Governor Ted Kulongoski www.tedforgov.com

 Nation-wide there are 38 gubernatorial races in 2006. Twenty-two of the seats up for election are held by Republicans and 16 by Democrats. The Oregon Governors race has been coined as “Toss-up as campaign begins.” In a year when Democrats are considered in a good position to take control of more than half the nation's governorships, one of their worries lies in Oregon.  Governor Ted Kulongoski took office in January 2003, and has successfully tackled many issues facing Oregon, including a $3 billion deficit in the state budget and an economic recession. In his first term Governor Kulongoski, a former U.S. Marine, has brought Oregonians together to solve some of the state's most difficult issues. He has strengthened protections from fraud and abuse for older citizens, raised the minimum wage, strengthened worker safety laws, worked to preserve Oregon’s natural beauty, and ensured that the state’s children are well-educated, healthy and safe.  

Governor Ted R. Kulongoski was born in rural Missouri on November 5, 1940, and grew up in St. Louis in a Catholic boys’ home. After high school, Ted enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps. He served in the 11th and 12th Marine Regiments as a forward observer with the artillery. Following a tour of duty overseas, Ted came home to build a life rooted in hard work, public service and family. Ted has served in all three branches Ted’s service on the Court of government. Every challenge Oregon faces, Ted has worked to solve as a legislator, executive and judge.

Paul Evans www.paulevans2006.com

Paul is running for the 10th Congressional District in Oregon for the seat of State Senator. 

Paul is a major in the Oregon Air National Guard.  Two AEFs to Iraq (2003/2005).  Over thirteen years in uniform overall (1992-1997 USAF; 1997-2001 ORANG; 2001-present USAF/ORANG).  He was the Mayor of Monmouth, OR from 1999-2002 (he had an involuntary 24 month call-up of his unit forcing him to leave office).  From 1989-1992 Paul was the youngest elected official in the State of Oregon. Educational/occupational background includes a MAIS from Oregon State University and a BS from Western Oregon University.  He teaches speech communications as an adjunct professor as well as work as a community education liaison for the local school district.  From 2001-2005 served as active duty and rotational active duty on homeland security missions as well as OPERATION IRAQI FREEDOM.   

From personal contact with Paul he states the reasons why he’s running.  “I am running, and the importance of this campaign.  However, the bottom line is this: I have defended my community abroad, I want to defend it at home.  Oregon needs leadership that has been tested by experience and I believe that this is the year for veterans to stand up for what we believe in.  I have sponsored the "Pioneer Compact" which is on the website http://www.paulevans2006.com/pioneercompact.html it is a philosophical approach to principle-centered leadership: guaranteed opportunity, a safe environment, protecting our basic rights, and promoting the future while providing in the present."

Lee Coleman www.friendsofleecoleman.org 

Lee was at every MeetUp for Clark04, always willing to do what he could.  Lee served in the US Air Force during the Korean War.