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Oregon labor organizations saw mostly wins among endorsed political campaigns in the May 21 primary, and a number had a union background.

The May election offers a few glimpses into voters' conflicted state of mind about the direction of Multnomah County, the role of big money and growth, the editorial board writes.

Former Portland Mayor Sam Adams will be headed to a Multnomah County Commission runoff against homeless advocate Shannon Singleton as his narrow second-place lead over business owner Jessie Burke held firm Thursday.

A candidate would have had to receive over 50% of the vote to win the seat outright.

While ballots are still being counted and results are still rolling in, Tuesday’s election saw several progressive candidates losing or slated for a runoff in November against more centrist and conservative opponents. In an election where Multnomah County’s homeless crisis, livability, addiction, and behavioral health issues were centered in nearly every local campaign, voters appear soured by a perceived lack of progress from current leaders....

(Portland, OR) -- Only one race for Multnomah County Commission was decided in Oregon's Primary election. Councilor Julia Brim-Edwards received 75 percent of the votes and will retain her seat. N...

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Voters will decide the commissioners for four county board seats, the county district attorney, and multiple significant bond measures in this election.

Three well-supported candidates sought to permanently replace Susheela Jayapal on the county board.

While ballots are still being counted and results are still rolling in, Tuesday’s election saw several progressive candidates losing or slated for a runoff in November against more centrist and conservative opponents. In an election where Multnomah County’s homeless crisis, livability, addiction, and behavioral health issues were centered in nearly every local campaign, voters appear soured by a perceived lack of progress from current leaders....