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Armed occupiers have disrupted community life for residents in Burns, Oregon, said Harney County Sheriff David Ward.
Amanda Peacher / OPB
During the armed occupation of the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge, Harney County Sheriff Dave Ward was a leading local voice against the occupiers.
Now Ward is up for election. His opponent, Alan Johnson, is a retired Oregon State Police Trooper.
All Things Considered host Kate Davidson talked to OPB Central Oregon reporter Amanda Peacher about the race.
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