The influence and effectiveness of Oregon Right to Life PAC (Political Action Committee) relies on the trust of pro-life voters. Our extensive efforts to seek, vet and equip pro-life candidates to run for elected office at local, state and federal levels builds this trust.
ORTL PAC has created a refined system for endorsing pro-life candidates through inquiries, questionnaires, background research and interviews. This process begins months before any election, with strategic planning happening year-round.
Questionnaire: Verify a candidateās personal position on abortion, physician-assisted suicide and ethical research. We keep answers confidential to maintain trust and encourage transparency, but endorsements and recommendations are made available to pro-life advocates when you receive your ballots.
Interview: A committee of experienced leaders conducts interviews and endorsement discussions to explore a candidateās pro-life position and progress in campaign efforts. Through the answers to these questions, our committee can calculate a candidateās viability and determine who best fits the position.
Endorsements: Endorsement decisions are not always easy, and candidates can fall into three levels of pro-life commitment. We print the differentiated levels in the voter guide. Endorsements represent candidates who are fully committed and equipped to protect life when elected.
Recommendations: Recommendations are for candidates who may hold pro-life positions on most issues, but not all, but are far better than their opponent.
Our organization is widely known for its expertise and impact on Oregon elections. Decades of hard work have built the leadership platform and reputation we have today, and our efforts are known to make a difference in these high-stakes elections.
