From oversight of our elections to ensure they are fair, transparent, and safe, to audits of state government to make sure our tax dollars are spent effectively, the Secretary of State’s actions impact the life of every Oregonian.

That’s why we need a proven, experienced leader as Secretary of State, with a track record of delivering on our values with integrity we can trust. That leader is Tobias Read.

 As Secretary of State, Tobias:

• Stands firm against federal overreach—refusing to hand over Oregonians’ private voter data and defending the integrity of our elections. When the U.S. Department of Justice sued the State of Oregon after we refused to turn over private voter data, The court ruled in Oregon’s favor, making clear that while states must comply with federal law, they are not required to release sensitive personal voter information—such as partial Social Security numbers or driver’s license data—without proper legal authority.
• Is advancing responsible stewardship of taxpayer dollars and working closely with lawmakers to ensure Oregon’s systems remain strong, secure, and built to serve people effectively. His focus is on making government work better: investing wisely, improving efficiency, and delivering the reliable services Oregonians depend on every day.

The Right Priorities for Secretary of State

Tobias believes that the strength of our democracy rests on our ability to hold free and fair elections. He’ll continue to make Oregon a national leader in secure and accessible voting. And he’ll stand up to anyone who tries to undermine our elections with threats or misinformation. 

He will continue to protect Oregon’s election workers by strengthening security against intimidation and threats.

As the state’s chief auditor, Tobias will use audits to make sure our state tax dollars are not wasted, have the impact we need, and are free from political interference.

And at a time when the Secretary of State’s role is more critical than ever, Tobias Read has delivered steady leadership and proven he can lead a focused, effective team.

Tobias Read has the character, priorities and experience we need to deliver on our values, protect our democracy and deliver the state government Oregonians deserve.

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