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The Oregon Nurses Association Endorses Cristian Mendoza Ruvalcaba For Highly Competitive Senate District 3 Race - 03/19/26

Medford, Ore. - The Oregon Nurses Association (ONA) has endorsed Cristian Mendoza Ruvalcaba—a nurse practitioner, educator, and longtime union member—in the highly competitive race for Oregon Senate District 3.

 

Born and raised in Medford, Cristian brings frontline healthcare experience and deep roots in the Rogue Valley to one of the most closely watched legislative races in the state. As a registered nurse, educator, and union advocate, he has spent his career fighting for patients, caregivers, and working families across Southern Oregon.

 

“I am grateful for the endorsement of ONA and the backing of such an impactful organization that fights for the rights of patients and communities every day,” said Cristian. “As a nurse and a long-time ONA member, I am running to stand up for working families, our local communities, and to build a more just and equitable healthcare system. I can’t think of a better organization that fights for those same principles every day. Together, we can earn the votes of the people in Senate District 3 and build a future that works for every family."

 

ONA represents more than 25,000 nurses and frontline healthcare professionals statewide, and thousands of caregivers in the Rogue Value including at Providence Medford Medical Center and Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center.

 

Senate District 3 is expected to be one of the most competitive and closely watched races in Oregon this year following the decision by long-time incumbent Jeff Golden not to seek reelection. Cristian is currently facing off against four other Democrats for the party’s nomination in the May primary.

 

“Cristian is a tireless advocate for our community and a true champion for working people,” said Breanna Zabel, RN, chair of the ONA Providence Medford Bargaining Unit, and a district resident. “He knows firsthand what it takes to care for patients on the frontlines—and he’ll bring that same commitment to Salem. I’m proud our union is standing with him.”

 

Cristian is running for Senate to stand up for working families and safeguard access to healthcare and education. Improving these essential services in local communities is at the heart of his campaign.

 

“Southern Oregon raised me, and I’m proud to call it home,” said Cristian. “Healthcare in the Rogue Valley is essential to our communities, but it’s under tremendous strain. Corporate-driven healthcare and deep federal funding cuts are forcing patients to choose between medications and groceries, while worsening conditions for frontline caregivers. I’ll bring the voice of frontline experience to Salem—and I will always fight for our patients, our communities, and the people actually delivering the care.”

 

Interviews available upon request. You can learn more at www.cristianforsd3.com

 
The Oregon Nurses Association (ONA) represents a diverse community of more than 25,000 nurses and healthcare professionals throughout Oregon. Together, we use our collective power to advocate for critical issues impacting patients, nurses and healthcare professionals including a more effective, affordable and accessible healthcare system; better working conditions for all healthcare professionals; and healthier communities. For more information visit www.OregonRN.org.
 
 
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The Oregon Nurses Association Endorses Cristian Mendoza Ruvalcaba For Highly Competitive Senate District 3 Race - 03/19/26

Medford, Ore. - The Oregon Nurses Association (ONA) has endorsed Cristian Mendoza Ruvalcaba—a nurse practitioner, educator, and longtime union member—in the highly competitive race for Oregon Senate District 3.

 

Born and raised in Medford, Cristian brings frontline healthcare experience and deep roots in the Rogue Valley to one of the most closely watched legislative races in the state. As a registered nurse, educator, and union advocate, he has spent his career fighting for patients, caregivers, and working families across Southern Oregon.

 

“I am grateful for the endorsement of ONA and the backing of such an impactful organization that fights for the rights of patients and communities every day,” said Cristian. “As a nurse and a long-time ONA member, I am running to stand up for working families, our local communities, and to build a more just and equitable healthcare system. I can’t think of a better organization that fights for those same principles every day. Together, we can earn the votes of the people in Senate District 3 and build a future that works for every family."

 

ONA represents more than 25,000 nurses and frontline healthcare professionals statewide, and thousands of caregivers in the Rogue Value including at Providence Medford Medical Center and Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center.

 

Senate District 3 is expected to be one of the most competitive and closely watched races in Oregon this year following the decision by long-time incumbent Jeff Golden not to seek reelection. Cristian is currently facing off against four other Democrats for the party’s nomination in the May primary.

 

“Cristian is a tireless advocate for our community and a true champion for working people,” said Breanna Zabel, RN, chair of the ONA Providence Medford Bargaining Unit, and a district resident. “He knows firsthand what it takes to care for patients on the frontlines—and he’ll bring that same commitment to Salem. I’m proud our union is standing with him.”

 

Cristian is running for Senate to stand up for working families and safeguard access to healthcare and education. Improving these essential services in local communities is at the heart of his campaign.

 

“Southern Oregon raised me, and I’m proud to call it home,” said Cristian. “Healthcare in the Rogue Valley is essential to our communities, but it’s under tremendous strain. Corporate-driven healthcare and deep federal funding cuts are forcing patients to choose between medications and groceries, while worsening conditions for frontline caregivers. I’ll bring the voice of frontline experience to Salem—and I will always fight for our patients, our communities, and the people actually delivering the care.”

 

Interviews available upon request. You can learn more at www.cristianforsd3.com

 
The Oregon Nurses Association (ONA) represents a diverse community of more than 25,000 nurses and healthcare professionals throughout Oregon. Together, we use our collective power to advocate for critical issues impacting patients, nurses and healthcare professionals including a more effective, affordable and accessible healthcare system; better working conditions for all healthcare professionals; and healthier communities. For more information visit www.OregonRN.org.
 
 
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