The Democrats have a supermajority in Oregon and control all three branches of government. They have abused that power.

I loved Betsy Johnson’s reply to how to stop the walkouts: “I would make it clear that without both parties involved, I would not sign the bills.” It makes you think of how that would affect the attitude of both parties.

Randy Sparacino is a person who quietly does his job; he has a long track record of capable service and leadership both as mayor and in the Medford Police Department, rising to the rank of chief. I don’t recall problems during his long service, such as Jeff Golden as county commissioner years ago and recently with the forest bill mapping

We need to elect capable leaders such as Betsy Johnson, an Independent for governor, and Randy Sparacino for Senate.

Alan DeBoer, former State Senator

Ashland