Oregon Democrats Expand Majorities

Oregon Democrats secured significant electoral gains as Governor Tina Kotek won another term and the party moved toward expanding its legislative supermajorities. Lawmakers focused their priorities on lowering health care costs and improving schools.

Sen. Deb Patterson, D-Salem, running for Oregon Senate District 10, speaks to the crowd during an election night party at the Willamette Heritage Center on Nov. 3 in Salem.

Oregon Democrats secured expanded majorities across the statehouse following the November 3 general election, putting the party on track to control 39 of 60 House seats and 19 Senate seats. The gains reinforce Democratic dominance in the United States Pacific Northwest stronghold as lawmakers prepare for the upcoming legislative session.