April Dobson

April Dobson earned a high school diploma from Scappoose High School and a bachelor's degree from the University of Oregon. Her career experience includes working as a nonprofit professional.[1]

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

A mom of three and elected member of the North Clackamas School Board, April knows the challenges working families face first-hand, dealing with underfunded schools, expensive childcare, and a healthcare system that works for no one. As our State Representative, she'll hold government accountable for Oregonians.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

Defending Reproductive Health Care:

With Republicans trying to pass a national abortion ban, April will defend the right to safe and legal abortion here in Oregon.

That's why April is the only candidate in the race endorsed by Planned Parenthood.Supporting Working Families:

Rising Costs impact all of us, which is why April will work with Republicans and Democrats to block any effort to toll I-205. April knows that Clackamas County families already pay more than their fair share, and she'll fight to reduce costs.

That's why as a community leader, April is fighting to stop a pending rate increase from PGE on our electricity bills.Keeping Our Community Safe:

As part of a law enforcement family, April knows that it's critical that we provide public safety officers the resources they need to keep our communities safe, address the fentanyl crisis, and reduce gun violence.

That's why April is endorsed by Clackamas County Sheriff Angela Brandenburg, firefighters, and police chiefs.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

With three kids in public school, April knows we need responsible investments in public education to support our classrooms. She will champion recruiting and retaining highly trained educators, strengthening mental and behavioral health supports for students, supporting special education, and reducing class sizes.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

One of my earliest jobs was helping my dad research his book "Oregon's Prevailing Wage Law: Benefiting the Public, the Worker, and the Employer." He was a rabble rouser, and after serving in the Marines he organized meat packers so they could have a safe workplace and a living wage. After putting himself through college and law school, he didn't go work for big corporations like so many of his classmates. His clients were working people and the public interest. He taught me to always stick up for the underdog, no matter the odds.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

Planned Parenthood PAC of Oregon, Oregon Chiefs of Police Association, Oregon Sheriffs PAC, Oregon Nurses Association, Oregon State Fire Fighters Council, Oregon Education Association - PAC, Stand for Children, Western States Carpenters, Ironworkers Local 49, Basic Rights Oregon PAC, SEIU Oregon

U.S. Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley, Sheriff Angela Brandenburg, Former-Sheriff Craig Roberts, Milwaukie Mayor Lisa Batey, and Happy Valley City Councilor Brett Sherman

What committees interest you?

Education and Economic Development, Small Business, and Trade.