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Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read @orsecretaryread.bsky.social · 1d

Lebanon High School needs your vote! The school is working hard to win the T-Mobile Friday Night 5G Lights contest to get a new team grandstand and facilities. Vote once per day at https://www.t-mobile.com/brand/friday-night-5g-lights/h or get the QR code at the end of this video.

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Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read @orsecretaryread.bsky.social · 4d

Thank you to Vancouver Avenue First Baptist Church for inviting me to join you in serving meals to Oregonians. It was a great reminder that resilient communities are built through everyday acts of service and care. Oregonians: how are you showing up for your friends and neighbors?

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Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read @orsecretaryread.bsky.social · 5d

Last night at Pitch Latino Portland, Latino entrepreneurs took the stage to share their business's impact and vision. It was an honor to celebrate their innovation and proclaim October 09, 2025 as Latino Entrepreneurship Day! Investing in small businesses like these is investing in Oregon's future.

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Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read @orsecretaryread.bsky.social · 6d

Decades of service, scholarship, and civic engagement come together at the Academy for Lifelong Learning in Corvallis. I'm grateful for the opportunity to have spoken with this inspiring group about Oregon's voting system last week, and for the role they play in strengthening our democracy.

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Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read @orsecretaryread.bsky.social · 6d

Representative Hòa Nguyễn was a dedicated, passionate, and accomplished public servant. Oregon is a more just, compassionate place because of her leadership. Our hearts are with her family and her community today as we all mourn her loss.

OR House Democrats @orhousedemocrats.bsky.social · 6d

Representative Hòa Nguyễn passed away this morning surrounded by loved ones after a courageous fight against cancer.

She asked that this chapter of her life be remembered through the work of making Oregon a just, equitable, and compassionate place. #orleg #orpol

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Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read @orsecretaryread.bsky.social · 7d

It's time to send our National Guard troops home.

The Trump Admin took them away from their jobs & families for this pointless political stunt. Every moment this Admin fails to follow the law just raises the bill for hardworking American taxpayers.
www.opb.org/article/2025...

Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek calls for National Guard troops to demobilize

Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek on Tuesday directed the roughly 200 members of Oregon National Guard troops who had been stationed at Camp Rilea, outside of Astoria, to demobilize and head home.

www.opb.org

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Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read @orsecretaryread.bsky.social · 7d

Cities are where government gets real, where the rubber meets the road, sometimes literally. That’s why I’m committed to being a true partner to our local leaders as we build a brighter future for Oregon together. Great to speak with the League of Oregon Cities last weekend!

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Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read @orsecretaryread.bsky.social · 8d

Big thanks to the clerks in Morrow, Curry, & Klamath Counties for the warm welcome & great conversations last month. Their leadership drives Oregon's free & fair elections, protecting all citizens right to vote.

That marks 32 of 36 counties visited- Lake County, you're next!

Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read @orsecretaryread.bsky.social · 9d

National Voter Education Week is about your power as an American citizen: the power of your voice, your ballot, your choice. Make sure you are registered and have a plan to vote in the next election: there’s one on November 4, 2025. oregonvotes.gov/myvote

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Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read @orsecretaryread.bsky.social · 11d

This is a win for the rule of law and our rights as Americans. Our city does not want or need a military invasion, and we will not give the President the spectacle he wants to use to distract from his own failures.

The Oregonian @oregonian.com · 11d

A judge on Saturday ordered the Trump administration to halt its mobilization of 200 Oregon National Guard troops to protect the ICE building in Portland and its officers amid nightly protests.

www.oregonlive.com/crime/2025/1...

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Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read @orsecretaryread.bsky.social · 12d

$10 million -- that's how much taxpayers could pay for this military deployment on American streets. We don't want or need this. Portland is a beautiful, peaceful city where people are just trying to live their lives, go to work, and raise their kids. https://bit.ly/3KASStW

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Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read @orsecretaryread.bsky.social · 12d

Great to speak with Oregonians at the Salem City Club — I always leave rooms like this inspired by the care and passion people have for our state and our future. Thank you for having me!

Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read @orsecretaryread.bsky.social · 16d

Municipal recorders help preserve their communities' stories and keep local government running smoothly. I am grateful to the Oregon Association of Municipal Recorders (OAMR) for all they do, and for welcoming me to their conference.

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Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read @orsecretaryread.bsky.social · 18d

This should chill every American to their core.

The President is abusing our military to take over communities and target American citizens.

This is wrong, and no matter where you stand on the political spectrum, stand with us to peacefully say: no troops on our streets.

The Associated Press @apnews.com · 18d

BREAKING: Trump says he'll send troops to Portland, Oregon, as he expands military deployments in U.S. cities.

Trump says he'll send troops to Portland, Oregon, to handle 'domestic terrorists'

President Donald Trump says he'll send troops to Portland, Oregon, to handle “domestic terrorists” as he expands his controversial deployments to more American cities.

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Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read @orsecretaryread.bsky.social · 19d

Proud to join @wyden.senate.gov, Oregon House Speaker @repfahey.bsky.social, Oregon Senator James Manning, and Barbara Smith Warner to address recent attacks on vote-by-mail. We're standing up for Oregonians' right to accessible, secure elections. Our democracy is stronger when every voice is heard.

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Speaker Julie Fahey @repfahey.bsky.social · 20d

(1/2) I was honored to join @wyden.senate.gov, @orsecretaryread.bsky.social, Sen. Manning & Barbara Smith Warner of @voteathome.bsky.social to talk about the importance of Oregon’s vote-by-mail system. Oregon has led the nation, showing that VBM is secure, effective & increases turnout #ORleg #ORpol

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Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read @orsecretaryread.bsky.social · 27d

Politics should never interfere with how we run elections. Our system of elections should be about trust, security, and making sure every lawful vote counts. That’s what we have in Oregon, and we intend to keep it that way.

www.oregonlive.com/opinion/2025...

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Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read @orsecretaryread.bsky.social · 27d

The federal government is trying to intimidate us into handing over Oregonians’ private data. I took an oath to protect Oregonians’ rights and privacy, and I won’t let any president take them away.

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Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read @orsecretaryread.bsky.social · 28d

Today is Constitution and Citizenship Day. Supporting new voters and empowering every citizen to exercise their right to vote is key to strengthening our Democracy. That's why I'm honored to be here at the USCIS Field Office to celebrate our nation's newest citizens and help them register to vote.

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Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read @orsecretaryread.bsky.social · 28d

Happy Constitution Day! On this day in 1787 the delegates to the Constitutional Convention signed the document that established our rights and freedoms.

Comment below about why those rights and freedoms in the Constitution are important to you ⬇️

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Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read @orsecretaryread.bsky.social · 29d

Happy National Voter Registration Day! Oregon Secretary Read is celebrating by checking his registration and making sure it's up to date and you should too! It's simple and easy for eligible Oregon voters, just head to: OregonVotes.gov/MyVote #VoteReady

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Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read @orsecretaryread.bsky.social · Sep 10

The news out of Utah is horrifying. Violence is never the answer, and we should all be deeply disturbed that this pattern is growing - MN was just a few months ago.

It doesn’t matter who started it. It’s on all of us to end it. The politics in this country are toxic and lives are in danger.

Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read @orsecretaryread.bsky.social · Jun 14

Kids in Minnesota woke up without parents this morning. Fear and grief are gripping the hearts of friends and loved ones. People are scared that they will be killed for their political values. It's not enough to say "enough." (1/2)

www.oregonlive.com/news/2025/06...

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz: Two lawmakers shot, one killed, in politically targeted shooting

A state lawmaker and her husband were shot and killed, and a second lawmaker and his wife were shot and wounded early Saturday.

www.oregonlive.com

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Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read @orsecretaryread.bsky.social · Sep 9

Running elections is a team sport. During our recent visits to Baker and Malheur counties, we discussed priorities and challenges as we approach the end of the year. Our county clerks are committed to maintaining the integrity of our elections, and I'm here to support them.

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Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read @orsecretaryread.bsky.social · Sep 4

Questions about election-related mail?
☑️ Contact @oregonelections.bsky.social at: sos.oregon.gov/Pages/contac...
☑️ OR contact your local county clerk: OregonVotes.gov/Counties

Oregon Secretary of State

The Oregon Secretary of State works to maximize voter participation, is a watchdog for public spending, makes it easier to do business in Oregon, and preserves and promotes Oregon history.

sos.oregon.gov

Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read @orsecretaryread.bsky.social · Sep 4

Your local election office maintains the most accurate, up-to-date voter registration information. Want to verify your registration is right? Oregonvotes.gov/myvote or call 1-866-673-VOTE.

Oregon Secretary of State

The Oregon Secretary of State works to maximize voter participation, is a watchdog for public spending, makes it easier to do business in Oregon, and preserves and promotes Oregon history.

Oregonvotes.gov

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