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Oregon · 2026 United States general election · November 3

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Tina Kotek Democrat, Working Families · Incumbent Tina Kotek is Oregon's incumbent 39th Governor, a Democrat elected in 2022 and seeking reelection in 2026. Full profile → Brett Smith Pacific Green Brett Smith is the Pacific Green Party nominee for Oregon governor in the November 3, 2026 general election. Full profile → Christine Drazan Republican, Libertarian Republican Oregon state senator challenging Gov. Tina Kotek in November 2026 rematch for governor Full profile →

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IssueTina Kotek
Democrat, Working Families
Brett Smith
Pacific Green
Christine Drazan
Republican, Libertarian
Economy & jobsSupports job growth in emerging and established Oregon industries Supports employer surcharge on large low-wage employers Supports lowering taxes, cutting regulations, and prioritizing affordability
HousingExpand affordable housing, cut red tape, increase starter homes no sourced position Supports cutting permitting delays and expanding homeownership programs
Health careDefend Oregon Health Plan, expand mental health and addiction care Supports universal health care statewide and nationally Voted no on reproductive health and doula coverage bills; focuses on addiction/mental health
ImmigrationOpposes ICE detention in Oregon; signed executive order to protect immigrants no sourced position Opposes Oregon's sanctuary laws; supports law enforcement cooperation
Abortion & reproductive rightsProtect access to abortion, birth control, and gender-affirming care no sourced position Personally pro-life but does not support banning abortion
EducationIncrease classroom time, reduce absenteeism, ban cell phones in school no sourced position Supports school choice, reading standards, and parental curriculum transparency
Climate & energySupports clean energy future and climate-resilient communities Supports data-center moratorium; criticizes forest mismanagement Opposes state climate programs; would repeal Climate Protection Program
Crime & public safetySupports law enforcement accountability; opposes military intervention in Oregon Expand volunteer Civil Defense Force; oppose unconstitutional surveillance Supports fully funding state police and restoring public safety
Taxes & budgetOpen to tax code changes if revenue is preserved for essential services Audit state government; surcharge large employers below living wage Pledges to veto tax increases and cut taxes for families
GunsSupports gun safety legislation including bump stock ban Acknowledges gun issues but offers no specific policy stance Signals support for gun rights
Democracy & electionsStrongly defends vote-by-mail and state control of elections Anti-corruption; ban corporate political spending; support STAR/ranked-choice voting no sourced position
Foreign policy & defenseOpposes Trump tariffs; supports strong global trade partnerships Oppose undeclared wars; Defend the Guard; Ports for Peace no sourced position

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