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10/09/08: Oregon's largest newspaper, The OREGONIAN, endorses Amanda!
"The psychiatric nurse and community activist would be a smart and polished addition to City Hall.... Fritz knows the city backwards and forwards."
"Come January, the many lenses through which she views Portland should click sharply into focus in what we hope will be her new leadership role, as a Portland city commissioner. Her multiple perspectives, prodigious energy, breadth and depth of knowledge of city issues have earned her the trust of city voters -- and a seat at City Hall."
From Willamette Week's endorsement, 10/15/08:
ELECTED OFFICIALS SUPPORTING AMANDA:
* Governor Barbara Roberts
* Mayor Tom Potter
* Mayor-elect Sam Adams
* Former Portland City Commissioners Gretchen Kafoury and Mike Lindberg
* Former Portland City Auditors Barbara Clark and Jewel Lansing
* Clackamas County Board of Commissioners Chair, Lynn Peterson
* Multnomah County Board of Commissioners Chair, Ted Wheeler
* Washington County Board of Commissioners Chair, Tom Brian
* Metro Councilor Rex Burkholder
* Metro Councilor Robert Liberty
* Former Metro Presiding Officer Jim Gardner
* State Senator Laurie Monnes Anderson
* State Senator Avel Louise Gordly
* State Senator Rod Monroe
* Former State Senators Bob Boyer and Dick Springer
* State Representative Jackie Dingfelder
* State Representative Tina Kotek
* State Representative Greg Macpherson
* State Representative Mary Nolan
* State Representative Diane Rosenbaum
* State Representative Mike Schaufler
* State Representative Chip Shields
* State Representative Carolyn Tomei
* Former State Representatives Cindy Banzer, Chris Beck, Jo Ann Bowman, Jane Hardy Cease, Ron Cease, Mike Fahey, Anitra Kitts Rasmussen, George Starr, and Tom Whelan
* Democratic nominees for State Representative, Jules Kopel-Bailey and Michael Dembrow
* Multnomah Education Service District Director Geri Washington
* Parkrose Public Schools Board Director Alesia Reese
* Portland Public Schools Board Director Ruth Adkins
* Portland Public Schools Board Director Bobbie Regan
* Portland Public Schools Board Director Dilafruz Williams
* West Multnomah Soil and Water Conservation District Director Terri Preeg Riggsby
ORGANIZATIONS SUPPORTING AMANDA:
* American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) Local 189
* Communications Workers of America Local 7901
* Joint Council of Teamsters Local 37
* Laborers Local 483
* Multnomah County Democratic Party (co-endorsement)
* Multnomah County Republican Party
* National Association of Letter Carriers, Branch 82
* Oregon Arts and Culture Political Action Committee (Oregon ArtPAC)
* Oregon League of Conservation Voters (OLCV)
* Oregon Natural Resources Council
* Oregon Nurses Association
* Oregon State Council for Retired Citizens
* Portland Business Alliance
* Portland Fire Fighters' Association Local 43
* Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Local 49
* Sierra Club
* Teachers' Voice in Politics/Portland Association of Teachers
* United Brotherhood of Carpenters Local 247
* United Food and Commercial Workers Local 555
NEWSPAPERS SUPPORTING AMANDA
* Just Out
* NW Examiner
* Portland Mercury
* Portland State University Daily Vanguard
* The Oregonian
* The Skanner
* Willamette Week
* Green Light from Basic Rights Oregon Equality PAC (co-designation)
* Green Light from NARAL ProChoice Oregon (co-designation)
From the Portland Mercury endorsement, 10/16/08:
"Fritz is intensely principled. She knows exactly what she stands for and what she'd like to do as a city commissioner — ensure basic services for every city neighborhood, see to it that all corners of the city are treated equally, and follow up on city actions to see if they're working as planned. Will she ask tough questions? Absolutely. Will she hold things up for the sake of excessive process? We don't think so.
"We've come to see her strong and clear values as an asset, a focused lens through which she'll efficiently assess both broad city projects and budget line items, before arriving at the right decision for the city as a whole. And then she'll see that it gets done."
From WILLAMETTE WEEK's primary endorsement, renewed in the runoff:
"Fritz has convinced us she may be the only candidate in this race who won’t carry a rubber stamp into the Council. More likely, she’ll bring a magnifying glass and a red pen.
Fritz trumps all her opponents when it comes to knowledge of the city budget and its programs. She obsesses over detail and can be tenacious. She will make bureaucrats lose sleep. We foresee Council meetings grinding to a halt while Fritz and Randy Leonard get testy over the finer points of item 382a on the weekly consent agenda. But that’s OK: Let the bureaucrats sweat a bit. City Hall isn’t a clubhouse."
In JUST OUT, 4/18/2008, with re-endorsement for November 4:
of the qualities we believe Amanda Fritz can bring to the Portland City Council.
'Equity and justice' may be two of her signature campaign buzz words,
but some of her more singular qualities may have been earned in her
unique 20-year career as a psychiatric nurse and as a mother of three.
Fritz is a plainspoken, hard-working woman who cares deeply about this city and
has often been a supportive 'member of the crowd' in equal rights endeavors.
Now, as a Portland city commissioner, Fritz is ready to lead."
And as the mother of three college students, I especially appreciate the PORTLAND STATE DAILY VANGUARD's endorsement, 05/09/08:
"Amanda Fritz has been a watchdog of Portland politics for years, commenting on issues and improprieties through her blog. A nurse at OHSU, she is very aware of the problems with the city, such as the faltering public school system, and will come to the city council with fresh ideas and innovative solutions. .... Fritz is a refreshing alternative."
TESTIMONIALS FROM PORTLANDERS:
“Amanda is a longtime community leader, with a new perspective for City Hall. She brings people together, moving past disagreements to accomplish shared goals.”
“I'm impressed with the clear understanding she has of health and human services issues that the city and the county face. We work closely with the city to help our neighbors deal with those challenges. Amanda's experience and vision will be a welcome addition to those discussions and decisions. ”
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"Amanda Fritz has been building relationships and bridges across communities for years. Portland needs elected leaders with integrity and the demonstrated ability and commitment to effectively address the needs of under served populations and communities. She will continue to be a unifying voice that honors the needs of all Portlanders."
“While a lot of candidates claim to come from the grass roots of politics, Amanda is the real thing. She has organized community action, advocating for decisions that affect the lives of Portlanders. Her energy, intelligence, and experience make her a great addition to City Hall.”
"I support Amanda because I am impressed by her knowledge of city issues that affect residents in North and Northeast Portland. She shows up at key community events and she listens to people. I like her energy, her tenacity and her desire to make Portland a city that works for everyone."
"To meet the challenge of growth in Portland, we need someone who understands these issues from the grass roots level. That's why I am endorsing Amanda Fritz for the Portland City Council."
"Amanda will be a great City Commissioner, and add some diversity to our all male Council."
"We endorsed Ms. Fritz in the primary and we continue to have confidence in her evenhandedness, thrifty nature and ability to speak to the entire political spectrum."
"Amanda volunteered very early on my first campaign. She was always great to work with. I learned a great deal about land use and very ground specific environmental issues in my district because she made sure it was brought to my attention. She was graceful and patient with me. She was also very dependable, knowledgeable and truthful. I found her to be a effective advocate for both education and the protection of streams in Southwest Portland. I think she'd be great on the Portland City Council."
“Amanda Fritz is without a doubt the most qualified candidate running for City Council. Her depth of knowledge about the issues, dedication and connection to the community will ensure that Portland continues to be a leader in environmental and social matters. I can’t wait to vote for her on Election Day!”
"Amanda : You are just the kind of person we all hoped would come to Oregon and Portland and help. Portland deserves the efforts of someone like you. Best of luck."
Vice President, Portland Model Cities Planning Board 1969-73; Deputy Director Oregon Land Conservation and Development Commission (DLCD), 1974-77
"Amanda's clear thinking and ability to listen carefully to all sides can help heal a growing rift between bicyclists and non-bicyclists, and her concern for the budget will make sure that whatever money there is available for improving bicycling will be very well spent. Speaking as a bicycle mechanic, I'm glad Amanda will be on the Council!"
"I hope to see you win this race. We need a nurse, someone with public health interests to protect our airshed, and help us to troubleshoot how to clean up industrial pollution in NW Portland. Thank you for your service to our beautiful city."
"Amanda may be a ray of hope for providing some respect for how hard it is to conduct business anywhere and especially in Portland. She is sincere in trying to understand how our local economy works and how to make it more competitive. I am willing to work with her to give every Portlander the opportunity to find work and build a successful life in Portland."
"I admire Amanda Fritz for her honesty and integrity. She believes in getting back to basics when it comes to the city's budgeting, will put core services ahead of special projects and will give all neighborhoods equal consideration."
"I've been involved with park and greenspace issues in Portland for over thirty years, and Amanda Fritz stands out at one of the most ardent advocates for parks and natural areas I've ever had the pleasure to work with. She's smart, strategic, and relentless in her dedication to making Portland an environmentally focused city. Amanda would be a great city commissioner."
"I enthusiastically support Amanda for City Council. I have known Amanda for over 7 years and was fortunate to serve with her on the Tryon Creek Watershed Council, where she advocated for improved natural resource and development policies, and volunteered her time for on-the-ground restoration work. Her passion for and knowledge of local issues will be a true asset for our City."
"I have known Amanda for over 10 years. She is honest, dependable and hard working. She is able to get things accomplished with a determined attitude and strong, calm demeanor."
"We need a person like Amanda in City Hall, for sure! As a woman, as a mother, Yes! But we also need Amanda because she is simply an intelligent, level-headed, heartfelt, and able person, who can lead our city into a more compassionate future.
At a recent rally of PSU professors seeking the modest goal of a fair contract, I was not surprized to find Amanda by our side. Amanda understands the issues and expresses her solidarity by showing up.
Forget the hype-- Amanda is the real thing!"
"In 28 years of working for the City, I see Amanda's joining the City Council as one of the most positive and constructive developments since I've been around. I look forward to seeing her bringing her incisive thinking and her sense of fair play and inclusiveness to the problems we face as a City."
"When a mother, nurse and very busy woman comes to one of our ivy pulling events in cold, windy, drizzley conditions, she deserves my support. Please mention Amanda Fritz's abilities to get right the needs of Portland. We are lucky to have someone of her caliper, experience, integrity and dedication to the many complexities that this city faces. Yes, I support Amanda."
(Amanda's comment - you can tell Greg is a Tree Guy in his description of me as someone with "caliper". I aspire to be like some of our old growth trees - sturdy, strong, and promoting a healthy environment :)
"I have worked with Amanda for many years on the West Portland Park neighborhood association board of directors. I am very impressed with her depth of knowledge about issues that matter to neighborhoods and her stick-to-it-ness to see a project through to completion. Her work on the recently opened Holly Farm Park on Capitol Highway in southwest Portland is a recent example. I trust that she would work just as hard for all Portlanders on issues that we all care about."
"I enthusiastically support Amanda Fritz for City Council. Amanda is the best choice for Portland. She's very smart on the policy details, and has been an strong advocate for neighborhoods and good government. Amanda has a parent's first-hand understanding of our public schools and the essential role schools play in the health of our city."
Amanda,
As a peak oil solutions advisor, I want to thank you for your efforts to understand the vast challenges in around us and help lead our city in fostering solutions. I have witnessed your efforts to reach out through activist groups, and believe we need leadership that empowers and encourages our citizens to all take part in being part of making Portland sustainable based on cooperation and smarter policies.
That is why I am endorsing you as a candidate for City Council.
Regards,
Randy White, Peak Oil Advisor, Founder, Bright Neighbor
Compassionate, articulate and sincere, Amanda Fritz is Portland's next, greatest City Commissioner who will give a voice in City Hall to everyone.
Although I am not a Portland resident, you would surely have my vote for a seat on the City Council if I were. I like what I read about your position on issues. Good luck and best wishes for a successful term on Portland City Council.
Department of Chemistry, Oregon State University
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MORE PORTLANDERS SUPPORTING AMANDA:
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