Senator Jeff Merkley comes from a family of fighters. According to family lore, his grandmother lived for a time in a boxcar during the Great Depression. Jeff’s mother stretched a dollar as far as anyone possibly could, and his father overcame a serious illness and went on to work in a lumber mill and become a union machinist. Life wasn’t glamorous, but together, Jeff’s parents saved enough to buy a modest home, take their children on annual camping vacations, and retire comfortably after a lifetime of contributing to their community.
If you are planning a trip to Washington, DC, our office can assist you in planning your visit. The nation’s capital is rich with historic landmarks and cultural resources. We can help you coordinate tours of the White House, the Capitol Building, Library of Congress and many other museums and galleries. You can also join Jeff for coffee while you're in DC.