Pelosi Statement on Congressman Kurt Schrader

San Francisco – Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued this statement on the result of Oregon's Fifth Congressional District primary:

"In his service in the Congress, Congressman Kurt Schrader has been a valued and independent voice. He is respected on both sides of the aisle for his commitment to bringing Members together in search of common ground and to delivering for Oregon families.

"On the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, Congressman Schrader has fought to expand the promise of affordable health care to more families. As a Member of the House Committee on Agriculture, he served on the bipartisan and bicameral conference committee to assemble the farm bill in 2018, which has been a force for supporting Oregon farmers. He has also been a strong supporter of small businesses, as a former small business owner and a Member of the House Small Business Committee.

"On behalf of House Democrats, I extend gratitude to Congressman Schrader for his leadership, his patriotism and his commitment to work For The People. Congratulations to Jamie McLeod-Skinner on her victory. House Democrats look forward to welcoming her to the Congress next January, where she will bring energetic leadership to the Congress for the people of Oregon."