Oregon
Marion County’s Danielle Bethell to run for Oregon governor, focusing on accountability
EUGENE, Ore. — Danielle Bethell, a Marion County commissioner, has announced her run for Oregon governor.
She says her campaign is centered on holding state agencies accountable, making sure taxpayer dollars are used wisely, and having a collaborative partnership with the legislature.
FULL INTERVIEW: Marion County Commissioner Danielle Bethell announced run for governor, Nov. 20, 2025. (SBG)
“I’m running for governor because it’s time Oregonians have an executive in office that understands the functions of government instead of a policy maker or a politician that’s running on an agenda that’s specific to some linear scope,” says Bethell, a Republican.
She says what sets her apart from candidate Senator Christine Drazan is that they have worked different positions and have different careers.
Marion County’s Danielle Bethell to run for Oregon governor, focusing on accountability
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Bethel says if she is elected the first thing she would do is convene transparent meetings with every local government agency in Oregon and make sure every county in Oregon has a voice.