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Emerge Oregon Class of 2010

Andrea Paluso
Co-founder, Family Forward Oregon

A social worker turned community activist, Andrea Paluso is an advocate for systemic changes that will create a more equitable and sustainable future for all Oregon's families. As the co-founder of Family Forward Oregon, a nonprofit organization working to build a family-friendly economy, Andrea has engaged families to speak out on issues as varied as paid family leave, child care quality and affordability, health care reform, outdated employment policies, and economic inequities for mothers.

Christina Alexander
Chair and Professor at Southwestern Oregon College

A "re-homesteader," Christina Alexander has lived in Oregon most of her life, settling in Coos County in 1974 to family land, where she lives today. An active community and Democratic campaign volunteer and supporter, Christina serves on the Oregon Coast Community Action board and provides training for the Women's Safety and Resource Center. She previously served with both the Pacific Child Center and the Coos Head Cooperative Food Store. Christina notes that Paul Wellstone's statement, "Politics is what we dare to imagine," is her call in seeking public office.

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Elected and Appointed Emerge Oregon Women

Donna Maddux
Tualatin City Councilor

Donna Maddux considers public service a personal calling. Currently serving on the Washington County Commission on Children and families, Donna cut her teeth as a member of the first class of AmeriCorps in 1994, working in public schools, on environmental projects, and delivering vital services to those in need. In 2006 Donna made her first contested run for elected office, winning a seat on the then all-male Tualatin City Council.

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Jennifer Geller
Eugene 4-J School Board Member

Jennifer Geller's motivation to serve in elected office is found in her belief that the health of Oregon's future depends on our ability to provide excellent educational opportunities for all students. Elected to the Eugene School Board in 2009, Jennifer - an active community volunteer and mother of two daughters - brings a rich background to the table. Originally an education attorney in the Washington State Attorney General's Office, Jennifer returned to her home state of Oregon where she has spent countless hours as a citizen advocate with Stand for Children.

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Emerge Oregon Candidates

Donna Maddux
Tualatin City Councilor

Donna Maddux considers public service a personal calling. Currently serving on the Washington County Commission on Children and families, Donna cut her teeth as a member of the first class of AmeriCorps in 1994, working in public schools, on environmental projects, and delivering vital services to those in need. In 2006 Donna made her first contested run for elected office, winning a seat on the then all-male Tualatin City Council.

Jodie Barram
Bend City Councilor

An over achiever and perfectionist, Jodie Barram wants to do it all. Married with two children, she balances family life, part time work, and civic leadership. Jodie is engaged in her children’s school and activities. Working as an educational assistant provides her the flexibility to be involved in her community.

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Class of 2009 Alumnae

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