Forty years of GOP rule in Marion County, brought to you by...Oregon Right To Life?

Republicans have maintained a well-funded, tight grip on Marion County's future for more than 4 decades. And most residents have no idea County Commissioners even exist.

(Correction: The original version of this post stated that Marion County Commissioner seats are non-partisan - meaning folks run for these seats without party affiliation. That’s not the case. Marion County Commissioners ARE partisan positions and are listed on ballots with party affiliation. Apologies to readers for the mistake, and it has been correct…