Edward Baker

Edward Baker was born in Milwaukie, Oregon. Baker has managed several businesses.[1]

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Ed Baker is a disabled, lifelong Oregonian. He has faced many of the same challenges currently facing people in Portland. Ed has overcome a gambling addiction, a felony conviction and homelessness. Ed believes in Truth and Accountability. He wants to see ANTIFA and those who break the law punished for their crimes, as he was for his. He wants to help the Homeless find their passion for life again. Ed was President of Clackamas Babe Ruth Baseball and was a Coach for thirteen years.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

Support Portland Police so to defeat ANTIFA and Black Lives Matter RiotersThink BIG to help those living on the streets of PortlandLess Government Control - People need to help People and need to be allowed to do so.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Homelessness - I was personally homeless due to a criminal record. I recently got my felony expunged after 13 years of having that haunt me. I was able to overcome homelessness and am living in subsidized housing. I have personal experience in many of the areas that are facing people on the streets of Portland today.

What qualities does this office possess that makes it a unique and important part of the state government and legal system?

The people elected to the Portland City Council have responsibilities overseeing the Bureaus of the city.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

My Grandma. She was the most peaceful, kindest person I have ever met. She was that way to everyone. I never heard her cuss or say a negative thing about anyone.

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

We need to talk about Sandy Hook.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Truth and Accountability. Being Nonpartisan and giving a voice to everyone in the community regardless of their political affiliations.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

Truth and Accountability. I tell it like it is. I represent everyone in a nonpartisan manner.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Transparency, Honesty, Integrity and Accountability.

What legacy would you like to leave?

Saving Portland and with it America.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

9/11. I was 22 years old.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

Market Research Telephone Interviewer doing surveys for NBC Television. I was there around five years.

What is your favorite book? Why?

Dr. Seuss "The Sneetches" - because it sums up the labels of "Conservative" and "Liberal" as well as the division with the Political Parties.

If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?

I hate fiction.

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

A Lap Dance is so much better when the stripper is crying by Bloodhound Gang

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

A Gambling addiction. I no longer gamble.

Are there any little-known powers or responsibilities held by this office that you believe more people should be aware of?

Not that I know of yet.

Do you believe that it's beneficial for holders of this office to have previous experience in government or politics?

No it isn't necessary or beneficial. It is more important that they be willing to listen to multiple points of view while coming to a position. Too many of the candidates have all the answers already.

What kind of skills or expertise do you believe would be the most helpful for the holders of this office to possess?

Personal experience in struggling with the challenges facing people in our community. Addiction, Criminal Record, Homelessness, Poverty. Being able to serve as a Nonpartisan so everyone has a voice and representation.

Tell us your favorite joke.

It's in your hand.

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