A collection of documents and artifacts from Oregon State Senator Jackie Winters is currently on loan to Linfield University’s Archives and Special Collections. Researchers and guests can view various records and articles pertaining to Winters’ professional and personal life. This includes political campaign materials, speeches, press clippings and more.
First elected to office in 1998, Winters became the first African American Republican to serve in the Oregon Legislative Assembly and served until her death in 2019. Winters was elected Senate minority leader in 2017, becoming the first Black Republican Caucus leader in Oregon.
Individuals can view the collection by appointment. Contact 503-883-2734 or rschmidt@linfield.edu.
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