Christine Goodwin is an American businesswoman and politician serving as a member of the Oregon House of Representatives for the 4th district. Goodwin was appointed to the House on August 12, 2021, succeeding Gary Leif for the 2nd district seat. She went on to be elected to the Oregon's 4th House district on November 8, 2022, and assumed office on January 9, 2023.
Christine Goodwin | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Oregon House of Representatives | |
| Assumed office January 9, 2023 | |
| Preceded by | Duane Stark |
| Constituency | 4th district |
| In office August 25, 2021 – January 9, 2023 | |
| Preceded by | Gary Leif |
| Succeeded by | Virgle Osborne |
| Constituency | 2nd district |
| Personal details | |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Lynn Goodwin |
| Children | 2 |
| Signature |  |
Career
editGoodwin began her career as a teacher and coach at Roseburg High School. She later worked as the administrator of her husband's optometry practice. Goodwin also founded a local coffee house and fitness club. She served as an interim member of the Douglas County Board of Commissioners.[1][2] Goodwin was appointed to serve as a member of the Oregon House of Representatives in August 2021, succeeding Gary Leif, who died in office.[3] She was sworn in on August 25, 2021.[4]
Political positions
editFollowing the Standoff at Eagle Pass, Goodwin signed a letter in support of Texas Governor Greg Abbott's decision in the conflict.[5]
Electoral history
edit| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican | Christine Goodwin | 23,634 | 97.2 | |
| Write-in | 691 | 2.8 | ||
| Total votes | 24,325 | 100% | ||
References
edit- ^ Cegavske, Carisa. "Christine Goodwin appointed to fill Gary Leif's seat in the state House". nrtoday.com. Archived from the original on 2021-08-12. Retrieved 2021-10-09.
- ^ Wolyniec, Corinne. "Christine Goodwin assumes office as Oregon state Representative – Ballotpedia News". Archived from the original on 2021-10-09. Retrieved 2021-10-09.
- ^ "Christine Goodwin chosen to replace Rep. Gary Leif". KEZI News. Archived from the original on 2021-10-09. Retrieved 2021-10-09.
- ^ Borrud, Hillary (2021-08-27). "Oregon House boasts record number of women, after swearing-in of Rep. Christine Goodwin, R-Roseburg". oregonlive. Archived from the original on 2021-08-27. Retrieved 2021-10-09.
- ^ "OR Republicans 2024-2-5 Joint letter on Texas" (PDF).
- ^ "November 8, 2022, General Election Abstract of Votes" (PDF). Oregon Secretary of State. Archived (PDF) from the original on June 12, 2023. Retrieved October 30, 2023.
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