As the election for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District approaches, The Bulletin is committed to ensuring that your voice is heard in this critical democratic process.

I am reaching out to invite you to submit your questions for an Oct. 15 debate between candidates Lori Chavez-DeRemer (R-Happy Valley) and Janelle Bynum (D-Portland). I will be co-moderating this event with colleagues from Central Oregon Daily TV and KBND News.

This is a pivotal moment for Oregon’s future, as the 5th District is a key swing district that will have a lasting impact on state and national issues. The Nov. 5 election will shape how we address challenges in healthcare, education, the economy and more. Your participation in this debate gives us the chance to raise the issues that matter most to our communities here in Central Oregon.

We want to ensure that the concerns and questions of our audience are represented in this debate. If there is a topic you’d like the candidates to address or a specific question you have in mind, please email it to me directly at jjohnson@bendbulletin.com.

Your input can help drive the conversation and ensure that this debate truly reflects the priorities of the voters in our district.

— Julie Johnson, city editor