coalition counts more than forty percent of the House Democratic caucus as Members. The nearly 100 NewDems represent a central core of the Democratic Party and advocate within Congress, and the party as a whole, for innovative approaches and constructive solutions to move America forward. Formed by Members of the New Democrat Coalition, the NewDem Action Fund helps re-elect NewDems and elect new, like-minded leaders who can help develop a positive policy agenda and message.

State Representative Janelle Bynum is Running to Defeat GOP Incumbent Lori Chavez-DeRemer and Help Democrats Take Back the Majority in 2024

NewDem Action Fund Endorses Janelle Bynum for Oregon’s Fifth Congressional District

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DATE: August 2, 2024 CONTACT: Blakely Wall, <a href="mailto:press@janellebynum.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">press@janellebynum.com</a>&nbsp;Happy Valley, OR – Today, State Representative Janelle Bynum’s campaign for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District, is proud to announce the endorsement of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME), and their local chapter Oregon AFSCME Council 75. “I am proud to receive the endorsement of AFSCME. Our state, county, and municipal employees are the backbone of Oregon, and work tirelessly to make our community better,” said Bynum. “In Congress, I will continue to be a champion for workers, fighting for fair wages, strong worker protections, paid leave programs, and affordable and accessible healthcare.” “We are thrilled to endorse Janelle Bynum and help elect the next Congresswoman in Oregon’s 5th Congressional District. Bynum has a proven track record of standing up for workers in the state legislature and we trust her to go to Washington and continue her work as a true labor champion,” said Fred Yungbluth Jr., Oregon AFSCME President, Emergency Dispatcher. Janelle Bynum has been a champion for workers in Oregon, and recently received the <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/90069953/489328804/-1829365478?nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiMDQ4Yzk3Y2YtZDU1MC1lZjExLTk5MWEtNjA0NWJkZGJmYzRiIiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJibGFrZWx5QGphbmVsbGVieW51bS5jb20iDQp9&amp;hmac=uR1II4PqaKmf7Dre3bSIg8AO4K--wx8vMdqa6Jse93w=&amp;emci=782fc901-d550-ef11-991a-6045bddbfc4b&amp;emdi=048c97cf-d550-ef11-991a-6045bddbfc4b&amp;ceid=14434324" target="_blank" rel="noopener">endorsement of SEIU</a>. In the state legislature, Bynum was a consistent advocate for Oregon families, working to raise the minimum wage, expand paid family leave, address housing affordability and strengthen Oregon’s economy.&nbsp; Bynum’s momentum continues to build, creating a widespread coalition of voters who believe in her vision of Oregon. In the second fiscal quarter, Bynum raised an impressive $1.5 million, outraising Lori Chavez-DeRemer by over half a million dollars.###&nbsp;Janelle Bynum For Congress 10121 SE Sunnyside Road #300 Clackamas, OR 97015 United Statesyour press release text here.

Happy Valley, OR – Today, State Representative Janelle Bynum’s campaign for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District, is proud to announce the endorsement of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME), and their local chapter Oregon AFSCME Council 75.

AFSCME Endorses Janelle Bynum for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District&nbsp;

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Willamette Week

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DATE: Tuesday, October 15, 2024&nbsp; CONTACT: Blakely Wall, <a href="mailto:press@janellebynum.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">press@janellebynum.com</a>Happy Valley, OR — In a final debate against State Representative Janelle Bynum, Democratic candidate for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District, we learned that Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer has accepted the outcome of the 2020 election.Chavez-DeRemer has:&nbsp;- <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/95104617/505633916/-1838525184?nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiMzM3ZGI3NWYtNjY4Yi1lZjExLTg0NzMtMDAyMjQ4MzAyOWZhIiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=bQKpCiwXUtZZM-7qHatoLSI2kFdKayGhQpNAAc0x1hM=&amp;emci=7e40fe83-418b-ef11-8473-0022483029fa&amp;emdi=337db75f-668b-ef11-8473-0022483029fa&amp;ceid=29355297" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Struggled to give a clear answer</a> as to whether she thinks the 2020 election was legitimate.&nbsp;- <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/95104618/505633917/-1838525184?nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiMzM3ZGI3NWYtNjY4Yi1lZjExLTg0NzMtMDAyMjQ4MzAyOWZhIiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=bQKpCiwXUtZZM-7qHatoLSI2kFdKayGhQpNAAc0x1hM=&amp;emci=7e40fe83-418b-ef11-8473-0022483029fa&amp;emdi=337db75f-668b-ef11-8473-0022483029fa&amp;ceid=29355297" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Questioned the voting by mail</a> process.- <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/95104619/505633918/-803653937?v=oXU_zJdjgQU&amp;nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiMzM3ZGI3NWYtNjY4Yi1lZjExLTg0NzMtMDAyMjQ4MzAyOWZhIiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=bQKpCiwXUtZZM-7qHatoLSI2kFdKayGhQpNAAc0x1hM=&amp;emci=7e40fe83-418b-ef11-8473-0022483029fa&amp;emdi=337db75f-668b-ef11-8473-0022483029fa&amp;ceid=29355297" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Defended</a> the mob at the Capitol and <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/95104620/505633919/-907274507?s=20&amp;nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiMzM3ZGI3NWYtNjY4Yi1lZjExLTg0NzMtMDAyMjQ4MzAyOWZhIiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=bQKpCiwXUtZZM-7qHatoLSI2kFdKayGhQpNAAc0x1hM=&amp;emci=7e40fe83-418b-ef11-8473-0022483029fa&amp;emdi=337db75f-668b-ef11-8473-0022483029fa&amp;ceid=29355297" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">supported convicted felon Donald Trump.</a>&nbsp;Bynum is one generation away from segregation and understands what is at stake. In Congress, she will support efforts to shore up and protect our voting rights and invest in our election infrastructure.###

Happy Valley, OR — In a final debate against State Representative Janelle Bynum, Democratic candidate for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District, we learned that Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer has accepted the outcome of the 2020 election.

FACT CHECK: CHAVEZ-DEREMER’S ELECTION-DENYING RECORD

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DATE: Tuesday, October 8, 2024&nbsp; CONTACT: Blakely Wall, <a href="mailto:press@janellebynum.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">press@janellebynum.com</a>Happy Valley, OR — In a debate against State Representative Janelle Bynum, Democratic candidate for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District, Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer falsely claimed that Bynum is soft on crime, and supported the release of thousands of violent criminals from Oregon prisons.The truth about Bynum’s record on safety:- In the legislature, she worked on bipartisan legislation to recriminalize fentanyl and other dangerous drugs.&nbsp;- Bynum led both state and local officials in <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/94590607/504027014/-299800036?nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiYzk4MWJiNWMtZTc4NS1lZjExLTg0NzQtNjA0NWJkYThhYWU5IiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJibGFrZWx5QGphbmVsbGVieW51bS5jb20iDQp9&amp;hmac=lG_rVVQf207QZEBLA6YofHgMuajtHPErzD3Aks5-slM=&amp;emci=b8aead48-e585-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;emdi=c981bb5c-e785-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;ceid=14434324" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">addressing the fentanyl issue</a> among teens.- She also put together a <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/94590608/504027015/-992466483?nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiYzk4MWJiNWMtZTc4NS1lZjExLTg0NzQtNjA0NWJkYThhYWU5IiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJibGFrZWx5QGphbmVsbGVieW51bS5jb20iDQp9&amp;hmac=lG_rVVQf207QZEBLA6YofHgMuajtHPErzD3Aks5-slM=&amp;emci=b8aead48-e585-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;emdi=c981bb5c-e785-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;ceid=14434324" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">bipartisan police reform package</a> that was backed by the Oregon State Police, and other law enforcement groups.The truth about Chavez-DeRemer’s record on safety:- Chavez-DeRemer voted to <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/94590609/504027016/-309511294?nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiYzk4MWJiNWMtZTc4NS1lZjExLTg0NzQtNjA0NWJkYThhYWU5IiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJibGFrZWx5QGphbmVsbGVieW51bS5jb20iDQp9&amp;hmac=lG_rVVQf207QZEBLA6YofHgMuajtHPErzD3Aks5-slM=&amp;emci=b8aead48-e585-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;emdi=c981bb5c-e785-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;ceid=14434324" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">arbitrarily slash</a> nearly all government funding– including critical funding for law enforcement and public safety - by 30 percent. Supporting law enforcement includes funding them.&nbsp;Bynum continues to be a proven leader on this issue, bringing together both parties, law enforcement, and members of the community to ensure our communities are safe and secure, all while ensuring accountability.&nbsp;###

Happy Valley, OR — In a debate against State Representative Janelle Bynum, Democratic candidate for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District, Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer falsely claimed that Bynum is soft on crime, and supported the release of thousands of violent criminals from Oregon prisons.

FACT CHECK: JANELLE BYNUM SUPPORTS POLICING AND PUBLIC SAFETY

Education is our greatest equalizer — I know this firsthand as the daughter of public school teachers and mom of four children. Our education policies should focus on uplifting our students, and that includes increasing teacher pay, decreasing class sizes, and improving school resources and facilities.

IMPROVING ACCESS TO EDUCATION

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DATE: Monday, October 8, 2024 CONTACT: Blakely Wall, <a href="mailto:press@janellebynum.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">press@janellebynum.com</a>Bynum’s Q3 Haul is Highest Quarterly Fundraising Total Ever in State HistoryHappy Valley, OR — Today, the Janelle Bynum Campaign for Congress is proud to announce their third quarter fundraising haul of $3.4 million. This total is the highest amount ever raised in a single quarter by any campaign in Oregon's history—House or Senate. This impressive haul shows the strong grassroots support and enthusiasm for Janelle Bynum from Oregonians.“The Bynum campaign’s record-breaking fundraising haul cements the campaign’s momentum heading into the final stretch of this election,” said Blakely Wall, Campaign Manager for Bynum for Congress. “It’s abundantly clear that Oregonians are ready for a change in Washington, and Janelle Bynum is the leader who will deliver for this state. Janelle has the funds, momentum, and support to defeat Lori Chavez-DeRemer for a third time this November.”The campaign received nearly 36,000 individual donations and over 90% of contributions came from small-dollar donations, reflecting the grassroots nature of the campaign and a broad base of support.With a little over a month until election day, Bynum’s campaign continues to gain momentum. <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/94561977/503896792/1801935848?nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiZDAwZjZjMjItOTQ4NS1lZjExLTg0NzQtNjA0NWJkYThhYWU5IiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=piZgPEY-4ZdZLSu09gCtPYjHfIRlClVOOyL40AZrhEw=&amp;emci=fe52e59a-cc84-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;emdi=d00f6c22-9485-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;ceid=29355297" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Two</a> recent <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/94561978/503896793/-1568286999?nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiZDAwZjZjMjItOTQ4NS1lZjExLTg0NzQtNjA0NWJkYThhYWU5IiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=piZgPEY-4ZdZLSu09gCtPYjHfIRlClVOOyL40AZrhEw=&amp;emci=fe52e59a-cc84-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;emdi=d00f6c22-9485-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;ceid=29355297" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">polls</a> show Bynum leading Chavez-DeRemer by two points. The <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/94561979/503896794/-1568286999?nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiZDAwZjZjMjItOTQ4NS1lZjExLTg0NzQtNjA0NWJkYThhYWU5IiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=piZgPEY-4ZdZLSu09gCtPYjHfIRlClVOOyL40AZrhEw=&amp;emci=fe52e59a-cc84-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;emdi=d00f6c22-9485-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;ceid=29355297" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">latest poll</a> found Bynum leading with women voters and households with a union member. Recently, <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/94561980/503896795/-74852674?unlock=2NJQZZJESF9RJBBH&amp;nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiZDAwZjZjMjItOTQ4NS1lZjExLTg0NzQtNjA0NWJkYThhYWU5IiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=piZgPEY-4ZdZLSu09gCtPYjHfIRlClVOOyL40AZrhEw=&amp;emci=fe52e59a-cc84-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;emdi=d00f6c22-9485-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;ceid=29355297" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">National Journal</a> listed Oregon’s 5th Congressional District in the top 10 congressional races most likely to flip in 2024, jumping up 8 spots after State Rep. Janelle Bynum’s strong primary win “instantly making this seat a top offensive opportunity for the party.”###

Bynum’s Q3 Haul is Highest Quarterly Fundraising Total Ever in State History

JANELLE BYNUM CAMPAIGN RAISES $3.4 MILLION IN Q3, SHATTERS OREGON FUNDRAISING RECORD

EMBARGOED&nbsp; July 8, 2024 5:00 am ET Contact: Blakely Wall, <a href="mailto:press@janellebynum.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" style="color: var(--color-text)">press@janellebynum.com</a>With $1 million cash on hand, Janelle Bynum’s momentum continues to grow in the general election. Janelle has defeated Lori Chavez-DeRemer twice before, and is ready to do it a third timeHappy Valley, OR – In a powerful demonstration of support and momentum, State Representative Janelle Bynum, the Democratic nominee for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District, announced today that her campaign has raised an impressive $1.5 million in the second fiscal quarter. With $1 million cash on hand, Bynum’s campaign is strategically positioned for the critical months ahead as she challenges incumbent Lori Chavez-DeRemer. “Janelle Bynum’s momentum continues to grow, raising $1.5 million in Q2. After a 40 point victory in a competitive primary, Janelle is ready to fight for change in Oregon with an impressive $1 million cash on hand,” said Blakely Wall, Campaign Manager for Bynum for Congress. “This latest fundraising haul is more than just numbers, they represent the trust and hope that voters have placed in Janelle’s vision for Oregon’s future. Janelle will continue to share her message of standing up to extremists, like Lori Chavez-DeRemer, in Congress and creating actual solutions to the biggest issues facing Oregon.” Lori Chavez-DeRemer has spent her less than two years in Congress engulfed by the extremism that has taken hold of the Republican Party. She votes with Republicans at every turn, enabling the dangerous impulses of her far-right caucus. She has attempted to restrict reproductive rights at every turn, and voted for cuts to nearly every major federal resource that Oregonians rely on. Lori is focused more on her popularity with republicans in DC than delivering for Oregonians – a record that Janelle Bynum is ready to challenge head-on. About Janelle Bynum: Janelle Bynum is an accomplished Oregon state legislator with a proven track record of delivering results. As a small business owner, engineer, and mother of four, she has been a steadfast advocate for Oregon families. During her four terms in the state legislature, Janelle has worked across the aisle to protect reproductive rights, improve housing affordability, and strengthen Oregon's economy. In the 2023 legislative session, she led the push to pass the Oregon CHIPS Act, which will create thousands of good-paying jobs in the semiconductor industry, giving Oregon a competitive edge. Janelle Bynum is running to become the first Black person to ever represent Oregon on the federal level. Her candidacy has generated excitement among Democrats and her record of achievement, extensive coalition, and clear path to flipping this Biden +10 district offer a strong foundation for victory. Having already defeated Lori Chavez-DeRemer twice in previous races for the Oregon State House, Bynum is confident in her ability to do so again in 2024. This latest fundraising milestone underscores the robust support and enthusiasm for Janelle Bynum’s campaign. As the election approaches, her campaign remains focused on engaging with voters and building on this momentum to secure a decisive victory in November. ###

Happy Valley, OR – In a powerful demonstration of support and momentum, State Representative Janelle Bynum, the Democratic nominee for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District, announced today that her campaign has raised an impressive $1.5 million in the second fiscal quarter. With $1 million cash on hand, Bynum’s campaign is strategically positioned for the critical months ahead as she challenges incumbent Lori Chavez-DeRemer.

Janelle Bynum's Campaign Surges with $1.5 Million Raised in Q2, Poised to Unseat Extreme GOP Incumbent Lori Chavez-DeRemer

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DATE: Tuesday, October 10, 2024&nbsp; CONTACT: Blakely Wall, <a href="mailto:press@janellebynum.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">press@janellebynum.com</a>Happy Valley, OR —&nbsp; Tonight, State Representative Janelle Bynum, Democratic candidate for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District wins her second debate against Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer.&nbsp;“As voters heard tonight, Janelle Bynum is a proven leader and the only candidate on the stage who will go to Washington to deliver for Oregonians.” said Bynum for Congress Campaign Manager, Blakely Wall. “Voters heard directly from Bynum about her bipartisan track record of success, her vision for Oregonians, and why she is the best choice to flip Oregon’s fifth district from red to blue. Janelle is ready to defeat Lori Chavez-DeRemer again, this November.”The final televised debate will take place on October 15, 2024 through the Central Oregon Daily.&nbsp;Bynum’s campaign raised <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/94772184/504522308/2031743205?nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiYzBjODZmMzQtNzc4Ny1lZjExLTg0NzQtNjA0NWJkYThhYWU5IiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=gG_gvAjBKhPEgDM7TSpoMsIxDfOYe6n2ttomFvJg-bc=&amp;emci=3aaa0383-3087-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;emdi=c0c86f34-7787-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;ceid=29355297" target="_blank" rel="noopener">$3.4 million in Q3. </a>The total is the highest quarterly fundraising total in state history - House or Senate. <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/94772185/504522309/1801935848?emci=fe52e59a-cc84-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;emdi=d00f6c22-9485-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;ceid=29355297&amp;nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiYzBjODZmMzQtNzc4Ny1lZjExLTg0NzQtNjA0NWJkYThhYWU5IiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=gG_gvAjBKhPEgDM7TSpoMsIxDfOYe6n2ttomFvJg-bc=" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Two </a>recent <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/94772186/504522310/-1568286999?emci=fe52e59a-cc84-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;emdi=d00f6c22-9485-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;ceid=29355297&amp;nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiYzBjODZmMzQtNzc4Ny1lZjExLTg0NzQtNjA0NWJkYThhYWU5IiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=gG_gvAjBKhPEgDM7TSpoMsIxDfOYe6n2ttomFvJg-bc=" target="_blank" rel="noopener">polls</a> show Bynum leading Chavez-DeRemer by two points. The <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/94772188/504522312/-1568286999?emci=fe52e59a-cc84-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;emdi=d00f6c22-9485-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;ceid=29355297&amp;nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiYzBjODZmMzQtNzc4Ny1lZjExLTg0NzQtNjA0NWJkYThhYWU5IiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=gG_gvAjBKhPEgDM7TSpoMsIxDfOYe6n2ttomFvJg-bc=" target="_blank" rel="noopener">latest poll</a> found Bynum leading with women voters and households with a union member. Recently, <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/94772189/504522313/-74852674?unlock=2NJQZZJESF9RJBBH&amp;nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiYzBjODZmMzQtNzc4Ny1lZjExLTg0NzQtNjA0NWJkYThhYWU5IiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=gG_gvAjBKhPEgDM7TSpoMsIxDfOYe6n2ttomFvJg-bc=&amp;emci=3aaa0383-3087-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;emdi=c0c86f34-7787-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;ceid=29355297" target="_blank" rel="noopener">National Journal</a> listed Oregon’s 5th Congressional District in the top 10 congressional races most likely to flip in 2024, jumping up 8 spots after State Rep. Janelle Bynum’s strong primary win “instantly making this seat a top offensive opportunity for the party.”###

Happy Valley, OR —&nbsp; Tonight, State Representative Janelle Bynum, Democratic candidate for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District wins her second debate against Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer.&nbsp;

JANELLE BYNUM WINS SECOND DEBATE AGAINST LORI CHAVEZ-DEREMER

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 30, 2023 CONTACT: Blakely Wall <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:press@janellebynum.com">press@janellebynum.com</a>&nbsp; Happy Valley, OR — Today, upon Congress avoiding a government shutdown, State Rep. and Democratic congressional candidate Janelle Bynum released the following statement:“Today, Congress was able to avert a government shutdown because Democrats stood firm against Republicans’ extreme agenda. But Lori Chavez-DeRemer and her colleagues brought us to a precipice we never should have faced in the first place — jeopardizing veterans, law enforcement officers, women, children, seniors, and hard-working Oregonians.&nbsp;“Republican extremists in Congress should be ashamed of themselves. They’ve made their priorities loud and clear — that politics and power are more important to them than American people.&nbsp;“My ethos has never changed. As a legislator, when we need to make difficult decisions, I’ll always set aside differences to work with my colleagues and deliver for my community. Leadership should never be about pleasing party bosses and side shows.“Oregon deserves better than Lori Chavez-DeRemer, and I’m committed to providing just that.”While Bynum has been <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.portlandtribune.com/opinion/opinion-teachers-tacos-and-good-governance-government-shutdown-lessons-from-oregon/article_1660fd34-5e0e-11ee-a933-73fd14cbb677.html">calling for bipartisanship and pragmatic leadership</a> in the face of Republican dysfunction, Chavez-DeRemer <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://clerk.house.gov/Votes/2023511?Page=2">voted in favor of a bill</a> that would have slashed funding for the FBI and the DEA, critical infrastructure projects, health clinics, wildfire prevention, and many more critical resources in Oregon.&nbsp;##

Happy Valley, OR — Today, upon Congress avoiding a government shutdown, State Rep. and Democratic congressional candidate Janelle Bynum released the following statement:

Janelle Bynum Statement on Congress Averting a Government Shutdown

January 29, 2024 CONTACT: Blakely Wall, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="mailto:press@janellebynum.com">press@janellebynum.com&nbsp;</a>Bynum will flip OR-05 blue and help take back the House majorityToday, the DCCC announced that Janelle Bynum has been added to the first round of its highly competitive ‘Red to Blue’ program, signaling that the DCCC is invested in providing Bynum, a top-tier candidate, with the support needed to continue building a winning campaign as she runs for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District.&nbsp; "As a working mom of four, a businesswoman, and a long-time champion for Oregon families in the State House, Janelle Bynum has spent years standing up for others and paying opportunity forward. She’s the right leader for this moment, and the right candidate to replace Lori Chavez-DeRemer and her extreme track record in DC," said DCCC Chair Rep. Suzan DelBene.&nbsp; Janelle Bynum is an Oregon state legislator with a proven track record of delivering results. A small business owner, engineer, and mom of four, Janelle has been a consistent champion for Oregon families and is ready to represent the communities of the 5th District in Congress. During her four terms in the state legislature, Janelle has worked with her colleagues across the aisle to protect reproductive rights, address housing affordability, and strengthen Oregon's local economy. This past legislative session, Janelle led the push in the Oregon House to pass the Oregon CHIPS Act, which will give Oregon a competitive edge and help bring thousands of good jobs in the semiconductor industry to the state.&nbsp; In previous races for the Oregon State House, Janelle has twice beaten the incumbent, Lori Chavez-DeRemer – and she’ll do it again in 2024. Red to Blue is a highly competitive and battle-tested DCCC program that arms top-tier candidates with organizational and fundraising support to help them continue building winning campaigns. Additionally, through Red to Blue the DCCC provides strategic guidance, staff resources, candidate trainings, and more.###

Bynum will flip OR-05 blue and help take back the House majority Today, the DCCC announced that Janelle Bynum has been added to the first round of its highly competitive ‘Red to Blue’ program, signaling that the DCCC is invested in providing Bynum, a top-tier candidate, with the support needed to continue building a winning campaign as she runs for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District.&nbsp;

Janelle Bynum Added to DCCC’s Coveted ‘Red to Blue’ Program

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DATE: Tuesday, October 14, 2024&nbsp; CONTACT: Blakely Wall, <a href="mailto:press@janellebynum.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">press@janellebynum.com</a>Happy Valley, OR — State Representative Janelle Bynum, Democratic candidate for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District won her recent debates against Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer. Bynum highlighted how she will fight for OR-05, Chavez-DeRemer’s record of blocking protections for Social Security, and the importance of protecting reproductive freedom.&nbsp;<a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/94966260/505155625/-803653937?v=oDaWdlUPESo&amp;nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiN2Q3MmZhZDYtMjM4YS1lZjExLTg0NzQtNjA0NWJkYThhYWU5IiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=pDRtUxzDy_gXxLLDOYoqNn8byF9uvFiTlJzDu_nNMAg=&amp;emci=1e12bf65-fa87-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;emdi=7d72fad6-238a-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;ceid=29355297" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Fighting for OR-05</a><span class="image video image-center" data-embed="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/94966260/505155625/-803653937?v=oDaWdlUPESo&amp;nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiN2Q3MmZhZDYtMjM4YS1lZjExLTg0NzQtNjA0NWJkYThhYWU5IiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=pDRtUxzDy_gXxLLDOYoqNn8byF9uvFiTlJzDu_nNMAg=&amp;emci=1e12bf65-fa87-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;emdi=7d72fad6-238a-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;ceid=29355297" style="width: 100%;"><img imageurl="https://run.imgix.net/4c2cbb19-d2cb-4807-9117-98006069fc98/075ba574-72e0-493f-aa0b-1d7004caf5e2/075ba574-72e0-493f-aa0b-1d7004caf5e2.png?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=0%2C0%2C780%2C435&amp;w=1500" embedcode="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/94966260/505155625/-803653937?v=oDaWdlUPESo&amp;nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiN2Q3MmZhZDYtMjM4YS1lZjExLTg0NzQtNjA0NWJkYThhYWU5IiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=pDRtUxzDy_gXxLLDOYoqNn8byF9uvFiTlJzDu_nNMAg=&amp;emci=1e12bf65-fa87-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;emdi=7d72fad6-238a-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;ceid=29355297" align="center" alignwidth="50" src="https://run.imgix.net/4c2cbb19-d2cb-4807-9117-98006069fc98/075ba574-72e0-493f-aa0b-1d7004caf5e2/075ba574-72e0-493f-aa0b-1d7004caf5e2.png?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=0%2C0%2C780%2C435&amp;w=1500" data-embed="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/94966260/505155625/-803653937?v=oDaWdlUPESo&amp;nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiN2Q3MmZhZDYtMjM4YS1lZjExLTg0NzQtNjA0NWJkYThhYWU5IiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=pDRtUxzDy_gXxLLDOYoqNn8byF9uvFiTlJzDu_nNMAg=&amp;emci=1e12bf65-fa87-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;emdi=7d72fad6-238a-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;ceid=29355297"><span class="video-button-placeholder" data-embed="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/94966260/505155625/-803653937?v=oDaWdlUPESo&amp;nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiN2Q3MmZhZDYtMjM4YS1lZjExLTg0NzQtNjA0NWJkYThhYWU5IiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=pDRtUxzDy_gXxLLDOYoqNn8byF9uvFiTlJzDu_nNMAg=&amp;emci=1e12bf65-fa87-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;emdi=7d72fad6-238a-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;ceid=29355297">Janelle Bynum is a mom of four, a state representative, an engineer, and a small business owner, and is running for Congress because Washington isn’t working for families here in Oregon. Janelle Bynum is a champion, who will fight for the values and solutions Oregonians need in Congress - she’s ready to get to work.“I’m running because Washington isn’t working for Oregon families,” said Bynum. “What is important to remember in this race is that I am a work horse. I am a champion of the people. I will stand with working families, time and time again…I will roll my sleeves up, and I am ready to get to work.”<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Acm79VOaeD4" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Social Security</a><img imageurl="https://run.imgix.net/4c2cbb19-d2cb-4807-9117-98006069fc98/fdb25b01-5bc1-4533-a928-76d60255c791/fdb25b01-5bc1-4533-a928-76d60255c791.png?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=0%2C0%2C780%2C436&amp;w=1500" embedcode="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Acm79VOaeD4" align="center" alignwidth="50" src="https://run.imgix.net/4c2cbb19-d2cb-4807-9117-98006069fc98/fdb25b01-5bc1-4533-a928-76d60255c791/fdb25b01-5bc1-4533-a928-76d60255c791.png?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=0%2C0%2C780%2C436&amp;w=1500" data-embed="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Acm79VOaeD4">Chavez-DeRemer voted at least 26 times to block consideration of protections for Social Security and Medicare. <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/94966263/505155628/40700987?nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiN2Q3MmZhZDYtMjM4YS1lZjExLTg0NzQtNjA0NWJkYThhYWU5IiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=pDRtUxzDy_gXxLLDOYoqNn8byF9uvFiTlJzDu_nNMAg=&amp;emci=1e12bf65-fa87-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;emdi=7d72fad6-238a-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;ceid=29355297" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Read the full voting record here.</a> Janelle Bynum will fight to protect these hard-earned benefits so that our seniors can retire with dignity.That’s why the National Committee to Preserve Social Security and Medicare (NCPSSM), Alliance for Retired Americans, and Social Security Works PAC have all endorsed Bynum.<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u2erpIJjp78" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Abortion</a><img imageurl="https://run.imgix.net/4c2cbb19-d2cb-4807-9117-98006069fc98/9689dd4f-d0bc-4754-917c-b182d2ae78d8/9689dd4f-d0bc-4754-917c-b182d2ae78d8.png?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=0%2C0%2C780%2C436&amp;w=1500" embedcode="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u2erpIJjp78" align="center" alignwidth="50" src="https://run.imgix.net/4c2cbb19-d2cb-4807-9117-98006069fc98/9689dd4f-d0bc-4754-917c-b182d2ae78d8/9689dd4f-d0bc-4754-917c-b182d2ae78d8.png?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=0%2C0%2C780%2C436&amp;w=1500" data-embed="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u2erpIJjp78">Janelle Bynum’s commitment to protecting reproductive freedom is unwavering. Before Roe v. Wade was overturned, Bynum protected reproductive rights in Oregon. Chavez-DeRemer denies supporting the heartbeat bill but, in Congress she supported a <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/94966266/505155719/-803653937?v=Acm79VOaeD4&amp;nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiN2Q3MmZhZDYtMjM4YS1lZjExLTg0NzQtNjA0NWJkYThhYWU5IiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=pDRtUxzDy_gXxLLDOYoqNn8byF9uvFiTlJzDu_nNMAg=&amp;emci=1e12bf65-fa87-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;emdi=7d72fad6-238a-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;ceid=29355297" target="_blank" rel="noopener">national ban on abortion</a> that would override Oregon’s own laws and <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/94966267/505155721/-1311481602?q=%7B%22&amp;nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiN2Q3MmZhZDYtMjM4YS1lZjExLTg0NzQtNjA0NWJkYThhYWU5IiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=pDRtUxzDy_gXxLLDOYoqNn8byF9uvFiTlJzDu_nNMAg=&amp;emci=1e12bf65-fa87-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;emdi=7d72fad6-238a-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;ceid=29355297" target="_blank" rel="noopener">criminalize doctors.</a>“I’ve stood up for reproductive rights, full stop. I’m not mealy-mouthed about making sure that we protect Roe. I’m not mealy-mouthed about making sure that we protect birth control and IVF. I’m not mealy-mouthed about making sure that we stand up for full reproductive rights in this country…,” said Bynum. “You either support women and women's health across this county, or you don’t.”Bynum’s campaign raised <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/94966268/505155723/2031743205?nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiN2Q3MmZhZDYtMjM4YS1lZjExLTg0NzQtNjA0NWJkYThhYWU5IiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=pDRtUxzDy_gXxLLDOYoqNn8byF9uvFiTlJzDu_nNMAg=&amp;emci=1e12bf65-fa87-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;emdi=7d72fad6-238a-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;ceid=29355297" target="_blank" rel="noopener">$3.4 million in Q3.</a> The total is the highest quarterly fundraising total in state history - House or Senate. <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/94966269/505155726/1801935848?emci=fe52e59a-cc84-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;emdi=d00f6c22-9485-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;ceid=29355297&amp;nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiN2Q3MmZhZDYtMjM4YS1lZjExLTg0NzQtNjA0NWJkYThhYWU5IiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=pDRtUxzDy_gXxLLDOYoqNn8byF9uvFiTlJzDu_nNMAg=" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Two</a> recent <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/94966270/505155741/-1568286999?emci=fe52e59a-cc84-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;emdi=d00f6c22-9485-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;ceid=29355297&amp;nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiN2Q3MmZhZDYtMjM4YS1lZjExLTg0NzQtNjA0NWJkYThhYWU5IiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=pDRtUxzDy_gXxLLDOYoqNn8byF9uvFiTlJzDu_nNMAg=" target="_blank" rel="noopener">polls</a> show Bynum leading Chavez-DeRemer by two points. The <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/94966271/505155757/-1568286999?emci=fe52e59a-cc84-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;emdi=d00f6c22-9485-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;ceid=29355297&amp;nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiN2Q3MmZhZDYtMjM4YS1lZjExLTg0NzQtNjA0NWJkYThhYWU5IiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=pDRtUxzDy_gXxLLDOYoqNn8byF9uvFiTlJzDu_nNMAg=" target="_blank" rel="noopener">latest poll</a> found Bynum leading with women voters and households with a union member. Recently, <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/94966272/505155759/-74852674?unlock=2NJQZZJESF9RJBBH&amp;nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiN2Q3MmZhZDYtMjM4YS1lZjExLTg0NzQtNjA0NWJkYThhYWU5IiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=pDRtUxzDy_gXxLLDOYoqNn8byF9uvFiTlJzDu_nNMAg=&amp;emci=1e12bf65-fa87-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;emdi=7d72fad6-238a-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;ceid=29355297" target="_blank" rel="noopener">National Journal</a> listed Oregon’s 5th Congressional District in the top 10 congressional races most likely to flip in 2024, jumping up 8 spots after State Rep. Janelle Bynum’s strong primary win “instantly making this seat a top offensive opportunity for the party.”###

Happy Valley, OR — State Representative Janelle Bynum, Democratic candidate for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District won her recent debates against Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer. Bynum highlighted how she will fight for OR-05, Chavez-DeRemer’s record of blocking protections for Social Security, and the importance of protecting reproductive freedom.&nbsp;

ICYMI: JANELLE BYNUM WILL FIGHT FOR OREGONIANS, PROTECT SOCIAL SECURITY, AND ABORTION

As a mom, I want our daughters and sons to have the same rights, but Republican extremists like Lori Chavez-DeRemer think politicians should be able to make health care decisions for women. They won’t stop until they pass a national abortion ban. I’m running to defend reproductive rights and codify Roe v. Wade at the federal level.

PROTECTING OUR RIGHTS AND FREEDOMS

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 2, 2023 CONTACT: Blakely Wall, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="mailto:press@janellebynum.com">press@janellebynum.com&nbsp;</a>HAPPY VALLEY, OR — Today, state Rep. and Democratic congressional candidate Janelle Bynum released the following statement on the ongoing teachers’ strike: “As the daughter of public school teachers, I know firsthand the sacrifices our educators make to transform our children’s lives. As a mom to four children, one of whom has special needs, I understand what it means to have a teacher who is doing everything they can while not receiving the support they need. That is unacceptable to me. Teachers do some of the most critical work in this state, and when they speak up, our leaders should listen.&nbsp; That’s why I met with teachers yesterday to learn more about the impact large class sizes, overwhelming workloads, and skyrocketing costs are having on their ability to address the individual needs of each student. To make matters worse, the educators I met with tell me they are still helping students recover from the loss of classroom time during the pandemic.&nbsp;I’ll work towards these values not just as a legislator, but as a daughter of teachers, a parent, and as a working mom who understands the challenges parents face when schools are closed and our dreams for them get a little bit harder to realize. It is only by bringing these kinds of shared experiences to the table that parties can bargain in good faith, ensuring our teachers and students have the resources they need to truly meet the opportunity our public schools promise.”###

HAPPY VALLEY, OR — Today, state Rep. and Democratic congressional candidate Janelle Bynum released the following statement on the ongoing teachers’ strike...

Janelle Bynum Statement on Portland Association of Teachers Strike

<h4>State Representative Janelle Bynum released the following statement upon receiving EMILYs List's endorsement:</h4>“I’m thrilled to be endorsed by EMILYs List, the nation’s largest resource for women in politics. As a woman who is outraged that girls throughout the country have fewer rights than I did for most of my life and a mom who wants my daughters to have the same rights as my sons, I know firsthand our community deserves a congresswoman who will protect abortion access and fight for our freedoms. As Lori Chavez-DeRemer continues to side with her extremist colleagues and abandon Oregon’s values, we are putting the coalition together to flip this seat and elect a pro-choice majority to Congress.”FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 29, 2024 CONTACT: Blakely Wall, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="mailto:press@janellebynum.com">press@janellebynum.com&nbsp;</a>WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today EMILYs List, the nation’s largest resource for women in politics, endorsed state Rep. Janelle Bynum for election to Oregon’s 5th Congressional District. EMILYs List Interim President Jessica Mackler released the following statement: “EMILYs List is thrilled to endorse state Rep. Janelle Bynum today because we know that Oregon’s 5th Congressional District deserves thoughtful leadership; and Bynum is that champion who can build upon her record of success. In Congress, Bynum will stand up to the Republican efforts to ban abortion across the country, and she’ll fight to make sure that Oregonians and all Americans have access to critical reproductive health care. We look forward to supporting Bynum as she flips this seat from red to blue and defeats Lori Chavez-DeRemer a third time, ensuring that a pro-choice majority takes back the U.S. House.” State Rep. Janelle Bynum is currently serving her fourth term representing Oregon’s state House District 39. In the state Legislature, she has been instrumental in passing legislation that invests in mental health care, expands youth voter engagement, and supports women of color in the workplace. Bynum also serves as a senior Member of the House Judiciary Committee and a Chairwoman of the House Committee on Small Business/Economic Development, where she sponsored a new law to bring semiconductor manufacturers to the state. The daughter of teachers and a mother of four, Bynum lives with her husband in Happy Valley, Oregon, where she runs four restaurants and provides mentorship and educational scholarships to employees. Bynum was endorsed by EMILYs List in 2018 and 2020, and is ready to take her fighting spirit to Congress to deliver results for Oregonians. &nbsp; EMILYs List, the nation’s largest resource for women in politics, works to elect Democratic pro-choice women up and down the ballot and across the country with a goal of fighting for our rights and our communities. Our work is centered around a fundamental vision: Run. Win. Change the World. EMILYs List has raised $850 million in service to that vision and has helped Democratic women win competitive elections by recruiting and training candidates, supporting and helping build strong campaigns, researching the issues that impact women and families, running one of the largest independent expenditure operations for Democrats, and turning out women voters to the polls. Since our founding in 1985, we have helped elect the country’s first woman as vice president, 175 women to the House, 26 to the Senate, 20 governors, and over 1,500 women to state and local office. More than 40% of the candidates EMILYs List has helped elect to Congress have been women of color. Visit <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.emilyslist.org/">www.emilyslist.org</a> for more information.###

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today EMILYs List, the nation’s largest resource for women in politics, endorsed state Rep. Janelle Bynum for election to Oregon’s 5th Congressional District. EMILYs List Interim President Jessica Mackler released the following statement:

EMILYs List Endorses Janelle Bynum for Election to Oregon’s 5th Congressional District

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DATE: Tuesday, October 29, 2024&nbsp; CONTACT: Blakely Wall, <a href="mailto:press@janellebynum.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">press@janellebynum.com</a>&nbsp;Happy Valley, OR — State Representative Janelle Bynum, Democratic candidate for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District continues to out-fundraise and out-organize her opponent, Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer.On the heels of their record-breaking Q3 fundraising haul, the Bynum for Congress campaign continues to tout impressive campaigning and fundraising numbers:<ul><li>Participated and won 3 debates</li><li>Knocked over 146,000 doors</li><li>Made over 397,500 phone calls</li><li>Over 3,800 volunteer shifts</li><li>More than 100,069 individual contributions&nbsp;</li></ul>As each campaign discloses its fundraising totals every 48 hours, the Bynum for Congress campaign continues to handily out-fundraise Chavez-DeRemer.&nbsp;With less than three weeks until election day, Bynum’s campaign continues to gain momentum. <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/96111643/508957585/1801935848?emci=fe52e59a-cc84-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;emdi=d00f6c22-9485-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;ceid=29355297&amp;nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiMDcyMjMwOTAtNTU5Ni1lZjExLTg4Y2UtMDAwZDNhOThmYTZiIiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=rN2BvXgzo2ZTtyHF0dAnR4R_GLP13lI6j4Ocxv0-Hl8=" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Two</a> recent <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/96111644/508957586/-1568286999?emci=fe52e59a-cc84-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;emdi=d00f6c22-9485-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;ceid=29355297&amp;nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiMDcyMjMwOTAtNTU5Ni1lZjExLTg4Y2UtMDAwZDNhOThmYTZiIiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=rN2BvXgzo2ZTtyHF0dAnR4R_GLP13lI6j4Ocxv0-Hl8=" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">polls</a> show Bynum leading Chavez-DeRemer by two points. The <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/96111645/508957587/-1568286999?emci=fe52e59a-cc84-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;emdi=d00f6c22-9485-ef11-8474-6045bda8aae9&amp;ceid=29355297&amp;nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiMDcyMjMwOTAtNTU5Ni1lZjExLTg4Y2UtMDAwZDNhOThmYTZiIiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=rN2BvXgzo2ZTtyHF0dAnR4R_GLP13lI6j4Ocxv0-Hl8=" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">latest poll</a> found Bynum leading with women voters and households with a union member. Recently, <a href="https://click.ngpvan.com/k/96111646/508957588/-74852674?unlock=2NJQZZJESF9RJBBH&amp;nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9OR1AvTkdQNTkvMS8xMDY3MjEiLA0KICAiRGlzdHJpYnV0aW9uVW5pcXVlSWQiOiAiMDcyMjMwOTAtNTU5Ni1lZjExLTg4Y2UtMDAwZDNhOThmYTZiIiwNCiAgIkVtYWlsQWRkcmVzcyI6ICJwcmVzc0BqYW5lbGxlYnludW0uY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&amp;hmac=rN2BvXgzo2ZTtyHF0dAnR4R_GLP13lI6j4Ocxv0-Hl8=&amp;emci=f1c59cac-5496-ef11-88ce-000d3a98fa6b&amp;emdi=07223090-5596-ef11-88ce-000d3a98fa6b&amp;ceid=29355297" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">National Journal</a> listed Oregon’s 5th Congressional District in the top 10 congressional races most likely to flip in 2024, jumping up 8 spots after State Rep. Janelle Bynum’s strong primary win “instantly making this seat a top offensive opportunity for the party.”###

Happy Valley, OR — State Representative Janelle Bynum, Democratic candidate for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District continues to out-fundraise and out-organize her opponent, Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer.

Janelle Bynum Leads OR-05: By The Numbers

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DATE: June 17, 2024Contact: <a href="mailto:press@janellebynum.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">press@janellebynum.com</a>Happy Valley, OR – Today, State Rep. Janelle Bynum, the Democratic nominee for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District, is challenging Lori Chavez-DeRemer to three debates across the district this fall – one televised debate hosted by a station in the Portland media market, one televised debate hosted by a station in the Bend media market, and one multimedia debate live streamed and co-hosted by one or multiple organizations, in conjunction with a print and/or radio outlet, at a time and venue to be determined.“Families all across the 5th district are telling me how concerned they are about Lori Chavez-DeRemer’s extreme MAGA positions, and as an elected official, it’s her obligation to explain herself to the voters,” said Rep. Janelle Bynum. “Lori: you owe Oregon voters an answer about why you’re backing convicted felon Donald Trump and why you’ve spent your tenure in Congress enabling his extreme anti-woman, anti-justice, and anti-democracy vision for America. The least you could do is justify your record directly to Oregonians on stage with me. Will you honor your oath of office and show Oregonians the choice on their hands, or will you hide from the decisions you’ve made in DC?”The Bynum for Congress campaign will accept proposals for debates submitted by July 15, 2024. Accepted proposals will be notified by August 15, 2024. We encourage those that wish to host a debate to partner with other community organizations and media to ensure fair representation of our district.If Lori Chavez-DeRemer refuses to agree to or attempts to dodge any of the accepted debates, we will move forward with scheduling the events out of fairness to the voters of Oregon’s 5th Congressional District – and require that an empty podium with a placard with the congresswoman’s name stand in her place.To qualify for consideration, debate proposals must:<ul><li>Propose a date for the debate to occur between September 9th and October 15th, 2024.</li><li>Propose debate parameters, including but not limited to: opening/closing statements, Q+A format, rebuttal rules, and an audience question section if applicable, etc.</li><li>For debate proposals hosted by a local TV station: Include confirmed moderators, and detail whether your debate will be a) livestreamed or pre-taped and b) include or exclude a live audience.</li><li>For debate proposals not hosted by a local TV station: Include a media partner with confirmed interest, a plan for online streaming to ensure that every voter has the opportunity to participate, confirmed moderators, and a plan for distributing audience tickets and soliciting audience questions.</li></ul>Debates proposals can be submitted to <a href="mailto:press@janellebynum.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">press@janellebynum.com</a>###

Happy Valley, OR – Today, State Rep. Janelle Bynum, the Democratic nominee for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District, is challenging Lori Chavez-DeRemer to three debates across the district this fall – one televised debate hosted by a station in the Portland media market, one televised debate hosted by a station in the Bend media market, and one multimedia debate live streamed and co-hosted by one or multiple organizations, in conjunction with a print and/or radio outlet, at a time and venue to be determined.