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Nov 62 min read
Kent Vander Kamp Elected as Deschutes County Sheriff with Overwhelming Support from Community
Kent Vander Kamp Elected as Deschutes County Sheriff with Overwhelming Support from Community
Oct 302 min read
Statement from Kent Vander Kamp in Response to Sheriff Shane Nelson’s Statement
Today, I am addressing recent comments from Sheriff Shane Nelson that raise serious questions about fairness and transparency as we...
Oct 303 min read
Bend Police Chief Jim Porter's Letter of Endorsement For Kent Vander Kamp
As submitted to the Bend Bulletin 10/30/2024 I have had the pleasure of working with and at times supervising many of the current...
Oct 283 min read
Kent Vander Kamp's Vital Role as a SWAT Medic
The Vital Role of SWAT Medics in Law Enforcement Last week, Sgt Kent Vander Kamp was awarded a life-saving award as a detective and SWAT...
Oct 242 min read
Kent Vander Kamp Honored with Life-Saving Award from Portland Police Bureau
Portland, OR – Deschutes County Sheriff candidate Kent Vander Kamp and his fellow detectives and SWAT team members were celebrated for...
Oct 193 min read
Kent is the Right Balance of Compassion and Law Enforcement That We Need
Part of my recovery included realizing how grateful I was to be alive. During these reflections, I realized Kent’s support was integral
Aug 283 min read
Vision Requires Action: Initiating a Financial Audit of the Deschutes County Sheriff's Office
As your next Sheriff for Deschutes County, I believe in transparency, accountability, and responsible financial management.
Aug 212 min read
A Hero for Deschutes County: Kent Vanderkamp for Sheriff
Two decades ago, on a treacherous journey through Santiam Pass, I found myself in a life-threatening situation.
Aug 102 min read
An Update From Kent Vander Kamp; A Sincere Apology and Clarification Regarding My Volunteer Experience 27 Years Ago.
A Sincere Apology and Clarification Regarding My Volunteer Experience
Jul 291 min read
Sensationalism and The Rush to Spread False News
After last week’s post on VoteVanderKamp.com about ethical campaigning, the Vote Vander Kamp Team has received over a dozen emails from...
Jul 173 min read
Where Does Leadership Come From?
t's common to believe that leadership is defined by titles, positions, or power – perhaps by the corner office, the prime parking spot...
Jun 271 min read
Important Announcement from Kent Vander Kamp
As many of you know, for the past 30 years, I have had the privilege of creating and leading Oracle Funding Corp, a company dedicated to...
Jun 102 min read
Kent's "dedication, commitment, and follow-through" ended years of terror for a Bend family and local non-profits.
Troy Richards endured over a thousand harassing calls over 18 months, orchestrated by a UK prankster, until Kent Vander Kamp stopped it with
Apr 103 min read
Investing in Our Youth: Kent Will Build a Safer Future Together
Kent Vander Kamp commits to championing these programs and initiatives as we look ahead.
Apr 12 min read
Oregon's New Alarming Drunk Driving Statistics and Kent's Commitment To Change
As someone deeply committed to the safety of our community, I see this challenge as an opportunity to make a real difference.
Feb 273 min read
Breaking Barriers: The Crucial Role of Women in Law Enforcement Leadership
Women leaders bring a diverse perspective to law enforcement agencies, offering a holistic approach to community safety.
Feb 112 min read
Fighting Fentanyl From the Frontlines: Safeguarding Our Community's Future through Unity and Action
Facing the challenge of safeguarding our community's safety and well-being, we encounter a formidable adversary: fentanyl.
Feb 23 min read
Measure 110 Reconsidered: Balancing Public Health and Safety in the Face of Escalating Drug Issues in Oregon
I believe there is an urgent need to strike a balance between a public health approach and public safety, encouraging active treatment...
Jan 262 min read
Catalysts for Change: Leaders vs. Managers in Law Enforcement Dynamics
As a leader in law enforcement, I believe a fundamental misconception about leadership within our ranks exists. It is commonly...
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