Politics
Grand Ronde Tribes donate to Oregon Republican


The Confederated Grand Ronde Tribes of Oregon donated money to a Republican candidate for the state Legislature.

Fred Girod, a candidate for House District 17, reported a $1,000 contribution from the tribe. The Albany Democrat-Herald did not explain why the tribe might have donated the money.

Girod is running against Democrat Dan Thackaberry.

Get the Story:
Tribe, retailers among last-minute donors (The Albany Democrat-Herald 11/6)

Relevant Links:
Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde - http://www.grandronde.org

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