Sarah Finger McDonald is a Democratic representative for Oregon House District 16, which encompasses Corvallis and Adair Village in Benton County. A mom, activist, scientist, and cancer survivor, she entered politics following the Sandy Hook shooting, founding the Corvallis chapter of Moms Demand Action and serving on the board of the Alliance for a Safe Oregon . She previously chaired the Corvallis School Board. Notable achievements include winning her 2024 election with 82.8% of the vote after a narrow Democratic primary victory, and currently serving as Vice-Chair of the House Committee on Agriculture, Land Use, Natural Resources, and Water.

Education and Political Experience

Education: PhD in Horticulture from Oregon State University; MS from Virginia Tech; BS from University of Notre Dame.

Professional Background: Academic Advisor and Instructor/Research Associate at Oregon State University.

Political Experience:
- Corvallis School Board Chair.
- Elected to Oregon House of Representatives, District 16 , replacing Dan Rayfield.
- Founding member, Oregon chapter of Moms Demand Action.
- Board member, Alliance for a Safe Oregon.