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Biographical Profiles and Positions on the Issues

May 19, 2026 Oregon Democratic Party State Primary

Candidates for U.S. Senate, Oregon

Jeff Merkley - D

►Websitewww.jeffmerkley.com/

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Paul Damian Wells - I

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Biographical

General Philosophy

Personal and Family

Professional Experience

Civic Involvement

Political Experience

Religious Affiliation

Accomplishments and Awards

Educational Background

Military Service

Foreign Policy

Israel, Hamas and Palestinian Conflict

Gaza

Foreign Policy

China

Russia

Ukraine

Jobs, Economy, Trade, Business, Industry & Agriculture

Economy

Jobs

Agriculture

Health & Medical

Medicare

Health & Medical Reform

Health and Medical Insurance

Education & Schools

Education

Environment & Climate Change

Environment

Climate Change & Global Warming

Land, Rivers and Lakes

Civil, Religious, LGBTQ & Human Rights

Civil Rights

Technology, Internet, Social Media, Science & Space

TikTok

Military, National Defense & Veterans

Veterans

Military

Veterans' Health and Medical Care

GI Bill & Veterans' Benefits

Seniors, Social Security, Medicare, Pensions

Social Security

Consumers & Food

Consumers