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Oregon Republicans could pick governor nominee by slim margin, due to bumper crop of candidates

Oregon Republican voters will see more viable candidates on their ballots this May than in any primary going back at least three decades. That could mean the winning nominee heads into the general election with a slim minority of the party’s backing. Roughly half a dozen contenders likely have a shot at winning the GOP nomination, based on factors including fundraising, name recognition and history of grassroots connections. In total, 21 candidates have filed.

Candidates include, in top row from left, businesswoman Jessica Gomez, Sandy Mayor Stan Pulliam, former House Republican Leader Christine Drazan and Baker City Mayor Kerry McQuisten; and lower row from left, political consultant Bridget Barton, Salem oncologist Bud Pierce, former Rep. Bob Tiernan; and former Alsea Superintendent Mark Thielman.
Candidates include, in top row from left, businesswoman Jessica Gomez, Sandy Mayor Stan Pulliam, former House Republican Leader Christine Drazan and Baker City Mayor Kerry McQuisten; and lower row from left, political consultant Bridget Barton, Salem oncologist Bud Pierce, former Rep. Bob Tiernan; and former Alsea Superintendent Mark Thielman.
Copyright 2025 Kerry McQuisten.
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