Name: Brett Smith
Seeking the nomination for Governor of Oregon.
Party Affiliation: Pacific Green Party
"I have been thoroughly impressed by the Green Party's antiwar stance."
Home: Molalla
Why do you want to pursue this role? What interests you about it? What are the top issues you're campaigning on?
Want is a strong word. I feel that it is necessary for there to be opposition to the status quo, especially in the current state of the world.
My interest is in the possibility. Despite the current doom that hangs over our heads, I truly believe there is a chance for change.
My top issues are corruption, sustainability and the future.
The Green Party and You - Please choose one of the 10 Key Values and tell us what it means to you.
Do you support the Green Party's position on universal healthcare nationally and/or statewide?
*https://www.gp.org/single_payer
**https://www.pacificgreens.org/support_health_care_for_all_oregon
Yes.
We have the resources. There is absolutely no reason to not have healthcare
Do you support the Green Party's position on BDS, and Palestinian rights?
*https://www.gp.org/israel_palestine
**https://www.gp.org/bds_peaceful_approach_to_change
Israel's infiltration into our political system needs to be addressed. This is the least we can do.
Do you support ranked choice voting or similar voting reform?
Yes. Ranked or STAR voting. I'm for it.
Anything else?
I was the Independent congressional nominee for the 5th district in 2024. I was honestly disappointed to learn that I did well. Since the election I have been working on coalition building. I truly believe that no third-party can challenge the system alone. It was the Libertarian Party who reached out to me to be Matt Rowe's campaign manager and Matt was to be my opportunity to work with the Green Party. This is not how I envisioned it to take place, but life is like that. I look forward to working with you.