The Oregonian will not be considering my candidacy

This Race Belongs to the Voters!

Friends, I have some deeply disturbing news. The Oregonian has decided not to interview me as part of their endorsement process for Portland mayor. Why? I’m wondering that too.

I’ve served Portland with honor for nearly four years on the City Council. I’m the fourth African American to do so in our city’s history and hold a PhD in Government from Cornell. Despite that, The Oregonian won’t even consider my candidacy.

There’s no scandals disqualifying me, like my top two opponents. And character clearly isn’t the issue—my opponent Carmen Rubio, who has racked up over 150 parking tickets, is being considered. Rene Gonzalez, also has traffic violations, questionable use of public funds, AND lied about a black woman attacking him. Yet these are your “chosen,” candidates.

Let’s be honest: Portland’s power brokers don’t want me to be your next mayor. I’m not part of their establishment. I’m not rich. I cannot be bought. And I won’t be intimidated by undemocratic tactics.

This election is too important to be decided by backroom deals and special interests.

Your vote matters!

When your ballot arrives, I ask for your vote to ensure Portland’s future belongs to the people—not the privileged few, by marking Mingus Mapps as your number 1 choice!

Join me by donating to our campaign and together, let’s build a better, fairer Portland.