Jason Atkinson

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Jason Atkinson (born November 6, 1970, Sacramento, California) is a Republican politician in the State of Oregon. Atkinson earned a Bachelors degree from Southern Oregon University in 1992 and a MBA from Willamette University in 1997. Atkinson is the founder of several entrepreneurial ventures, including Allmand Tree Creative. He also hosts a local radio talk show in Medford.

In 1998, Atkinson began his public service career as a State Representative in the Oregon Legislature. In 2000, he became a State Senator for District 2. In the State Senate he has served as Deputy Majority Leader, Majority Whip and Committee Chair. Atkinson was re-elected to a second 4-year State Senate term without opposition in 2004.

Atkinson and his wife Stephanie live in Jacksonville with their son, Perry. The Atkinsons are of the Presbyterian faith.

In 2006, Atkinson ran for the Republican nomination for Governor of Oregon. He finished third with 22% of the vote, behind the nominee, Ron Saxton, who garnered 43% and Kevin Mannix, who received 30%. Atkinson is currently seen as having a bright future in Oregon politics, and his name is frequently mentioned as a possible candidate for Oregon Secretary of State in 2008.^{[citation needed]}