Press Release: Senator Metsger Endorses Representative Barton
Crucial Early Endorsement for Representative Barton Builds Momentum for Senate District 26 Election
CLACKAMAS – Senator Rick Metsger (D – Welches) today endorsed Representative Brent Barton to serve as the next Senator for Oregon District 26.
Senator Metsger said, “Representative Barton has demonstrated a work ethic and passion for public service that will effectively serve the constituents of District 26 in the years to come. I endorse Brent Barton to be our next State Senator.”
Senator Metsger has represented Clackamas and Hood River since 1998. Recognized as a leader by his peers, Metsger was elected to be Senate President Pro Tempore in 2009. Senator Metsger has forged bi-partisan consensus on numerous pieces of important legislation. He currently serves on the Education and General Government Committee, the Rules Committee, and as the chair of the Business and Transportation Committee.
“I am deeply honored by Sen. Metsger’s endorsement. The legislature will miss Senator Metsger’s leadership,” said Representative Barton. “I will work hard every day to represent the constituents of Senate District 26 as Sen. Metsger has in his decade of service.”
Representative Barton was a leader during the 2009 Legislative Session, especially when it came to the issues that matter to the citizens of Clackamas, East Multnomah, and Hood River counties. Barton co-wrote legislation to curb metal theft that passed the legislature unanimously. With the help of Senator Metsger, Representative Barton sponsored and passed legislation improving access to government contracts for disabled combat veterans. Again working with Senator Metsger, Representative Barton helped deliver critical transportation funding to the region.
Representative Barton has already amassed an impressive list of early endorsements that are available on his website at www.VoteBrentBarton.com/endorsements/.
“Senator Metsger was an invaluable mentor for me. He has helped me become a better representative for my district and for Oregon,” continued Barton. “I am humbled by the confidence Senator Metsger and many others show with their endorsements. I will honor their confidence and represent Oregon voters to the best of my ability.”
