Paul Drechsler (pronounced Drexler) is running for HD50 in east Multnomah County. This is a D+4 district and very winnable, and Paul is the guy to do it.

James and Nick welcome Bri Hall, the only registered Independent at a Young Republicans debate watch party, to give a reaction to the September 10th presidential debate.

Jake Mead is a small business owner in HIllsboro, running for City Council. I (James) have known Jake for several years and he's the real deal, be sure not to skip this one!

Andrew Morrison is a former alleged city councilor for the City of Damascus, OR and most recently a candidate for HD48. He was unsuccessful in his Primary, but I don't think we've seen the end of Andrew

Terry Tipsord has been an involved member of his community for over 40 years and now he's running for HD49 to continue serving in the Legislature.

Darcey Edwards is a life-long resident of Washington County and is running for House District 31. We talk land use and how Oregon can be more business-friendly.

On this episode we welcome back Frank Patka who has experienced the criminal justice system first hand, and is working to help other formerly incarcerated people integrate back into society.

Dave Drotzmann is the current mayor of Hermiston and candidate for Senate District 29.

On the second episode of our Eastern Oregon trip, we speak with Brent Clapp who is the owner of EOAlive Media and candidate for county commission.

James and Nick welcome Calvin Bennett on the first of two Eastern Oregon podcasts. Calvin is the ASB President at Eastern Oregon University, and a Young Republican.