Politics Now‘OPB Politics Now’: The life and legacy of an Oregon political legend you may not knowBy Lauren Dake (OPB), Jacob Pander (OPB) and Eden McCall (OPB)PORTLAND, Ore. Nov. 12, 2026 2:15 p.m.The Beaver State was not always reliably blue.THANKS TO OUR SPONSOR:Become a Sponsor📨 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