The Oregonian slammed Ron for attacking Governor Kulongoski during a recent Black Crater Fire. They said:

The Republican candidate for governor isn't the first to use the glow of a fire as a political backdrop, and he won't be the last. But dry forests and partisan politics are a combustible mix in Oregon, and while an actual fire is threatening the homes and lives of Oregonians, the candidates ought to have the good grace to keep their distance.

This is just the most recent example of Ron Saxton acting like a typical politician who will say anything to get elected.