Ben’s Priorities in the Legislature

Lower the Cost of Living: I support reducing the cost of healthcare and prescription drugs, expanding affordable childcare options, and creating more living-wage jobs to promote economic mobility.

Build a World-Class Public Education System: We can lift academic achievement by investing in preschool for all, reading programs, and CTE. We must support educators and lower the cost of higher education.

Invest in Affordable Housing and Address Homelessness: We must build more housing, make purchasing easier for first-time home buyers, and expand access to mental health and addiction services.

Protect Oregon’s Environment: I love this state and believe deeply in preserving the natural beauty that makes it special. We must also combat and build resilience to climate change.

“Ben is a committed leader with a hopeful vision for Oregon’s future. No one will work harder to deliver results for all Oregonians.”

-Governor Barbara Roberts

“Ben is exactly what Oregon needs right now — a bright, visionary public servant committed to solving our most complex problems in a way that builds community.”

-Governor John Kitzhaber

“As chair of the Tigard-Tualatin School Board, Ben has a proven track record of building consensus and thinking independently, even on challenging issues. I can’t think of anyone better to represent our community than Ben.” 

-Tigard Mayor Jason Snider