Oregon Governor
Christine Drazan (R) vs. Tina Kotek (D) vs. Brett Smith (I). General election Tuesday, November 3, 2026.
What does a governor do?
Runs the state government. Proposes the state budget, signs or vetoes bills passed by the legislature, and appoints the heads of state agencies. Usually 4 years (2 in NH and VT).
- State budget, schools and Medicaid funding
- Signs or vetoes state laws
- Leads emergency response and the state National Guard
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Listed alphabetically by last name. Each box has the same sections in the same order. Donation and campaign links appear only after we confirm they belong to the candidate's own committee.
Christine Drazan
Who they are
In their words: “Christine Drazan is running for Governor because change must start at the top. Building a stronger future begins by upending the status quo in Salem.” campaign site
What they say they'll do
- Lower the Cost of Living
- Reignite Oregon's Economy
- Break the Cycle of Homelessness and Addiction
- Unlock the Door to Homeownership
- Audit Spending and Deliver Results
What they've done
Who funds them
In short
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Tina Kotek
Who they are
In their words: “Governor Tina Kotek is running for reelection because Oregon values are on the line. Since taking office, Tina has focused on tackling Oregon’s biggest challenges - lowering costs, reducing homelessness, strengthening schools, expanding mental health and addiction care, and defending our freedoms.” campaign site
What they say they'll do
What they've done
Who funds them
In short
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Brett Smith
Who they are
What they say they'll do
What they've done
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Where they stand, issue by issue
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For too many Oregon families, the basics of everyday life have become harder to afford. Groceries cost more. Utility bills keep climbing. Housing remains out of reach for too many families. Small businesses face higher costs that are ultimately passed on to consumers.source
Oregonians deserve a government that is transparent, accountable and focused on delivering results. As Governor, Christine Drazan believes government exists to serve the people of Oregon, not the other way around.source
The status quo has failed both the people living on our streets and the communities impacted by this crisis. Every Oregonian deserves to feel safe in their community and every person experiencing homelessness deserves a pathway to long-term stability and recovery.source
No candidate in this race addresses on their site: Health care, Social Security & Medicare, Immigration & the border, Crime & public safety, Guns, Abortion, Schools & education, Energy & environment, Foreign policy & defense, Veterans, Elections & government ethics, Farming & rural issues, Roads, transit & infrastructure.
About this race
Tina Kotek (Democrat) is the incumbent. The race is rated leaning Democratic. Usually 4 years (2 in NH and VT).
Rating from the Cook Political Report race ratings, Oct 23, 2026. Candidates from the Oregon Secretary of State, Nov. 3, 2026 general election voters' pamphlet (Multnomah County edition).