Sue Smith

Education Representative Sue Rieke Smith will fight for increased state investment, competitive teacher pay, and safe, modern facilities so every student (regardless of background or zip code) can succeed. Healthcare She supports practical, bipartisan solutions to expand coverage, lower costs, and fully integrate mental health and addiction treatment into the broader healthcare system. She’ll bring a frontline perspective to Salem and fight for a system that treats the whole person, not just the symptoms. Criminal Justice / Public Safety Oregon families deserve to feel safe in their homes and neighborhoods. That means investing in transparent, community-based public safety, addressing gun violence, and supporting law enforcement with the training and tools they need. Abortion / Contraception She’ll protect Oregon’s status as a national leader on reproductive freedom and ensure those rights are accessible in every corner of the state. Education She opposes private school vouchers and government overreach like book bans that distract from learning and politicize classrooms. Instead, Representative Sue Rieke Smith supports local decision-making and targeted investments that strengthen public education right here in our community. Criminal Justice / Public Safety Representative Sue Rieke Smith will work with local leaders to reduce crime, support victims of crime, and make sure public safety resources reflect the unique needs of our growing suburban communities. Abortion / Contraception Representative Sue Rieke Smith will defend the rights of Oregonians to make private medical decisions without government interference. That includes access to abortion, fertility care like IVF, and the full range of reproductive health services. Environment / Energy Representative Sue Rieke Smith believes in science-based climate policies that secure a livable planet for future generations. This includes transitioning to 100% clean and renewable energy and investing in sustainable infrastructure. Our children deserve clean air, safe water, and a stable climate for their lifetime and beyond. Housing She will champion smart, locally informed policies to expand affordable housing, protect tenants, and prevent homelessness. She will partner with cities and nonprofits to address root causes like mental illness, addiction, and economic instability. Economy She’ll advocate for living-wage jobs, strong workforce protections, and support for small businesses across Oregon. She’ll also focus on the basics that matter to our local economy: fixing roads, easing congestion, and managing growth. She understands that smart planning and local partnerships are key to preserving livability and protecting our quality of life. Housing Representative Sue Rieke Smith believes safe and stable housing is a human right.