Josiah Dean
Pacific Green
Josiah Dean is a Pacific Green candidate for the Oregon House of Representatives in District 57 on the November 3, 2026 general election ballot. Josiah Dean graduated from Palo Verde High School. Dean earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Arizona in 1986 and a graduate degree from the University of Nevada, Reno in 1996.
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“Investing in Local Businesses: I advocate for shifting priorities away from multi-billion-dollar tax abatements for out-of-state tech giants and toward supporting small businesses, family farms, ranches, and local entrepreneurs. My plan streamlines state licensing for local ventures and expands trade training for youth.”
(Ballotpedia 2026 Candidate Connection Survey) “Protecting Taxpayer Dollars & Services: I will introduce legislation to reform the Oregon Enterprise Zone program, strictly mandating that a portion of fees from large industrial tech developments directly fund rural fire districts, road maintenance, and local emergency services.”
(Ballotpedia 2026 Candidate Connection Survey) “Expanding Infrastructure: I am committed to expanding affordable, high-speed middle-mile and last-mile broadband. My proposals prioritize funding for local utility co-ops and school districts rather than private out-of-state corporations.”
(Ballotpedia 2026 Candidate Connection Survey)