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Vice President Kamala Harris has won the state of Oregon in the 2024 presidential election, adding eight valuable electoral votes to her tally. Oregon’s additional electoral vote this cycle, gained after the 2020 census and redistricting, underscores its growing political influence in national elections.
Oregon, a traditionally Democratic state, remains a key part of the “blue wall” Harris has relied upon as she seeks to amass the 270 electoral votes required for victory. Harris’s win here reflects continued Democratic support in the Pacific Northwest, where issues like climate action, healthcare reform, and social justice have resonated deeply with voters.
Oregon’s Growing Political Significance
The addition of an eighth electoral vote has raised Oregon’s prominence in the electoral landscape, giving Democrats a slight edge in this solidly blue state. Harris’s focus on policies that address Oregon’s priorities, from environmental protections to economic development, helped solidify her support among the state’s urban and suburban communities.
Building Momentum as Results Roll In
Oregon’s contribution adds critical momentum for the Harris campaign. With Harris securing victories in other Western states, Oregon’s support bolsters her position as the electoral map narrows. Harris’s team now turns its attention to contested battlegrounds across the nation, where each win will be crucial in what is shaping up to be one of the closest elections in recent U.S. history.