Dirk VanderHart is a journalist at OPB (Oregon Public Broadcasting). He covers Oregon politics and government, with a focus on general assignment news, regional interest, and legal affairs. Dirk's work has been featured in numerous outlets including The Observer, NPR, and The New York Times.
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Dirk VanderHart's coverage is highly focused on local government and politics in Oregon, particularly around legislation, taxation, and legal policy. He frequently covers announcements from the government and developments related to legal policy regulation.
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The frontrunner in the Republican race for governor aguest she’s the clear choice to take on Gov. Tina Kotek in November.
By: Dirk Vanderhart
The two-term state representative scored a stunning victory last year. Can he stage a repeat?
The tax-raising measure’s low profile this election season belies a years-long political drama. Here's a rundown.
Measure 120 is doomed. Ask anybody.
By: Lauren Dake, Andrew Theen
The top candidates for the Republican party’s nomination for governor include some interesting story lines and familiar names.
The two-term Oregon state representative scored a stunning victory last year. Can he stage a repeat?
The tax-raising measure’s low profile this election season belies a years-long political drama.
The frontrunner in the Republican race for Oregon governor argues she’s the clear choice to take on Gov. Tina Kotek in November.
By: Dirk Vanderhart
The agreement comes after Secretary of State Tobias Read announced changes to the state’s practices in January.
By: Dirk Vanderhart
The 'No Tax Clawback' campaign is staring down a June 4 deadline to collect nearly 80,000 signatures.
