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Paul Romero (Republican Party) ran for election to the Oregon State Senate to represent District 1. He lost in the Republican primary on May 21, 2024.
Romero was a Republican candidate for Oregon's 2nd Congressional District in the U.S. House. Romero lost the primary on May 15, 2018.
Romero was a 2016 Republican candidate who sought election to the U.S. House to represent the 2nd Congressional District of Oregon.[1] Romero was defeated by incumbent Greg Walden in the Republican primary.[2]
In 2020, Romero participated in a Candidate Conversation hosted by Ballotpedia and EnCiv. Click here to view the recording.
Biography
Paul Romero was born in New Iberia, Louisiana. He was a cryptologic technician communications petty officer first class in the U.S. Navy. He served from December 1985 to January 1996. Romero earned a B.S. in workforce education and development from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale in 2010. His professional experience includes working in communications, customer service, sales, project management, and materials. Romero has worked as a business owner, auditor, private investigator, video blogger, and Dasher.[3] He is affiliated with Youwalk Today, Inc., the Non-Commissioned Officers Association (NCOA), the VFW, American Legion, Band of Brothers, and the Fleet Reserve Association.[4][5]
Elections
2024
See also: Oregon State Senate elections, 2024
General election
General election for Oregon State Senate District 1
Incumbent David Brock Smith defeated Lupe Preciado-McAlister in the general election for Oregon State Senate District 1 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | David Brock Smith (R / Independent Party) | 70.8 | 54,925 |
 | Lupe Preciado-McAlister (D) | 28.9 | 22,417 | |
| Other/Write-in votes | 0.3 | 254 | ||
| Total votes: 77,596 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for Oregon State Senate District 1
Incumbent David Brock Smith defeated Todd Vaughn, Paul Romero, and Ashley Hicks in the Republican primary for Oregon State Senate District 1 on May 21, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | David Brock Smith | 55.8 | 10,872 |
 | Todd Vaughn | 29.8 | 5,807 | |
 | Paul Romero | 8.4 | 1,636 | |
| Ashley Hicks | 5.8 | 1,125 | ||
| Other/Write-in votes | 0.3 | 55 | ||
| Total votes: 19,495 | |||
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2022
See also: Oregon gubernatorial election, 2022
General election
General election for Governor of Oregon
The following candidates ran in the general election for Governor of Oregon on November 8, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Tina Kotek (D / Working Families Party) | 47.0 | 917,074 |
 | Christine Drazan (R) | 43.5 | 850,347 | |
 | Betsy Johnson (Independent) | 8.6 | 168,431 | |
 | Donice Smith (Constitution Party) | 0.4 | 8,051 | |
 | R. Leon Noble (L) | 0.4 | 6,867 | |
| Paul Romero (Constitution Party of Oregon) (Write-in) | 0.0 | 0 | |
| Other/Write-in votes | 0.1 | 2,113 | ||
| Total votes: 1,952,883 | |||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Nathalie Paravicini (Pacific Green Party / Progressive Party)
- Tom Cox (L)
Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for Governor of Oregon
The following candidates ran in the Democratic primary for Governor of Oregon on May 17, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Tina Kotek | 56.0 | 275,301 |
 | Tobias Read | 31.7 | 156,017 | |
 | Patrick Starnes | 2.1 | 10,524 | |
 | George Carrillo | 1.9 | 9,365 | |
 | Michael Trimble | 1.0 | 5,000 | |
 | John Sweeney | 0.9 | 4,193 | |
 | Julian Bell | 0.8 | 3,926 | |
 | Wilson Bright | 0.5 | 2,316 | |
 | Dave Stauffer | 0.5 | 2,302 | |
 | Ifeanyichukwu Diru | 0.4 | 1,780 | |
| Keisha Merchant | 0.4 | 1,755 | ||
| Genevieve Wilson | 0.3 | 1,588 | ||
 | Michael Cross | 0.3 | 1,342 | |
| David Beem | 0.3 | 1,308 | ||
 | Peter Hall | 0.2 | 982 | |
| Other/Write-in votes | 2.8 | 13,746 | ||
| Total votes: 491,445 | |||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Peter Winter (D)
- Casey Kulla (D)
- Nicholas Kristof (D)
- Dave Lavinsky (D)
Republican primary election
Republican primary for Governor of Oregon
The following candidates ran in the Republican primary for Governor of Oregon on May 17, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Christine Drazan | 22.5 | 85,255 |
 | Bob Tiernan | 17.5 | 66,089 | |
 | Stan Pulliam | 10.9 | 41,123 | |
 | Bridget Barton | 10.8 | 40,886 | |
 | Bud Pierce | 8.7 | 32,965 | |
 | Marc Thielman | 7.9 | 30,076 | |
 | Kerry McQuisten | 7.6 | 28,727 | |
| Bill Sizemore | 3.5 | 13,261 | ||
 | Jessica Gomez | 2.6 | 9,970 | |
 | Tim McCloud | 1.2 | 4,400 | |
 | Nick Hess | 1.1 | 4,287 | |
 | Court Boice | 1.1 | 4,040 | |
 | Brandon Merritt | 1.0 | 3,615 | |
| Reed Christensen | 0.8 | 3,082 | ||
 | Amber Richardson | 0.5 | 1,924 | |
 | Raymond Baldwin | 0.1 | 459 | |
 | David Burch | 0.1 | 406 | |
| John Presco | 0.0 | 174 | ||
 | Stefan Strek | 0.0 | 171 | |
| Other/Write-in votes | 2.0 | 7,407 | ||
| Total votes: 378,317 | |||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Darin Harbick (R)
- John Fosdick III (R)
- Jim Huggins (R)
2020
See also: United States Senate election in Oregon, 2020
United States Senate election in Oregon, 2020 (May 19 Republican primary)
United States Senate election in Oregon, 2020 (May 19 Democratic primary)
General election
General election for U.S. Senate Oregon
Incumbent Jeff Merkley defeated Jo Rae Perkins, Gary Dye, and Ibrahim Taher in the general election for U.S. Senate Oregon on November 3, 2020.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Jeff Merkley (D / Independent / Working Families Party) | 56.9 | 1,321,047 |
 | Jo Rae Perkins (R) | 39.3 | 912,814 | |
 | Gary Dye (L) | 1.8 | 42,747 | |
 | Ibrahim Taher (Pacific Green Party / Progressive Party) | 1.8 | 42,239 | |
| Other/Write-in votes | 0.1 | 2,402 | ||
| Total votes: 2,321,249 | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for U.S. Senate Oregon
Incumbent Jeff Merkley advanced from the Democratic primary for U.S. Senate Oregon on May 19, 2020.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Jeff Merkley | 98.7 | 564,878 |
| Other/Write-in votes | 1.3 | 7,386 | ||
| Total votes: 572,264 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for U.S. Senate Oregon
Jo Rae Perkins defeated Paul Romero, Robert Schwartz, and John Verbeek in the Republican primary for U.S. Senate Oregon on May 19, 2020.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Jo Rae Perkins | 49.2 | 178,004 |
| Paul Romero | 30.4 | 109,783 | |
 | Robert Schwartz | 11.1 | 40,196 | |
 | John Verbeek | 8.1 | 29,382 | |
| Other/Write-in votes | 1.2 | 4,250 | ||
| Total votes: 361,615 | |||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Matthew Kulow (R)
Libertarian convention
Libertarian convention for U.S. Senate Oregon
Gary Dye advanced from the Libertarian convention for U.S. Senate Oregon on July 6, 2020.
Candidate | ||
| ✔ | | Gary Dye (L) |
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Pacific Green Party convention
Pacific Green Party convention for U.S. Senate Oregon
Ibrahim Taher advanced from the Pacific Green Party convention for U.S. Senate Oregon on June 6, 2020.
Candidate | ||
| ✔ | | Ibrahim Taher (Pacific Green Party) |
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2018
General election
General election for U.S. House Oregon District 2
Incumbent Greg Walden defeated Jamie McLeod-Skinner and Mark Roberts in the general election for U.S. House Oregon District 2 on November 6, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Greg Walden (R) | 56.3 | 207,597 |
 | Jamie McLeod-Skinner (D) | 39.4 | 145,298 | |
 | Mark Roberts (Independent Party of Oregon) | 4.2 | 15,536 | |
| Other/Write-in votes | 0.1 | 278 | ||
| Total votes: 368,709 (100.00% precincts reporting) | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for U.S. House Oregon District 2
The following candidates ran in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Oregon District 2 on May 15, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Jamie McLeod-Skinner | 43.7 | 25,351 |
 | Jennifer Neahring | 24.2 | 14,020 | |
 | Jim Crary | 11.7 | 6,774 | |
 | Timothy White | 6.0 | 3,469 | |
 | Raz Mason | 5.4 | 3,137 | |
 | Eric Burnette | 4.7 | 2,734 | |
 | Michael Byrne | 4.4 | 2,546 | |
| Total votes: 58,031 | |||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
Republican primary election
Republican primary for U.S. House Oregon District 2
Incumbent Greg Walden defeated Paul Romero and Randy Pollock in the Republican primary for U.S. House Oregon District 2 on May 15, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Greg Walden | 77.6 | 71,543 |
| Paul Romero | 16.5 | 15,181 | |
| Randy Pollock | 6.0 | 5,514 | ||
| Total votes: 92,238 | |||
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Independent Party of Oregon primary election
Independent Party of Oregon primary for U.S. House Oregon District 2
Mark Roberts advanced from the Independent Party of Oregon primary for U.S. House Oregon District 2 on May 15, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Mark Roberts | 100.0 | 3,441 |
| Total votes: 3,441 | |||
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2016
Heading into the election, Ballotpedia rated this race as safely Republican. Incumbent Greg Walden (R) defeated Jim Crary (D) in the general election on November 8, 2016. Walden defeated Paul Romero in the Republican primary on May 17, 2016.[6][2]
| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican |  Greg Walden Incumbent |
71.7% | 272,952 | |
| Democratic | Jim Crary | 28% | 106,640 | |
| N/A | Misc. | 0.3% | 1,147 | |
| Total Votes | 380,739 | |||
| Source: Oregon Secretary of State | ||||
| Candidate | Vote % | Votes | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Greg Walden Incumbent |
80.1% | 85,039 | ||
| Paul Romero | 19.9% | 21,099 | ||
| Total Votes | 106,138 | |||
| Source: Oregon Secretary of State |
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Campaign themes
2024
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2022
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- Oregonians are taxed and fee'ed too much. We must remove property tax, state income tax, and fall back to just sales tax (following a statewide audit.) This will be fair for all who pass through Oregon. No toll roads.
- Recovery of state timber lands from federal control, state & county management of our forest lands (public lands), and personal land ownership opportunities.
- Parental Rights as ruled on by the US Supreme Court. End indoctrination, CRT, CSE, etc. while recovering our education system through competition of charter schools, home schools and public schools. Bring back the PTA!
-No more recruiting homeless to Oregon. Return homeless transplants back to their original states, e-verify remaining homeless (illegals will be submitted to ICE), and this should greatly improve the success of existing homeless programs in Oregon that are already funded but which have been plugged up with illegal immigrants and out of state homeless.
-Create serious punishment and deterrent for those who would commit acts of violence and destruction of private and public property.
-Returning issues affecting all Oregonians back to the voters. Holding the Legislature accountable for ignoring their constituents.
-To combat and prevent human trafficking, holding those guilty of participation to fully account and providing support to survivors. Focus will be given to investigating child trafficking and its end; With the elimination of child trafficking, adoption will become easier and made more affordable.
-Rescind the CAT tax and remove regulations interfering with the propagation of businesses in Oregon.
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2020
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What would be your top three priorities, if elected?
Proper management of public lands, #timberunity. Protect and enforce our Constitution, all Amendments. Term-limits and laws to apply equally to all Americans with real accountability of elected officials.
What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?
Social Security, recovery and management. National Security, immigration. Removal of forced vaccines, mandated healthcare and providing Constitutional protections for the public as intended.
Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?
There are a few but Donald Purkerson stands out. He was a Marine, father and true Christian. He was also one of the Chosin Few survivors of North Korea fame. His approach to life was genuine, honest and full of love for all. Even for those he disagreed with he could find the common ground from which to build on. He was a man of action who also exercised incredible patience. He was thoughtful and wise. He always had a smile to share that brought hope to all he met. To emulate him has been a goal of mine as long as I've known him. I have lost mentors and miss their council as I step into this arena. But, I carry them all with me, Don too, and that will be more than most have to inspire and confort me in my service to Oregonians and Americans.
Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?
There is a speech that has always stood out to me by Theodore Roosevelt, "Citizenship In A Republic", delivered at the Sorbonne in Paris, France on 23 April, 1910. The entire speech is inspiring but the following section is of paramount inspiration for my entire life. "It is not the critic who counts; not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles, or where the doer of deeds could have done them better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood; who strives valiantly; who errs, who comes short again and again, because there is no effort without error and shortcoming; but who does actually strive to do the deeds; who knows great enthusiasms, the great devotions; who spends himself in a worthy cause; who at the best knows in the end the triumph of high achievement, and who at the worst, if he fails, at least fails while daring greatly, so that his place shall never be with those cold and timid souls who neither know victory nor defeat."
What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?
The true ability to relate to voters; genuiness; the ability to remain uncompromised and un-leverageable; effective communication and the ability to do so with persons regardless of their socio-economic position; transparency and openness to learn along the way; intelligence and intensity to navigate the jungle that is American politics; and the ability to build a strong, loyal, and benevolent team.
What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?
I'm a great communicator. I see the glass as always full, sometimes it's just half water and half air, but it's still full. I am tenacious and exude an intensity that inspires and gives hope. I have many skills in the areas of conflict management and motivation. I can see the forest for the forest for the trees. Most see just the trees. I'm a quick study and can quickly apply what I learn. I can always find common ground and relate to a wide variety of people.
What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?
True representation of constituents within the boundaries of the Constitution, Bill of Rights and Rule of Law; integrity; performance and results; accountability; and leadership.
What legacy would you like to leave?
That it is within each of us to make a good difference in the lives of many if we are willing to step boldly into the arena of life and by doing so we improve our own lives, inspire others and make a difference long after our death.
What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?
I was walking out of the chow hall at Recruit Training Command Orlando, Company C052, when I saw for the second time in my life a Space Shuttle launch. I had seen one a month or so earlier under the same conditions, but this one looked different. I saw it as a sparkling star in the daylit sky, but this time it was different. We learned later that the Challenger had exploded, all lives lost. Our Company Command, Chief Petty Officer Bridwell, broke the news to us as we all hit our racks in a state of shock. He then put on Lee Greenwood's "I'm Proud to be an American." I'll never forget it or how inspired it made me feel. Sometimes, you have to step up and roll the dice, especially when it's as important as representing 3 1/2 million people from the American State you call home.
What was your very first job? How long did you have it?
I worked odd jobs mowing and raking lawns but getting a job in Prineville was tough. All the girls secured the fastfood jobs and thus ensured a steady flow of boys to those establishments. I complained about how hard it was to find a job. My step-Dad said he found me a two day job paying $50 a day and three farmer cooked meals. I needed money and jumped on it. Then as I arrived to the address and listening to the song "Ain't Nothing Going To Break My Stride", I realize this wasn't what I was expecting. I figured shoveling horse stalls, bucking bails of hay, moving irrigation pipe, driving a tractor or something I had already done. But, NO. It was a pig farm. My job for the weekend was to shovel out four pig sties and help when needed for pregnant sows. I was warned that everyone who had done this job had fallen at least once. I assured the farmer that I would be the first to not fall. After an interesting bout with a big sow in the fourth pen at the end of the second day, I returned home undefeated and $100 richer. I didn't fall but I couldn't get the smell out of the clothes and boots I wore on this job so almost half of what I made was spent to replace the odiferous garments. In the end, ain't nothin' that was gonna break my stride....I gotta keep on movin'! I asked my step-Dad to never find me a job again. He said, "Look at it this way Paul, the only place to go now is UP!" He was right.
What happened on your most awkward date?
I've traveled the world a little bit and have always followed a French rule of gentlemans etiquette, if a lady does something wrong, then the gentleman has to smile and apologize. I'm an old fashioned gentleman with a renaissance man flair. :D
What is your favorite holiday? Why?
Independence Day and New Year's. I love the fireworks and celebration of both holidays. The first being the birth of our country. Remembering the sacrifice of all those lost for our freedom and liberty. And the second for a chance for new everything in the year to come. A chance to begin again if you're so inclined. I get choked up for the National Anthem, flag drapped coffins, and remembering friends and family who have gone before me who defended this nation.
What is your favorite book? Why?
The most obvious would be the Bible. Even for those who don't follow a faith there is wisdom for all in the Bible. I enjoy science fiction but over the last ten years I've been reading non-fiction. Flags of our Fathers, the raising of the American flag on Iwojima comes to mind....when great things succeed, it takes all kinds of people. Sometimes the right team comes together in the worst circumstances in the most perfect way.
If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?
Probably Indiana Jones. Plenty of adventure, a bit of danger, and in the end doing all things for the right reason. Remember, it's not the years. It's the mileage. So I've tried to make it good mileage, keeps me looking young! Or younger!
What is your favorite thing in your home or apartment? Why?
Upon the death of my Grandfather, "Papa", I was given a ring he wore. It's just a very worn amethyst in a gold setting, but it's a reminder of him and all that he imparted to me along the way. I also have a lead ball that was fired in the Revolutionary War. I can't really vouch for it's authenticity, but it seems real to me. What it represents is what's really important. A reminder of the price paid for liberty and freedom and to protect those all the days of my life.
What was the last song that got stuck in your head?
I love the 80's and karaoke is up my alley. Bruce Springsteen "Dancing in the Dark", Journey "Don't Stop Believin'". I like to sing and do so in the car, shower, at breakfast, etc. I do a pretty good George Thorougood "Bad to the Bone", Frank Sinatra "Fly Me To The Moon" and Jerry Reed "When You're Hot You're Hot."
What is something that has been a struggle in your life?
Finding what some would call a 'career'. I've been a jack of many trades. Varying degrees of success but nothing I would want to do all my life. I really like dealing with people, communicating and helping them. Just my nature. I'm a problem solver. Find a way or make a way.
What do you perceive to be the United States’ greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade?
Division is being used to break up our strength as a country which allows for socialism to creep in quietly without a shot fired. This division brings claims for various groups for their own special consideration over others. This has to stop. We need a UNITED States of America. Sure there will be differences but this constant attack on American culture in favor of all other cultures is unacceptable.
What qualities does the U.S. Senate possess that makes it unique as an institution?
This is the best way to fight for legislation that is in the best interest of the average citizen. Too many Representatives and Senators can not relate to the average citizen. I do. Being proactive and diplomatic, receiving information, providing feedback, but ultimately representing the people is the job I will do. Of course there's ratifying treaties, national security and impeachment proceedings. Par for the course.
Do you believe that it’s beneficial for senators to have previous experience in government or politics?
No but I do believe it's important to have a good education, list of experiences, and knowledge of our founding documents and history. The biggest skill needed is the ability to exercise humbleness in selecting the team that surrounds you who provides expertise in areas you may not be strong in. Know your limitations and keep learning.
What do you think of the filibuster?
There is a time and a place. Sometimes it will favor my position and sometimes it will oppose it. I would hope that communication, understanding, and legitimacy would guide all parties in a way to avoid fillibusters.
What criteria would you apply when deciding whether to confirm presidential appointees?
Do they understand and fully support the Constitution, Bill of Rights, and Rule of Law. A fair amount of education and life experience, notably the ability to relate to a significant part of the population. That they know they are to take care of AMERICA FIRST as that's who they work for and who signs their paycheck.
Do you believe it’s beneficial to build relationships with other senators?
Yes. On all sides. This affords the opportunity to gain support, secure influence and succeed in providing for all Americans with bi-partisan support. If it's right then all should be in support.
If you are not a current senator, are there certain committees that you would want to be a part of?
Appropriations (Agriculture/Rural Development/Food
If you are not currently a member of your party’s leadership in the U.S. Senate, would you be interested in joining the leadership? If so, in what role?
Yes, eventually. I need to get a good lay of the land before stepping into that arena. Be Prepared.
Is there a particular senator, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?
None come to mind, but I see that there are good Senators doing the job for their constituents rather than for lobbyists.
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2019
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The candidate completed Ballotpedia's biographical information submission form:
| “ | What is your political philosophy?
Politics as usual gets little accomplished. The inability for the majority of candidates to truly relate to their voters and perform their obligations under the Constitution is a failure of the individual. I can relate to the average citizen and I have the skills to properly represent them. It matters how and where you stand. Honest effort combined with intensity and passion of purpose will bring America back to the people. I'm willing to step into the arena for Oregonians and all Americans. Is there anything you would like to add? Words I live by from 'Citizenship In A Republic', a speech by Theodore Roosevelt delivered at the Sorbonne, in Paris, France on April 23rd, 1910. 'It is not the critic who counts; not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles, or where the doer of deeds could have done them better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood; who strives valiantly; who errs, who comes short again and again, because there is no effort without error and shortcoming; but who does actually strive to do the deeds; who knows great enthusiasms, the great devotions; who spends himself in a worthy cause; who at the best knows in the end the triumph of high achievement, and who at the worst, if he fails, at least fails while daring greatly, so that his place shall never be with those cold and timid souls who neither know victory nor defeat.'[7] |
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| —Paul Romero[4] | ||
2018
Ballotpedia survey responses
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Paul Joseph Romero, Jr. participated in Ballotpedia's candidate survey on April 3, 2018. The survey questions appear in bold, and Paul Joseph Romero, Jr.'s responses follow below.[8]
What would be your top three priorities, if elected?
| “ | 1) Social Security/Medicaid 2) Jobs/Economic Development |
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What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about? Why?
| “ | The refunding of IOU's left in the Social Security fund by Congress. Soc. Sec. is NOT an entitlement. Americans have paid into this and Congress has failed in their management. Update COLA increases and make Social Security tax free. Surplus Bloc of newly generated Federal taxes can be used to pay those monies in 2-3 years.Cite error: Invalid <ref> tag; invalid names, e.g. too many[7]
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Ballotpedia also asked the candidate a series of optional questions. Paul Joseph Romero, Jr. answered the following:
Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?
| “ | My Grandfather and Grandmother, Thomas & Lottie Crofton, for their advice, insight and guidance. Donald Boyd Purkerson, one of the Chosin Few, the greatest Christian and bravest man I've ever personally known. Craig Rudolph, Ranger 12, taught me true courage in the face of fear.[7] | ” |
| “ | That book isn't written yet...it's the story of my life. Otherwise...The Art of War; Flags of Our Fathers; Old Yeller; A Time for Truth; Hacksaw Ridge; Rich Dad, Poor Dad; The Bible; Invictus (poem); O Captain! My Captain!;[7] | ” |
| “ | Integrity and being genuine. Understanding and always remembering that as an elected official I am a servant to and for the people.[7] | ” |
| “ | I'm intelligent, learn things very quickly, understand strategy, information I need seems to gravitate to me, I can communicate effectively with anyone and I'm genuine, a good sense of humor, intensity, strength, and active listening.[7] | ” |
| “ | Simply, represent your people and address THEIR issues. Remember who you're working for.[7] | ” |
| “ | That in this great country we are, sadly, at our best when things are at their worst. We need to carry our best always, even when things are good. This I plan to perform throughout my life, perhaps others will take it to heart.[7] | ” |
| “ | Gas lines/shortage in California age 7.[7] | ” |
| “ | Paperboy, I think just under a year.[7] | ” |
| “ | I don't recall an "awkward" date, but when I was a Firefighter for Oregon State Forestry it seems that my beeper would go off at the worst times when I was on a date.[7] | ” |
| “ | I'd have to say Christmas...it brings out the good in people. Imagine that year around! I do like Halloween, after all, it's kinda fun to dress up in a costume and be a bit of a kid again.[7] | ” |
| “ | Non-fiction: Donald Boyd Purkerson, U.S.M.C. Korea 1950 by David N. Purkerson, [email protected] is my greatest mentor and I only learned about this part of his history after his passing. A true American hero, humble and the truest Christian I've known.[7] | ” |
| “ | Easy, Captain America....and sometimes the Hulk.[7] | ” |
| “ | My heavy bag. Keeps me mindful to stay in shape and don't be a wimpy anything.[7] | ” |
| “ | Fly Me To The Moon, Frank Sinatra...and I can sing it pretty well. Come karaoke with your Congressman![7] | ” |
| “ | Finding that one career, that one job that I'm supposed to do the rest of my life. It's been a shotgun approach to be sure, but I've had success in a variety of fields.[7] | ” |
| “ | It is supposed to be most representative of the People and controls the country's checkbook. Of course, bills start here.[7] | ” |
| “ | It could, but I think the ability to effectively communicate with and be able to relate to those you represent is far more valuable and beneficial to do the job from the correct base. All things can be learned.[7] | ” |
| “ | To rebuild what has been ignorantly or purposely destroyed. We take care of America and her citizens FIRST. If anyone doesn't like that, then move to the country of your choice. I'll help you pack.[7] | ” |
| “ | Agriculture, Education & the Workforce, Natural Resources, Intelligence, Small Business, Veteran Affairs, Ways & Means, and Homeland Security.[7] | ” |
| “ | Walden is the Chairman of the Committee on Energy and Commerce...still wondering exactly what that has done for Oregon.[7] | ” |
| “ | I think it should probably be the same as a Senator, 6 years, but a Representative is supposed to be more representative of the voters at large. More in touch with their issues. I think two year terms are meant to promote that relationship, but it's not necessarily successful.[7] | ” |
| “ | Term limits, YES! I think a maximum of 12 years in the House or Senate, and in order to receive a retirement there would have to be a minimum of 20 years of Federal Service. Say 10 years Active Duty Military and 10 years as a Representative.[7] | ” |
| “ | Established by LEGAL citizen population, without carving specific areas out to favor any party. Simple borders and let it stand till the next census.[7] | ” |
| “ | Whip, Speaker.[7] | ” |
| “ | Which ever ones actually acted within the boundaries of the Constitution, Bill of rights, and Rule of Law in a fair and honorable manner while actually representing their people.[7] | ” |
| “ | Many!!! Social Security recipients who can't afford the most basic needs. Reduced payments, no cost of living increases, Congress referring to it as an entitlement, and threats that it will disappear. This is a primary issue for my District and I hear about it almost everyday. Seeing how they live is enough to make you cry. Homeless who have jobs but can't afford local housing due to overinflated rent/property assessments. Not enough affordable housing, entire families living in campers and tents on BLM land.[7] | ” |
2016
The following issues were listed on Romero's campaign website. For a full list of campaign themes, click here.
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| —Paul Romero's campaign website, http://www.romero4oregon.com/the-issues | ||
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Footnotes
- ↑ Oregon Secretary of State, "Candidate filing search results," accessed March 9, 2016
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 The New York Times, "Oregon Primary Results," May 17, 2016
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on September 16, 2022
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 Information submitted on Ballotpedia’s biographical information submission form on July 14, 2019
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on September 16, 2022
- ↑ Oregon Secretary of State, "Candidate filings search results," accessed March 9, 2016
- ↑ 7.00 7.01 7.02 7.03 7.04 7.05 7.06 7.07 7.08 7.09 7.10 7.11 7.12 7.13 7.14 7.15 7.16 7.17 7.18 7.19 7.20 7.21 7.22 7.23 7.24 7.25 7.26 7.27 7.28 7.29 Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.
- ↑ Note: The candidate's answers have been reproduced here verbatim without edits or corrections by Ballotpedia.
- ↑ Ballotpedia's candidate survey, "Paul Joseph Romero, Jr.'s responses," April 3, 2018
