The Importance of Jeff Merkley
Kaitlyn Hubberman
Towson University

The Importance of Jeff Merkley As one of the thirty Oregon state senators, Jeff Merkley has dedicated his life to politics and to the Oregon government. His devotion to helping the state prosper is evident through his many contributions in the senate as well as his involvement in various programs. Merkley’s importance in the community exceeds state legislature to include his leadership, activism, and commitment. Building on a lifetime career, Merkley works tirelessly to create a productive legislature and improve quality of life for all residents. An Oregon native, Merkley grew up in the rural blue-collar neighborhood of Myrtle Creek. Merkley says that his …show more content…
Merkley’s importance in the community exceeds state legislature to include his leadership, activism, and commitment. In hopes of promoting quality of life for all, Merkley focuses on the issues that directly affect voters, such as education, environmental health, and employment opportunity. Without Jeff Merkley, politics would lack one of the most dedicated, industrious, and fair representatives to be elected.

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