AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoElection Countdown: Oregon voters are being urged to mail ballots by May 12 because USPS postmarks now reflect when mail is processed, not when it’s dropped off—after that, voters should use drop boxes or ask for a manual postmark. GOP Governor Contrast: In the May 19 primary, leading Republican candidates are staking out sharp positions on abortion, with Danielle Bethell emphasizing her personal experience and support for pregnancy resource centers, while Ed Diehl pushes “common sense” limits with exceptions. Voting Integrity Debate: The same GOP field is also arguing over mail-in voting security, including concerns about ballot harvesting and whether proof of citizenship should be required. Water Crisis: Meanwhile, Gov. Kotek has declared drought emergencies in Coos, Klamath, and Wheeler counties, with worsening conditions threatening farms, drinking water, and wildfire risk. Local Politics: Salem’s contested City Council races are set to draw record-level fundraising. Higher Ed Stress Test: Southern Oregon University trustees approved a fast-moving plan to close a structural deficit.
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