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“I oppose gas tax increases that punish working families.”
Verifiable as a stated policy position in the Multnomah County voters' pamphlet. Ross is on the record opposing Measure 120 (which is the gas-tax / transportation funding referendum on this same ballot).
“Leadership should answer first to the voters, not political succession, special interests, or institutional endorsements.”
No organizational endorsements are listed in the candidate's pamphlet statement, consistent with the stated independent-candidate position.
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Window 01/01/2025 – 05/12/2026. ORESTAR returned no transactions for committee "Ken Ross". The committee may not be registered, may be filed under a different name, or may not have received any contributions in this window.
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I oppose gas tax increases that punish working families while political insiders protect the status quo. I am running for Metro Council President as an independent candidate because leadership should answer first to the voters, not political succession, special interests, or institutional endorsements. For more than 35 years, I have served on the front lines of public service, working directly with communities, workers, and youth affected by government decisions. Throughout my career, I have not hesitated to challenge institutional corruption, demand accountability, and stand up for those whose voices are too often ignored. Our region must also bring economic growth back in ways that protect working families and strengthen local communities. That means encouraging responsible development, supporting good-paying jobs, and pursuing innovative solutions that make our region affordable and livable again. Metro must pursue creative housing strategies. If Portland Public Schools closes schools, Metro should partner with local governments to repurpose surplus school sites into mixed-income housing for working families, seniors, teachers, and first-time homebuyers while preserving valuable community assets. This election presents a clear choice: continue along the current path supported by institutional insiders, or choose independent leadership grounded in frontline experience and accountability to the public. My priorities are simple: • Independent oversight and transparent governance • Protection for whistleblowers and frontline workers • Strong public services and institutional stability • Innovative housing solutions that strengthen working families Occupational Background: Public safety; municipal government; juvenile justice; labor representation; community advocacy. 35+ years of frontline public service. Prior Governmental Experience: Union officer; public employee; community advisory work.
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