I'm John Toran, and I'm here to change all that
Portland needs results, not inflexible ideology that doubles-down on failure
A prevailing sentiment has emerged among Portland's residents: regardless of labels and lip-service, local leadership continues to demonstrate a distinct lack of regard for genuine progress. The long budgetary shadow cast by compounding policy failure has left these leaders little to boast about, and the deafening silence that inevitably follows each new fiasco leaves Portlanders further and further disconnected from a system that does not serve them.
I will bridge that gap, fostering an informed and engaged community through a process of collaboration to create lasting results we can be proud to own together.
Our elected representatives have failed in their commission to deliver the essentials for a thriving community
Average housing costs are soaring, our once enviable system of public transit is no longer trusted as safe, and substance decriminalization is rapidly accelerating the deterioration of our public spaces. In the face of these failures, a clear call for practical solutions must be made, solutions that accept and meet the realities of Portland today.
John Toran will give voice to common sense, championing pragmatic solutions that never neglect our shared values
Sustainable environmental policies that steward our unique wealth of urban greenspace; inclusive, ongoing community engagement that utilizes to the fullest the diversity of experience inherent in our populace; and an inbuilt spirit of creativity and innovation that is never afraid to ask questions or challenge the status quo. Only by embracing who we are can we achieve the future we deserve.
What District am I in?
Same Portland, new voting structure
The new districting structure shown above was adopted by the Independent District Commission in August of 2023, dividing Portland into four distinct geographical Districts. Who you vote for depends on the address under which you registered to vote. John is running in District #4, which includes Portland west of the Willamette and Sellwood-Moreland.
Not in District #4? No problem!
Portland needs John, not just his District! Spread the word to friends and family in the District that a vote for John in November is a vote that matters, use the Contact Us link above to learn about volunteer and endorsement opportunities, and use the Donate link below to contribute to the campaign. Every little bit helps, and we thank you for your support!