The Oregonian - Editorial endorsement November 2024: Maxine Dexter for 3rd Congressional District
Published: September 20, 2024 | By: The Oregonian Editorial Board
With three times as many registered Democrats as Republicans in the 3rd Congressional District, the main contest for who would replace longtime Rep. Earl Blumenauer as its representative was largely fought in the Democratic primary last May. Oregon legislator and physician Maxine Dexter easily locked up the nomination and will most likely win the general election in this Portland-dominated district.
But even those who aren’t Democrats, should feel confident Dexter, 51, will champion the needs of constituents across the district, which covers most of Portland, parts of Clackamas County and all of Hood River County. As someone who grew up in a working-class family and sees the fallout of poor health care and rising housing costs on her patients, Dexter is committed to addressing such universal worries with the same work ethic that powered her efforts in Salem. Her record and priorities show voters why she’s the right pick for the district.
