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Ron Wyden

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Ron Wyden
Candidate for U.S. Senate
DEM INCUMBENT
Biography
Ron Wyden is a Democratic U.S. Senator representing Oregon, first elected to the Senate in a special election in January 1996 after serving in the U.S. House from 1981 to 1996. Known for his dedication to hearing all sides of an issue, he holds open-to-all town hall meetings in each of Oregon's 36 counties annually. Senator Wyden serves as Ranking Member of the Senate Finance Committee and is a senior member of the Energy and Natural Resources Committee.
Top Priorities
  • Promoting economic opportunity for all and reforming the tax code
  • Ensuring access to affordable health care and lowering costs
  • Securing a clean energy future and protecting natural resources
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