David Nelson (Oregon politician)

David Nelson (born August 6, 1941) is a Republican politician from the U.S. state of Oregon. He served four terms in the Oregon State Senate. He lives in Pendleton, and represented District 29.^[1]

David Nelson
Member of the Oregon Senate from the 29th district
In office 1997–2013
Preceded by	Gordon H. Smith
Succeeded by	Bill Hansell
Personal details
Born	(1941-08-06) August 6, 1941 (age 83) Pendleton, Oregon, U.S.
Political party	Republican
Spouse	Alice
Children	4
Alma mater	University of California, Berkeley University of Oregon (Bachelor's)
Occupation	Politician

Early life and education

David Nelson was born in Pendleton, Oregon, United States.^[2] He attended the University of California at Berkeley, but then transferred to the University of Oregon, where he earned a bachelor's degree in Political Science in 1964. He then managed, and later purchased, a wheat farm in Brady, Montana. He earned a law degree from the University of Montana Law School in 1967.

Political experience

Nelson was County Attorney for Pondera County, Montana for 1971-1975.^[2] He served as a senator in the Oregon State Senate from 1996 to 2013; and was Oregon State Senate Majority Leader in 2001.^[1]

Organizations

David Nelson has been a member of the following organizations: American Bar Association, Babe Ruth Association, Eastern Oregon Symphony, Education Foundation of Pendleton, Oregon Wheat League, Pendleton Swim Association, and the Rotary Club^[2]

Personal life

Nelson and his wife Alice have four children and four grandchildren.^[2]