Editorial

Kulongoski still the best person to lead

The Lake Oswego Review, Oct 26, 2006, Updated Oct 30, 2009

Citizens of this state deserve a better Oregon, and the candidate for governor who is best equipped to deliver on that promise is Ted Kulongoski.

The incumbent governor understands that the road toward a better state begins with a stable and high-performing education system, more affordable and accessible health care, safe communities and an improved economy that also sustains Oregon’s quality of life and the environment.

Oregonians are fortunate that the governor’s race features two fine major-party candidates. Kulongoski is challenged by Republican Ron Saxton, a Portland attorney and former chairman of the Portland School Board. Both candidates are quality citizens who care deeply about Oregon, its people and the future.

Over the past year, Saxton has sought to define the election as a satisfaction test: Are Oregonians satisfied with their state and with state government? The answer is “no.” But frankly, no one should ever be content – about themselves, about Oregon or how this state is governed.

The more essential question is: How shall Oregon improve and who can best lead that progress?

We believe Kulongoski is that leader. As governor, he has directly addressed issues most important to Oregonians. He recognizes that more needs to be done, and his candidacy has articulated a vision for Oregon in much greater detail than Saxton has provided.

The incumbent has specific plans.

Kulongoski offers plans to invest in improved teaching of young Oregonians. He has prompted local community colleges and the state’s universities to work together better. He has concrete notions of how Portland State University, the University of Oregon and Oregon State University can excel.

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