Throughout his
career, Brad Avakian has always focused on priorities, not
politics. Brad's approach has made him a leader on the issues most
important to us.
Brad
Avakian protected employees' rights in the workplace
Brad's background as
an advocate for people who've suffered discrimination in the
workplace gives him a valuable perspective on economic issues.
Brad sponsored legislation making workers who are locked out of
their jobs eligible for unemployment benefits and protecting the
right of employees to join a union.
Brad
Avakian led the effort to expand the Bottle Bill and championed
renewable energy
As one of the
Legislature's top environmental champions, Brad Avakian led the
effort to expand Oregon's landmark Bottle Bill. Brad also
sponsored increased use of renewable energy to combat global
warming and reduce our dependence on foreign oil.
Brad
Avakian fought to protect our public schools from budget cuts
Brad Avakian's
commitment to public education started long before he became a
legislator. When budget cuts threatened local music and arts
programs, Brad helped create the South West Music School, where
over 6,000 students have taken lessons, attended summer camp, and
trained with top-notch faculty. In the Legislature, Brad Avakian
has always fought to protect our public schools from budget cuts.
Prioritizing Oregon's Working Families
- Brad was named a
Working Families Champion by the Oregon AFL-CIO and received a
Gold Medal for Leadership in the 2007 Legislative Session.
- Oregon AFSCME
named Brad an AFSCME All Star for being a true champion of
working family legislation.
Prioritizing Oregon's Children
- Brad was
recognized by SEIU Local 503 for his instrumental role in
sponsoring and passing legislation to provide childcare workers
the right to organize and collectively bargain with the State of
Oregon.
- Stand for
Children presented Brad with their Children's Advocate Award for
his partnership in putting Oregon back on track toward providing
our children with the education and support they deserve.
Prioritizing Oregon's Communities
- The League of
Oregon Cities recognized Brad for his tireless work in
protecting Oregon's communities by addressing the needs of
Oregon's water supply and working to ensure that city residents
have the opportunity to have their votes count in local
elections.
Prioritizing Oregon's Environment
- Brad was named
2007 Consensus Builder of the Year by the Oregon League of
Conservation Voters for his work as Chair of the Senate
Environment and Natural Resources Committee.
- Brad was
recognized for putting the priorities of Oregon's open spaces
over partisan politics and delivering the most successful
environmental Legislative Session in decades.