Organized People CAN Beat Organized Money
We believe in the power of bold ideas and transformative leadership to shape a brighter future for Salem, Oregon. Our mission is to elect progressive candidates who share a vision of equity, opportunity, and innovation for our community. With passion, purpose, and the collective strength of volunteers and donors, we’re not just imagining a better Salem — we’re building it, one vote at a time.
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Join us for 1st Tuesday May 5
Taproot Lounge and Cafe 356 State Street, Salem 4:30 to 6:30 Tuesday, May 5 Join like-minded progressive friends! We will be talking about Salem turnout in this turnout-dependent May city election
Betsy’s “no tax” distraction
Betsy Vega wants to represent Ward 6 on Salem City Council. She just needs you to ignore a few things first. Like the fact that 86% of her campaign funding comes…
The price of punishment
Why Marion+Polk First’s “treatment first” approach is a bad deal for Salem Salem is facing real challenges. A strained budget, rising housing costs, and a homelessness crisis shaped by forces far…
Events April 27-May 3
It’s a busy week! We hope to see you out there!Get more details on these events at Link Tree
Avoid ballot problems
Avoid ballot problems for yourself and your friends BEFORE the April 28 voter registration deadline. Be sure you and your friends receive a ballot in the mail, by making sure the…
April 7: Join Progressive Salem for First Tuesday
First Tuesday at Taproot will include special guests Mai Vang, candidate for City Council, Ward 6, and David Inbody, candidate in Ward 4. Please join us for a time of fellowship…
Join the organized people who beat organized money in Salem
Let’s get out and talk to the voters that will make the difference for Salem. If you have never canvassed or feel nervous about canvassing, we can pair you with a…
Presentation: Fascism in the United States
Thursday, March 26 at 7:00 PMMarion County Dems Office(245 High Street NE) Professor Seth Cotlar will speak on the history of fascism in the United States from the 1920s to the…
April 12: Meet the candidates for Salem mayor
MARK YOUR CALENDAR! Plan to come to the first-ever all ages mayoral forum at the Salem Public Library on Sunday, April 12th at 2 pm. Bring the whole family! Send in…
Join Progressive Salem for First Tuesday; meet Vanessa Nordyke and Micki Varney
Taproot Lounge and Cafe356 State Street, SalemTuesday, March 3, 4:30 to 6:30 Special guests: Micki Varney, candidate for city council and Vanessa Nordyke, candidate for mayor Join like-minded progressive friends and…