Anna Williams
Anna Williams (Democratic Party) was a member of the Oregon House of Representatives, representing District 52. She assumed office on January 14, 2019. She left office on August 14, 2022.
Williams (Democratic Party, Independent, Working Families Party) ran for re-election to the Oregon House of Representatives to represent District 52. She won in the general election on November 3, 2020. She advanced from the Democratic primary on May 19, 2020.
Williams completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2020. Click here to read the survey answers.
Williams resigned on August 14, 2022, to become executive director of the System of Care Advisory Council.[1]
Biography
Anna Williams was born in Cheyenne, Wyoming. She obtained a B.S. in psychology from the University of Kansas in January 2002 and a master's degree in social welfare administration from the University of Kansas in January 2005. Her professional experience includes working as a fundraising coordinator for Montana Conservation Voters, director of outreach and education at Sustainable Travel International, program coordinator for Volunteers in Action - Providence Health & Services, leader for the Climate Reality Project, and adjunct faculty and academic advisor for Simmons College. Williams has also worked as a prevention and outreach coordinator, outreach and volunteer coordinator, and program manager for HAVEN from Violence.[2]
Committee assignments
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2021-2022
Williams was assigned to the following committees:
2019-2020
Williams was assigned to the following committees:
- House Energy and Environment Committee
- Human Services and Housing Committee
- Agriculture and Land Use Committee
Elections
2022
Anna Williams did not file to run for re-election.
2020
See also: Oregon House of Representatives elections, 2020
General election
General election for Oregon House of Representatives District 52
Incumbent Anna Williams defeated Jeffrey Helfrich and Stephen Alder in the general election for Oregon House of Representatives District 52 on November 3, 2020.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Anna Williams (D / Independent / Working Families Party) | 48.7 | 19,209 | |
| Jeffrey Helfrich (R) | 48.5 | 19,125 | ||
| Stephen Alder (L) | 2.7 | 1,060 | ||
| Other/Write-in votes | 0.1 | 26 | ||
| Total votes: 39,420 | ||||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for Oregon House of Representatives District 52
Incumbent Anna Williams advanced from the Democratic primary for Oregon House of Representatives District 52 on May 19, 2020.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Anna Williams | 98.7 | 7,573 | |
| Other/Write-in votes | 1.3 | 103 | ||
| Total votes: 7,676 | ||||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for Oregon House of Representatives District 52
Jeffrey Helfrich advanced from the Republican primary for Oregon House of Representatives District 52 on May 19, 2020.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Jeffrey Helfrich | 99.1 | 5,431 | |
| Other/Write-in votes | 0.9 | 51 | ||
| Total votes: 5,482 | ||||
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Libertarian convention
Libertarian convention for Oregon House of Representatives District 52
Stephen Alder advanced from the Libertarian convention for Oregon House of Representatives District 52 on July 6, 2020.
Candidate | ||
| ✔ | Stephen Alder (L) | |
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Endorsements
To view Williams' endorsements in the 2020 election, please click here.
2018
In addition to running as a Democratic Party candidate, Williams cross-filed to also run with the Working Families Party in 2018.[3]
General election
General election for Oregon House of Representatives District 52
Anna Williams defeated incumbent Jeffrey Helfrich in the general election for Oregon House of Representatives District 52 on November 6, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Anna Williams (D) | 51.4 | 16,135 | |
| Jeffrey Helfrich (R) | 48.5 | 15,238 | ||
| Other/Write-in votes | 0.1 | 41 | ||
| Total votes: 31,414 | ||||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for Oregon House of Representatives District 52
Anna Williams defeated Aurora del Val in the Democratic primary for Oregon House of Representatives District 52 on May 15, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Anna Williams | 76.9 | 4,152 | |
| Aurora del Val | 23.1 | 1,246 | ||
| Total votes: 5,398 | ||||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for Oregon House of Representatives District 52
Incumbent Jeffrey Helfrich advanced from the Republican primary for Oregon House of Representatives District 52 on May 15, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Jeffrey Helfrich | 100.0 | 3,404 | |
| Total votes: 3,404 | ||||
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Campaign themes
2020
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Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Anna Williams completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2020. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Williams' responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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I'm passionate about social justice and making sure that every person in our communities has the things they need to survive and thrive. I love our environment, our beautiful state, and my community. My life's work has been centered around achieving positive outcomes for others, and I'm committed to serving for the greater good of my district.
I've always wanted to run for office, but I made the decision to do so in 2016 after seeing all of the injustices our communities were facing both nationally and in my own backyard. So many families were hurting and struggling at the mercy of inequality. I decided our community needed a representative who would seek to understand the needs of all of its members and work to advance their interests in Salem.
- I support a middle class economy and small business. I've partnered with businesses to bring sustainable high paying jobs to rural communities across Oregon. In Salem, I will continue to protect District 52's small business and agriculture economy, which includes carefully managing development to preserve our quality of life. When the economy reopens, I will work to help support small businesses so they are able to fully recover. I will continue to ensure corporations pay their fair share and will continue to stand for living wages and affordable housing for all Oregonians.
- I will continue to advocate to keep healthcare accessible and affordable to all Oregonians. To keep healthcare affordable, I support the state's Medicaid expansion and lowering the price of care and prescription drugs. I will continue to defend women's access to reproductive healthcare. Now more than ever before, it's essential that legislators ensure that every Oregonian has access to affordable healthcare.
- I am a passionate advocate for clean water, clear air, and protecting District 52's natural beauty, all of which is vital to our public health and economy. My work with Montana Conservation Voters showed me how a healthy environment is crucial for a healthy economy. I will continue to advocate for progressive environmental legislation that cuts carbon emissions and supports a thriving economy in my district.
I'm also passionate about environmental and land use policy, which stems from my personal experiences having grown up in a rural community as well as from my time with environmental advocacy groups. There's a sense of urgency among our communities right now to pass legislation combating the climate crisis, which has already caused irreparable damage to our global ecosystems. There's clear evidence that we need to address climate change as our top priority. As we look to cut greenhouse gas emissions in the long-run, however, we need to be cognizant of the impacts that any policies passed may have on our vulnerable rural communities, agricultural communities, and the low-income families in our state. Our natural resources are a treasure and they must be protected.
I have experience both as a legislator and as a true member of the community here in House District 52. My work as a mom, educator, and social worker keep me grounded; and the stories and experiences of my students and clients inform my work in Salem. My career has been spent serving others, and while we've made great progress over the past two years, I know there's still much to do to make our communities and state work for everyone. I'm committed to working for a more fair and prosperous future for the people of my district and of Oregon.
My favorite book is James & The Giant Peach by Roald Dahl. I love this book because it explores family, friendships, adventure, imagination, and it has a very happy ending!
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2021
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2020
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In 2020, the Oregon State Legislature was in session from February 3 to March 5. Special sessions were convened from June 24 to June 26 and on August 10.
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2019
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See also
2020 Elections
External links
Footnotes
- ↑ Oregon Capital Chronicle, "Rep. Anna Williams resigns from Oregon Legislature for new policy role," August 10, 2022
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on May 9, 2020
- ↑ Oregon Secretary of State, "Candidate Filing Search Results: 2018 General Election," accessed October 30, 2018
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| Preceded by Jeffrey Helfrich (R) |
Oregon House of Representatives District 52 2019-2022 |
Succeeded by Lori Kuechler (D) |
