ClackaVote
Voting time!
Ah yes, we are all busy. Personally, on my plate, I have work, school and a wedding, so I count on the Voter’s Pamphlet, the Oregonian and the Portland Tribune. Many of the choices were unopposed appellate court candidates, but I’ll expound on a few other choices:
Oregon Supreme Court: Virginia Linder.
Having a female perspective on the court would not be a detriment. She is currently an appellate judge and was not backed by big business or trial lawyers. She also receives a good rating from the Oregon State Bar. Besides, it looks like Roberts himself said that Linder would be a good Supreme Court justice!
Circuit Court, Position 11: Susie Huva.
Both have the necessary basic qualifications. Paul, a deputy DA, has an impressive list of endorsements, including Craig Roberts, and he was goaded to run by the Clackamas County DA, John Foote. He also has been a positive force in the community (Meth Enforcement Team, etc.), and is an experienced prosecutor. Huva appears more reserved, having been steeped in mundane county matters. She seems extremely earnest with an almost child-like desire to be even-handed. Judges are “umpires,” in the words of U.S. Supreme Court Justice John Roberts. I would like Paul to continue in the capacity he is in. He would make a great judge, and my conviction is he’d make a better prosecutor. The Oregonian endorses Paul, saying “He has a solid legal background and extensive experience in crime prevention. He is an asset to the community and he would enhance the bench.” Indeed he would. However, bear in mind that neither have been judges, and the Oregonian said Huva was qualified as well. She has also garnered endorsements from former appellate, circuit, and Supreme Court judges and, like Paul is today, used to be a deputy DA.
County Clerk: Sherry Hall.
Saving the best for last! Delmazzo doesn’t have any experience and his campaign hinges on bad-mouthing Hall. Craigen is non-partisan and has ample experience at Marion County elections. However, one of Hall’s largest “blunders” wasn’t even her fault. I find no compelling reason or outright incompetence on Hall’s part to oust her.
