One Oregon, One Standard, One Person
Russ McAlmond, MBA, MSFS, CFP—a proud U.S. Marine veteran—is running for Oregon’s U.S. Senate seat to bring common-sense leadership back for Oregonians. Unlike Jeff Merkley, whose positions have become extreme left and no longer reflect the values of most Oregonians, Russ is committed to representing the broad majority of our state—rural and urban, coastal and eastern, working families and small-business owners alike. He believes extremism leads to hate. He’ll fight every day to deliver practical solutions that improve life for far more Oregonians than the narrow, radical fringe Merkley has prioritized. It’s time to restore balanced, common-sense Senate representation for most Oregonians not only a few.
Why Russ is the fresh voice Oregon needs in the Senate
Oregon Deserves a Warrior, Not a Career Politician
Oregon is tired of the same voice that’s been in Washington for 16 years, lecturing us while destroying our values.
Jeff Merkley: extreme-left career politician, no military service, no real-world business experience, no record of ever creating a single private-sector job. He’s spent nearly two decades voting with Portland radicals and bowing to the woke mob.
Russ McAlmond is the exact opposite - even though he spent most of his life in the Portland area as well.
Russ is a United States Marine Corps veteran who ran toward the fight when others ran away. He served three years of active duty with a 15 month overseas deployment and received a honorable discharge.
Russ is an expert financial planner who built a business from nothing and knows how money and taxes actually work for individuals, families and small businesses.
Russ is a husband, father of three, and founder of the Center for Human Equality, because he believes real equality comes from treating every individual with respect, not carving America up by race, sex, or identity groups.
While Merkley demands boys be allowed in girls’ locker rooms and on girls’ teams, Russ is the only candidate with the courage to say:
Keep men out of women’s sports. Period.
While Merkley stays silent as antisemitic mobs shut down campuses and streets, Russ will fight for zero tolerance for antisemitism, iron-clad protection of Jewish students, and free speech and religion for every American, no exceptions.
While Merkley pushes division by identity, Russ stands for one simple, powerful statement of human truth:
Every human being is equal in value while still being unique.
In 2026, send the career politician into retirement.
Send a Marine who will fight for Oregon to the Senate instead.
Russ McAlmond MBA,MSFS,CFP
Proven courage. Real results. Ready on Day One.
Oregon’s warrior. Oregon’s future. Oregon's new Senator
The Marine, Educated, Businessman, Father, Fighter
Since 18 years of age when Russ joined the US Marine Corps and the country was at war he has always been willing to serve. He is willing to serve Oregon today as well.
US Marine Veteran - 3 Years Active Duty
Honorable Discharge from 3 years of active service. A 15 month overseas deployment away from home. Some disabilities from his service. Russ understands in an intimate way the needs of Oregon's veterans and those who have been disabled.
Education - Four accredited degrees
Two earned master degrees (MBA,MSFS) and two bachelor degrees. Russ understands Oregon economics, taxes, business, financial planning, and more. He also has a Leadership Certificate from Harvard University.
Expert in Financial Planning
Understanding money and how it affects all of us in our personal lives is critical for goverment policies like taxes and spending. It is the American taxpayer that funds the government. Congress should never forget that - it is not their money - it is ours.
Over 40 years in Portland Area
Russ's family moved to Portland from Washington when I was 12 years old. Other than his time in the Marines and a year in Los Angeles, he has lived in PDX most of his career. His three children grew up there. He and his wife now live in Southern Oregon.
Some Quotes From Russ
Here are a few quotes from Russ that will help you understand his priorities and experiences that he will bring to the US Senate as Oregon's Senator. He is not an extremist on the left or right, but prefers a balanced approach to issues listening to both sides before voting.
Stay Informed, Stay Ahead
Follow the campaign of Russ McAlmond as he works tirelessly to win the Republican nomination in the primary so he can represent the wonderful people of Oregon in the US Senate.