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Oregon's first Latino DA, John Haroldson, retires

John Haroldson was the first Hispanic District Attorney in the state of Oregon.
Benton County, Oregon
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Benton County, Oregon
John Haroldson was the first Hispanic District Attorney in the state of Oregon.

Benton County District Attorney John M. Haroldson is a trailblazer in Oregon’s legal community. As the first Hispanic or Latino District Attorney in the state's history, Haroldson's career has been marked by his dedication to justice and his commitment to community service.

Raised in both the Pacific Northwest and Monterrey, Mexico, Haroldson’s bilingual and bicultural upbringing has been a defining influence in his legal career, a role he has approached with a deep understanding of diverse perspectives. Haroldson enters retirement leaving behind a legacy of justice, education, and service—a legacy that has paved the way for future generations in Oregon’s legal community.

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