From the article:
Several national media outlets have already started talking about the new poll and Conger’s impressive numbers. Michael Warren from The Weekly Standard said, “Conger, the state representative from rural Central Oregon, is much more in line with the state party on issues like abortion, and this poll shows him within striking distance of Merkley. He’s also no rube; after living on his own for part of his youth, including time on the streets, Conger eventually graduated from Harvard Law School. He was first elected to the state house in 2010 and reelected in 2012, rising through the ranks of leadership.”
Don’t forget, this is OREGON! If the Republicans nominate a candidate that is very conservative, the result will be the reelection of the Democrat. Don’t forget Nevada, Maryland, Indiana and Missouri where they did that in 2012.
I doubt that a strong conservative like Conger can win in Oregon today except in afluke. This year may very well be afluke but I wouldnt put much stock in his chances of being reelected should he win in a fluke. Thelady doctor has amuch better chance to win and would be more likely to last as opposed to having a lib Democrat. Normally moderates like her are in the mold of packwood and Hatfield. They are cautious and notlikely to stab you in the back like MccCain and Graham. My heart is telling me to go with Conger but My head says go with the lady Doctor.
PS I am not from Oregon so I am not a threat to any one in this race.