Jackie Pierce selected as Democratic nominee in SD 10

Polk & Marion Democrats unanimously select Pierce as party’s nominee

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

West Salem resident Jackie Pierce was chosen unanimously as the Democratic nominee for Senate District 10 yesterday evening. Precinct committee persons from Marion and Polk Counties chose Pierce to replace William Dalton, the Democratic candidate elected in the May primary. Dalton announced last Wednesday that health issues were forcing him out of the fall election.

Pierce expressed her excitement at jumping in and running a tough campaign leading up to November’s election.

“I’m running for the Oregon Senate because I believe I’m the best person to get Oregon back on track while protecting the vital services that Oregonians rely on,” said Pierce.

Pierce emphasized her background as a psychiatric social worker at the Oregon State Hospital, saying that she has on-the-ground experience that puts her in touch with every day Oregonians.

“As a social worker, I’ve been helping people my entire life. Running for Senate is the next step for me to give back to our community,” said Pierce.

While working at the Oregon State Hospital, Pierce was a local president and shop steward in her union, SEIU Local 503. Since retiring, she has been active in the local Red Cross and Friends of Bush Park.

“Jackie Pierce is an excellent candidate and we’re pleased to have her on our team,” said Senate Majority Leader Richard Devlin. “We’re taking this race very seriously and in Jackie we have a person who knows her district and what matters there. This is a race we can win.”

Last night’s meeting was the largest Democratic nominating convention in the state so far this year, with Marion County Democrats hosting the Polk County Democrats.  Pierce lives in West Salem with her husband Alan. Senate District 10 covers South and West Salem and much of Polk County, including the communities of Independence and Monmouth.

Molly Woon, (503) 367-4327

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