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Civic API·ID 9463·US · OR·primary
Oregon Primary Election
Tuesday, May 19, 2026·in 18 days
The Oregon primary election will take place on May 19, 2026. Voters will choose between candidates for various offices, including governor, state legislature, and local positions. The election will also feature several ballot measures.
Key contests · 3
Governor
The Republican primary for governor is highly contested, with several candidates vying for the nomination.
State Legislature
There are competitive battles for Portland-area legislative seats and other statewide races.
Labor Commissioner
The nonpartisan election for labor commissioner features Christina Stephenson and Chris Lynch.
Notable candidates · 8
Jeff MerkleyD
incumbent
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Christine DrazanR
challenger
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Chris DudleyR
challenger
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Ed DiehlR
challenger
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Danielle BethellR
challenger
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Christina Stephenson
incumbent
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Chris Lynch
challenger
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Janelle BynumD
incumbent
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Storylines
- The Republican primary for governor is highly contested, with several candidates vying for the nomination.
- There are competitive battles for Portland-area legislative seats and other statewide races.
- The nonpartisan election for labor commissioner features Christina Stephenson and Chris Lynch.
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Sources & proof · 7
May 19, 2026 Primary Election | Multnomah County
www.multco.us
State of Oregon: Elections - May 19, 2026 Primary Election Voters' Pamphlets
sos.oregon.gov
May 19, 2026 Primary Election | Clackamas County
www.clackamas.us
Oregon Primary Election - Tuesday, May 19, 2026 | BallotReady
www.ballotready.org
Nearly 100 Democrats vie for party’s nomination in legislative races ahead of May primary - OPB
www.opb.org
More than 80 Oregon Republicans vie for party’s nomination in legislative races ahead of May primary - OPB
www.opb.org
Election 2026: Your guide to Oregon’s May election
www.oregonlive.com