Oregon Battle for the Statehouse Governor Election AARP Bulletin
Oregon Battle for the Statehouse, Governor Election - AARP Bulletin
Do Overview: In a battle of exes, former Gov. John Kitzhaber, D, faces former pro basketball star Chris Dudley, R, who emerged from a nine-person field in the May primary. Kitzhaber, an emergency room doctor before his first tenure as governor (1995 to 2003), was an early advocate of Oregon's statewide health plan and protector of Oregon farmland and forest areas. Dudley, who spent 16 years as an NBA center, has league records for missed foul shots (five on one foul because opponents committed three lane violations while he was shooting in 1989, and 13 straight misses in 1990). Since retiring he's been a volunteer high school coach and a financial adviser. 50+ Facts: Check the latest Fun Fact: During his pro career, Dudley donated $300,000 to pay college tuition costs for the fourth-grade class at Vernon School in Portland. 'Wild Card' Issue: National politics. Will Kitzhaber be adversely affected by the anti-Democratic wave crossing the country? Cancel You are leaving AARP.org and going to the website of our trusted provider. The provider’s terms, conditions and policies apply. Please return to AARP.org to learn more about other benefits. Your email address is now confirmed. You'll start receiving the latest news, benefits, events, and programs related to AARP's mission to empower people to choose how they live as they age. You can also by updating your account at anytime. You will be asked to register or log in. Cancel Offer Details Disclosures
Oregon Battle for the Statehouse
Senate Races
Incumbent: Gov. Ted Kulongoski (D) is term-limited Republican: Basketball player Chris Dudley Democrat: Former Gov. John Kitzhaber Independent: Soloflex founder Jerry Wilson 2008 Presidential Result: Obama 57%; McCain 40% 55+ Population (2009 estimate): 26.4%Related
ReadDo Overview: In a battle of exes, former Gov. John Kitzhaber, D, faces former pro basketball star Chris Dudley, R, who emerged from a nine-person field in the May primary. Kitzhaber, an emergency room doctor before his first tenure as governor (1995 to 2003), was an early advocate of Oregon's statewide health plan and protector of Oregon farmland and forest areas. Dudley, who spent 16 years as an NBA center, has league records for missed foul shots (five on one foul because opponents committed three lane violations while he was shooting in 1989, and 13 straight misses in 1990). Since retiring he's been a volunteer high school coach and a financial adviser. 50+ Facts: Check the latest Fun Fact: During his pro career, Dudley donated $300,000 to pay college tuition costs for the fourth-grade class at Vernon School in Portland. 'Wild Card' Issue: National politics. Will Kitzhaber be adversely affected by the anti-Democratic wave crossing the country? Cancel You are leaving AARP.org and going to the website of our trusted provider. The provider’s terms, conditions and policies apply. Please return to AARP.org to learn more about other benefits. Your email address is now confirmed. You'll start receiving the latest news, benefits, events, and programs related to AARP's mission to empower people to choose how they live as they age. You can also by updating your account at anytime. You will be asked to register or log in. Cancel Offer Details Disclosures