NICK FISH

OCCUPATION: Civil rights attorney; host, Outlook Portland

OCCUPATIONAL BACKGROUND: Defending employees against illegal firing and discrimination; helping small businesses and non-profits succeed

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: Northeastern Law School; Harvard College

PRIOR GOVERNMENTAL EXPERIENCE: Portland Public Schools Childcare Task Force; Vice-Chair, Housing Authority of Portland; Multnomah County Task Force on Vital Aging; Oregon Cultural Trust; legislative aide, Congressman Barney Frank

Personal: Nick, Patricia and their two children live in the Grant Park neighborhood.

Nick Fish: A New Voice at City Hall

“Nick Fish will bring his values of social justice and environmental stewardship plus an outstanding record of community service to our City Council. I am proud to endorse him.” – Governor Barbara Roberts

Nick Fish: Opening City Government to Everyone

Nick has been shining a light on city government, as the host of a weekly public affairs program.

On City Council, Nick will fight for stronger “ sunshine laws ” -- making it easier for the public to see how City Hall spends money and makes decisions.

Nick Fish: Progressive Leadership

• Helped secure $35 million to revitalize North Portland affordable housing.
• Led coalition to save Portland Women's Crisis Line.
• Raised tens of thousands of dollars for scholarships at PSU.
• Worked on plan to create new opportunities for older adults.
• Board member, Oregon League of Minority Voters.

Nick Fish: A Vision for the Future

The Portland Association of Teachers and Stand for Children endorse Nick because he will open up opportunities for every child by supporting investments in smaller classes and closing the achievement gap.

Nick is a champion of neighborhood small businesses and will work to create sustainable family-wage jobs that benefit our city and environment.

Community Endorsements:

Treasurer Randall Edwards
NARAL Pro-Choice Oregon (Green Light)
Basic Rights Oregon Equality PAC (Green Light)

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(This information furnished by Nick Fish for City Council)