Occupation: Small business owner, food processing company; self-employed farmer and rancher.

Occupational Background: Commercial production of hazelnuts, Christmas trees, and forestation.

Educational Background: 4 years, Fresno State College, majoring in plant science; private pilot license.

Prior Governmental Experience: Oregon State Senator; Chairman, Joint Ways and Means Sub-committee on Transportation and Economic Development; Chair, Oregon Parks Committee; Chairman, Land Use Committee; Chairman, Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee; Chairman, General Government Committee; Education Committee; Transportation Committee; Trade and Economic Development Committee, Ways and Means Joint Committee; Yamhill County Road Improvement Committee; Chairman, Yamhill County Budget Committee

Family: Wife of 39 years, Kathy; five children, three grandchildren.

"Senator George has been the most effective taxpayer watchdog in the Oregon Senate. He has saved the Oregon taxpayers millions of dollars by standing up to the powerful spending lobby"
          Russ Walker,
          Oregon Citizens For A Sound Economy PAC

"Senator George has been a true leader in reforming Oregon's education system. His effective leadership was vital in passing Oregon's charter school bill and he continues to demand accountability on behalf of Oregon parents and students."
          Rob Kremer
          President, Oregon Education Coalition

GARY GEORGE:
EXPERIENCE FOR TODAY, VISION FOR TOMORROW

• Gary George is working hard to ensure that our transpor-tation dollars are REPAIRING ROADS AND IMPROVING SAFETY, not hiring more administrators and lobbyists.
• Gary George is PROTECTING YOUR POCKETBOOK and your hard-earned money from excessive taxes.
• Gary George fights hard to preserve stable FAMILY WAGE JOBS by working to eliminate unnecessary regulatory red-tape and reduce burdensome taxation.

Dear Friends,
When you elected me as your State Senator I promised that I would hold true to the principles of limited government and individual freedom – and my voting record proves that I have kept my commitments to you. It has been an honor representing the people of Senate District 12, and with your support I look forward to serving you again as your State Senator.

Sincerely,
Gary George

(This information furnished by Friends of Gary George.)