PoliticsPhil Knight spends big to help Oregon Republicans regain power in state LegislatureBy Dirk VanderHart (OPB)Sept. 29, 2022 7:53 p.m.The Nike co-founder has given to legislative races in the past, but never to this degree. So far records show he’s spent $2 million on the effort.📨 Daily news in your inboxSign up today for OPB’s “First Look” – your daily guide to the most important news and culture stories from around the Northwest.EmailPlease leave this field blankSign up