Tigard’s next voice in the legislature

“Oregon should be the best place in America to live and raise a family: world-class schools, a clean environment, affordable housing, sustainable infrastructure, and abundant economic opportunity, free from racism, homophobia, and all forms of bigotry.” — Ben Bowman

World-Class Public Education
Supporting Workers and Creating Economic Opportunity
Affordable Housing and Homelessness Solutions
Racial Justice and Equity
Protecting our Environment and Bold Climate Policy
Lowering Health Care Costs
Investing in our Infrastructure and Expanding Public Transportation
Reviving Oregon’s Civic Culture

Ben Bowman grew up going to school in the Tigard-Tualatin School District. Today, he serves as Chair of the Tigard-Tualatin School Board. His mom was a high school English teacher and his dad worked for the post office; his parents taught him to have integrity, to fight hard for what you believe in, and to understand the value of public education. He later earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Oregon and his master’s degree in education policy from Stanford University.

Ben is a 7th generation Oregonian with deep roots in Tigard. In his day job, he works in state education policy where he has led complex, equity-focused work at the state level. Previously, he worked for former Rep. Margaret Doherty, who represented Tigard in the legislature for over a decade.

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“Ben is the person I trust to fight for students, families, and working people. He will be an incredibly effective legislator and I’m thrilled he stepped up to run.”
“Ben’s connection and commitment to this community run deep. That’s why we are united in supporting him. I can’t think of anyone better to be Tigard’s next voice in the State Capitol.”
“I have known Ben for nearly a decade and I can tell you he is thoughtful, intelligent, and empathetic. He will be one of Oregon’s top public education leaders. No one will work harder for students.”