Upcoming Events

    • 19 Nov 2026
    • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    • Willamette Heritage Center, Dye House, 1313 Mill St Salem Oregon, 97301
    Register



    Speaker: Dr. Ed Dover

    Professor Emeritus of Political Science at Western Oregon University


    The 2026 November mid-term elections are over with almost all the races called.  Now, what is needed, is a wise man to tell us what this means to Oregonians in the future.  Dr. Ed Dover, Professor Emeritus of Political Science at Western Oregon University, is just that person.


    For over a decade, Dr. Dover has enlightened and entertains members of the Salem City Club and the public with his observations about politics and elections and he will join us November 19 to continue our tradition.


    A teacher, scholar, and longtime participant in American politics, Dover was raised in Wyoming, received a PhD in Political Science from the University of Colorado and has over forty years of teaching experience at five different colleges and universities in four states, including thirty years in Oregon.


    He is the author of six books and numerous academic papers about American presidential elections.  His activities have not been limited to academics as he has been a candidate for public office and has fulfilled many roles in numerous political campaigns, including campaign manager.


    In addition, he served as the President of the Western Oregon University Federation of Teachers and chief union negotiator during several years of collective bargaining talks.


    Currently, he is president of the Monmouth-Independence Rotary.  His wife, Dr. Molly Mayhead, is a Professor Emerita of Communication Studies at Western Oregon University.


    After registration you will receive a confirmation email that gives you the option to order lunch from Little Lois.


    Event Details:

    Doors open at 11:30

    Program starts at 12:00

Program Dates - 2026-27 Program Year

Location: Willamette Heritage Center, Dye House

Program are presented on Thursdays at Noon, Starting in 2026. 

  • September 10: Oregon Wildfires
  • September 24:  Election Integrity with EVIC
  • October 8: Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read
  • October 22: Representative Andrea Salinas
  • November 12: Universal Health Plan Governance Board
  • November 19: Election Review with Professor Ed Dover
  • December 3: Holiday Social

Upcoming Programs 2027- Topics and Speakers To be Announced

  • January 14
  • January 28
  • February 11
  • February 25
  • March 11
  • March 25
  • April 8
  • April 22
  • May 6
  • May 20

Please mark your calendars - details to follow on the Salem City Club website. 

If you would like to sponsor an upcoming program contact Josie at office@salemcityclub.com






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