Republican
Occupation: Founder, Chris Dudley Foundation; Businessman
Occupational Background: Portland Trail Blazer; NBA Player; Business & Non- Profit Development
Educational Background: B.A., Economics, Yale University, CFP
Prior Governmental Experience: Republican Nominee for Governor, 2010
I’m running for Governor because Oregon deserves better.
I love this state. Its natural beauty, independent spirit, and hardworking people. But too many Oregonians see the same problems getting worse: failing schools, growing homelessness, rising crime, and an economy leaving families behind.
Our problems may feel overwhelming, but I’ve spent my whole life defying the odds. My parents taught me the value of hard work to achieve your goals, but too often that hard work doesn’t pay off for Oregon families anymore.
Growing up in a working-class home and being diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at 16 put the odds against me, but I never wavered in my determination to achieve my goals. I later became the first NBA player with Type 1 diabetes, played 16 years in the league, including six with the Portland Trail Blazers.
I took that same drive beyond basketball into my business career, becoming a Certified Financial Planner, CEO, and a leader in nonprofits right here in Oregon.
I’ve never let challenges stop me, and I’m not going to stop when it comes to fighting for Oregon.
We must restore excellence in education by raising standards, supporting parents, and ensuring every child receives a quality education.
We must confront homelessness and addiction with both empathy and accountability, expanding treatment while ending open-air drug markets and restoring order to our communities.
And we must rebuild Oregon’s economy by cutting unnecessary regulations, lowering taxes on working families, and supporting job creation across our state.
Together, we can restore opportunity, safety, and confidence in Oregon’s future.
Join me in making Oregon the best place to live, work, and play.
I’m honored to earn your vote!
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