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Jeff Merkley
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Jeff Merkley

Jeff Merkley

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Senate · OR · Since 2009
Party AlignmentStrong Party Line
96%aligned with Democratic positions

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Breaks from Democratic Line

Issues where this official takes a different direction than the typical Democratic position

Immigration & Border Security
Leans ForUndecided
National Defense & Military
ForMixed

Issues & Stances

Positions based on voting record, public statements, and party platform

Supports strong tech regulation, data privacy protections, and holding Big Tech accountable.

One of the Senate's strongest climate advocates; supports eliminating fossil fuel subsidies and transitioning to 100% clean energy.

Supports expanding Social Security benefits and opposes any cuts or privatization.

Energy Policy & Oil/Gas
Strongly Against

Opposes new fossil fuel infrastructure and drilling; supports a rapid transition to 100% renewable energy.

Supports universal background checks, assault weapons ban, and comprehensive gun safety legislation.

Supports diplomacy-first foreign policy and has opposed U.S. arms sales to countries with human rights abuses.

Economy & Jobs
Strongly For

Supports progressive economic policies including raising the minimum wage, worker protections, and fair trade agreements.

Supports Medicare for All and has been a vocal advocate for lowering prescription drug prices and expanding coverage.

Supports comprehensive immigration reform; was one of the first senators to visit migrant detention facilities and oppose family separation.

Supports student debt cancellation, free community college, and increased funding for public education.

Supports a strong defense but advocates for reduced military spending and greater emphasis on diplomacy over force.

Supports comprehensive criminal justice reform, ending mass incarceration, and police accountability.

Supports major federal investment in infrastructure, green energy, and affordable housing.

A leading Senate voice on housing affordability; supports massive investment in affordable housing and tenant protections.

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LGBTQ+ Rights
Est.Strongly For

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Labor & Unions
Est.Strongly For

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Votes vs. Stances

100%
Walks the talk
3 of 3 votes match stated positions

Election History

2020OR Senate
Won
56.9%2,200,000 votes
vs.Jo Rae Perkins(R)39.1%