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Why Gov. Tina Kotek Wants To Keep Her Job

City Cast Portland · Sep 29, 2026 · 36:34

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Gov. Tina Kotek is running for reelection in a tight race against the same Republican opponent she faced back in 2022, former state Sen. Christine Drazan. She talks with host Claudia Meza about why she wants to keep her job and her agenda for her second term — including expanding universal preschool statewide, increasing affordable housing options, and fighting against Trump’s funding cuts and policies. 

Editor’s Note: Sen. Christine Drazan declined our invitation to appear on City Cast Portland.

Discussed in today's episode:


Gov. Tina Kotek



Sen. Christine Drazan



Oregon Governor Election 2026: Latest Polls [New York Times]




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