Why Sen. Christine Drazan is running for Oregon governor again
Sen. Christine Drazan is running for Oregon governor for the second time, citing her experience and commitment to affordability and accountability. Drazan lost to Gov. Tina Kotek in 2022 by 3.4 percentage points and now faces a crowded Republican primary field.
Sen. Christine Drazan, R-Canby, is running again to be Oregon's governor. She previously lost to Gov. Tina Kotek in 2022 by 3.4 percentage points. Drazan faces a large Republican field, including Marion County Commissioner Danielle Bethell and businessman Chris Dudley. Drazan's top priorities are affordability and accountability. She has been a Republican leader in the legislature, serving as House Minority Leader from 2019 to 2021 and again in 2024. Drazan was appointed to the Senate in October 2025 to replace former Senate Minority Leader Daniel Bonham.
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