During their years of public service to Oregon, both Democrat Governor Ted Kulongoski and Republican U.S. Senator Gordon Smith led with independence and integrity. Time after time, they put loyalty to Oregon and Oregonians ahead of partisan politics.

Today, I am thrilled to announce that Governor Ted Kulongoski and Senator Gordon Smith have endorsed my independent candidacy for governor. Like you, they know Oregon needs a really big change in our politics and leadership and are ready to put the people back in charge of our state government. I am truly grateful to have the support from two of Oregon’s finest citizens.

One of us is a proud Democrat and one a proud Republican. First and foremost, we are Oregonians. But like so many others, we are worried about the state we love.

From the homeless crisis to public safety, to our schools, and to the urban-rural divide, our next governor will have some big problems to solve. We are in complete agreement that Betsy Johnson is the best person to solve those problems. We have both worked with Betsy, and we know she has the courage, the common sense, and the ability to find common ground needed to get Oregon moving in the right direction.”

I know Oregon can get its mojo back. But big change won’t happen with the same old politics. This year, Oregon is going to recapture our independent spirit and make history. If it can happen anywhere, I know it can happen here in Oregon.

-- Betsy

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