Where the biggest names discuss the biggest issues facing our communities,  our state and the nation.
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W2D's Mission is to provide programs that inform; to encourage women to be politically active; to endorse and support the candidates and issues which best reflect the principles of the Democratic Party.
Willamette Women Democrats (W2D) is a non-profit, civic organization that presents monthly programs featuring the most dynamic and influential political figures in the state as well as speakers representing organizations that reflect our progressive values. Although our focus is primarily on state and local issues, we also present programs with national implications, such as criminal justice reform, gun control, women's reproductive rights and climate change.
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Despite our name, our supporting members come from the entire Portland Metro area and include women and men. Everyone, regardless of political affiliation, is welcome to attend our timely and insightful programs.
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​W2D Endorses Janelle Bynum for CD5

Nov 14th Program:
What Just Happened? A Guide to the Crazy Election of 2024

Willamette Women Democrats welcome back Dr. Jim Moore, Associate Professor of Political Science at Pacific University, to analyze the choices voters made in the November 5, 2024, election. Results from Congressional Districts 5 and 6 may well decide the US House majority. The winner of the presidency will affect every part of Oregon’s government as well as the personal lives of Oregonians. The run up to the election has been anything but normal political practice. Dr. Moore is a well-known analyst of all things political in Oregon, regularly appearing on radio and television. He is well-known for his civil commentary even in this boisterous and contentious political climate.
Check out our latest programs:
  • Oct 2024: "Responsible Leadership: Critical for Oregon now more than ever."
  • Sept 2024: "Flip the House: Two Exceptional Candidates for Congress"
  • May 2024: "Oregon Health Care—Taking its Temperature and What You Should Know" with Dr. Bruce Goldberg
We are actively seeking contributions for 2024 candidates running for Statewide, Legislative and County level positions in May and November of 2024. Your contributions make a difference in our communities. Please show your support and donate today.
HELP US KEEP OREGON BLUE!
In addition to our programs, W2D has a PAC (political action committee) in support of or in opposition to state (Oregon), county and local candidates and ballot measures consistent with the mission of W2D.  ​

In 2022, W2D contributed $3500 to Democratic candidates in competitive races in the May elections and $21,000 to Democratic candidates in competitive races in the November election. In 2023, W2D contributed $1600 to candidates in critical local school board races. All of our supported school board candidates won!​
PRESIDENT &
VICE PRESIDENT
Kamala Harris & Tim Walz

CONGRESS—HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Suzanne Bonamici—CD-1
Dan Ruby—CD-2
Maxine Dexter—CD-3
Val Hoyle—CD-4
Janelle Bynam—CD-5
Andrea Salinas—CD-6

BALLOT MEASURES
Support BM 115—Impeachment of Statewide Officials

Support BM 116—Public Service Compensation Commission

Oppose BM 118—Increases corporate taxes; reduces state funding

STATEWIDE OFFICES
Secretary of State—Tobias Read
Treasurer—Elizabeth Steiner
Attorney General—Dan Rayfield

STATE SENATORS
Kate Lieber—SD-14
Wlnsvey Campos—SD-18
Kathleen Taylor—SD-21
Lew Frederick—SD-22
Khanh Pham—SD-23
Chris Gorsek—SD-25

​Check out our advocacy page to learn more and please--vote!
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​To learn how rank choice voting works, click the link above for a 4-minute video by Robert Reich.


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Our annual membership year began July 1, so we hope you will join
or renew your W2D supporting membership. Your annual dues of $50
fund our operating expenses, including allowing us to provide our
programs virtually.

In addition, as our membership grows, so does our political influence
throughout the region, enabling us to attract the great speakers you
have come to expect.
We can't do it without you!