January 2008 newsletter

Secretary of States candidataes forum, West Salem Dec. 13 On December 13, Polk County Democrats made use of cable access TV to link its monthly meeting, featuring a Secretary of State Candidate's Forum, with citizens beyond Polk County. It was the first time all four Democratic candidates, Senators Brad Avakian, Kate Brown, Rick Metsger and Vicki Walker had appeared together as candidates anywhere Oregon, and it was to a packed house, with a lively Q-and-A following each candidate's statements. The program will air soon on CCTV, Capitol Community Television. Check the Polk Democrats website www.polkdems.org under Upcoming Events and Calendar for the schedule, or go to www.cctvsalem.org and check under Schedule. Arrangements are underway to air the program on all cable access stations throughout the state.

The event was hosted by the Polk County Democratic Central committee and co-sponsored by Benton, Linn and Marion County Democratic Central Committees.

This election year Polk County Democrats are devoting primary newsletter space to the many campaigns in Oregon, within district and within the state. You will find links to the candidate web sites below. More web sites will be added as candidates for local and state offices come forward.