Tobias Read
@tobiasread.bsky.social
Father, husband, Willamette Bearcat, Portland Trail Blazers fan, and Oregon's 30th Secretary of State.
Two big losses in one day. Avel Gordly recognized the urgent need to confront the injustices rooted in our state’s history. She was a leader who not only spoke truth, but took meaningful action and delivered lasting results. (1/2)
February 18, 2026 at 1:39 AM
Two big losses in one day. Avel Gordly recognized the urgent need to confront the injustices rooted in our state’s history. She was a leader who not only spoke truth, but took meaningful action and delivered lasting results. (1/2)
It’s just a distraction.
Please focus on the real issues at hand, Mr. President.
Please focus on the real issues at hand, Mr. President.
February 14, 2026 at 3:52 AM
It’s just a distraction.
Please focus on the real issues at hand, Mr. President.
Please focus on the real issues at hand, Mr. President.
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Last month, Indiana’s Secretary of State, Diego Morales, and I made a friendly wager on the outcome of the Peach Bowl. Well… the game didn’t go quite the way we hoped, but I am a man of my word. Enjoy the hazelnuts—because next year we’ll be coming back hungry for that popcorn. #goducks #orpol
February 14, 2026 at 2:15 AM
Another win against the Trump DOJ’s efforts to steal your private voter data.
February 11, 2026 at 9:40 PM
Another win against the Trump DOJ’s efforts to steal your private voter data.
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As Oregon’s top elections official, I will continue to protect your freedom to vote. We’re working w/ our partners in local elections office to plan for every way the federal govt. may try to interfere w/ our elections. We’re prepared to hold the line. https://bit.ly/4r2vVjx
February 10, 2026 at 10:50 PM
As Oregon’s top elections official, I will continue to protect your freedom to vote. We’re working w/ our partners in local elections office to plan for every way the federal govt. may try to interfere w/ our elections. We’re prepared to hold the line. https://bit.ly/4r2vVjx
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Just this week, the President said the U.S. should "nationalize" elections and called out Oregon specifically as a state he wants to meddle in. I've got one thing to say: Not on my watch.
February 6, 2026 at 2:13 AM
Just this week, the President said the U.S. should "nationalize" elections and called out Oregon specifically as a state he wants to meddle in. I've got one thing to say: Not on my watch.
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Oregon is the front line of defense for America's democracy — and we're winning. But the fight’s not over. And I want you to know I will keep fighting to make sure Oregon remains the gold standard for elections that are fair, accessible, accurate, and secure.
Read more: https://bit.ly/49YNkCn
Read more: https://bit.ly/49YNkCn
January 30, 2026 at 3:53 PM
Oregon is the front line of defense for America's democracy — and we're winning. But the fight’s not over. And I want you to know I will keep fighting to make sure Oregon remains the gold standard for elections that are fair, accessible, accurate, and secure.
Read more: https://bit.ly/49YNkCn
Read more: https://bit.ly/49YNkCn
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The threats to our elections have been growing since January of last year, but this past week alone, the temperature started rising, fast and dangerous.
January 31, 2026 at 1:47 AM
The threats to our elections have been growing since January of last year, but this past week alone, the temperature started rising, fast and dangerous.
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Thank you to the students, teachers and district staff for a fun and informative tour of Chehalem Valley Middle School and the district's BARR program. It was great to meet the educators and witness their collaborative and intentional approach to student success. Go Wolves!
January 31, 2026 at 8:00 PM
Thank you to the students, teachers and district staff for a fun and informative tour of Chehalem Valley Middle School and the district's BARR program. It was great to meet the educators and witness their collaborative and intentional approach to student success. Go Wolves!
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Thank you to the @lwvus.bsky.social, not just for the invitation, but for the steady, patient work you do to strengthen our democracy. Let's keep going!
February 1, 2026 at 7:12 PM
Thank you to the @lwvus.bsky.social, not just for the invitation, but for the steady, patient work you do to strengthen our democracy. Let's keep going!
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I’m proud to unveil my office’s new plan for performance audits. When I was elected to Secretary of State, I promised to revamp Oregon's state agency auditing system to help rebuild trust in your state government & to make sure your state tax dollars have the impact you deserve.
January 29, 2026 at 6:43 PM
I’m proud to unveil my office’s new plan for performance audits. When I was elected to Secretary of State, I promised to revamp Oregon's state agency auditing system to help rebuild trust in your state government & to make sure your state tax dollars have the impact you deserve.
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Oregon is the gold standard when it comes to making sure that elections are fair, accessible, accurate & secure. So, when anyone pushes back against that, you have to question what's their problem w/ more citizens voting & being accurately counted? Listen to my recent interview w/ @zerlinamaxwell.
January 29, 2026 at 3:35 AM
Oregon is the gold standard when it comes to making sure that elections are fair, accessible, accurate & secure. So, when anyone pushes back against that, you have to question what's their problem w/ more citizens voting & being accurately counted? Listen to my recent interview w/ @zerlinamaxwell.
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When they went after our voter data, the Trump administration went too far — and now there are consequences. When we stand up to these bullies, we win.
Read more: https://www.oregonlive.com/politics/2026/01/judge-throws-out-trump-push-for-oregon-voter-private-data-citing-bondi-letter.html
Read more: https://www.oregonlive.com/politics/2026/01/judge-throws-out-trump-push-for-oregon-voter-private-data-citing-bondi-letter.html
January 29, 2026 at 3:43 PM
When they went after our voter data, the Trump administration went too far — and now there are consequences. When we stand up to these bullies, we win.
Read more: https://www.oregonlive.com/politics/2026/01/judge-throws-out-trump-push-for-oregon-voter-private-data-citing-bondi-letter.html
Read more: https://www.oregonlive.com/politics/2026/01/judge-throws-out-trump-push-for-oregon-voter-private-data-citing-bondi-letter.html
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This administration thinks they can push through every boundary, every check on their power, but they ran into a brick wall in Oregon. We will not turn over private voter data to a federal government that has no respect for the American people or their rights. We will not be bullied.
January 28, 2026 at 1:04 AM
This administration thinks they can push through every boundary, every check on their power, but they ran into a brick wall in Oregon. We will not turn over private voter data to a federal government that has no respect for the American people or their rights. We will not be bullied.
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Oregonians rely on these financial reports to keep their local governments accountable, and they have every right to expect municipalities provide this information promptly.
Read more: https://bit.ly/4t2rYwS
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January 27, 2026 at 12:18 AM
Oregonians rely on these financial reports to keep their local governments accountable, and they have every right to expect municipalities provide this information promptly.
Read more: https://bit.ly/4t2rYwS
Read more: https://bit.ly/4t2rYwS
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They went too far — and now there are consequences. When we stand up to these bullies, we win.
January 27, 2026 at 4:09 AM
They went too far — and now there are consequences. When we stand up to these bullies, we win.
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Recently talked to @zerlinamornings.bsky.social about how Oregon is the front line of defense for America's democracy against federal overreach — and how we're winning. Listen in.
January 27, 2026 at 5:44 PM
Recently talked to @zerlinamornings.bsky.social about how Oregon is the front line of defense for America's democracy against federal overreach — and how we're winning. Listen in.
Enough is enough.
January 27, 2026 at 12:37 AM
Enough is enough.
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My heart is heavy with the news and images coming out of Minnesota. Our country is suffocating under the pressure and divisiveness of this administration. While we're still learning the facts, some things are clear: There is no compassion, no deescalation and no restraint.
January 24, 2026 at 8:24 PM
My heart is heavy with the news and images coming out of Minnesota. Our country is suffocating under the pressure and divisiveness of this administration. While we're still learning the facts, some things are clear: There is no compassion, no deescalation and no restraint.
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On Monday, we gathered to honor the legacy of a great leader. Today we are reminded that progress is made by people who refuse to give up or extinguish their voice - just like Dr. King. Thank you to SEIU, Si Se Puede Oregon, MECHa and community partners.
January 22, 2026 at 7:16 PM
On Monday, we gathered to honor the legacy of a great leader. Today we are reminded that progress is made by people who refuse to give up or extinguish their voice - just like Dr. King. Thank you to SEIU, Si Se Puede Oregon, MECHa and community partners.
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Today we gathered to honor the legacy of a great leader. Today we are reminded that progress is made by people who refuse to accept injustice - just like Dr. King. Thank you to SEIU, Si Se Puede Oregon, MECHa and our community partners for reminding our country that Immigrants Make America Great!
January 20, 2026 at 3:03 AM
Today we gathered to honor the legacy of a great leader. Today we are reminded that progress is made by people who refuse to accept injustice - just like Dr. King. Thank you to SEIU, Si Se Puede Oregon, MECHa and our community partners for reminding our country that Immigrants Make America Great!
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Thank you, Pastor Hennessee and the Vancouver Avenue First Baptist Church for the opportunity to be with you yesterday to honor Dr. King’s legacy, especially right now when his words about justice are speaking to us with renewed urgency.
January 19, 2026 at 2:36 PM
Thank you, Pastor Hennessee and the Vancouver Avenue First Baptist Church for the opportunity to be with you yesterday to honor Dr. King’s legacy, especially right now when his words about justice are speaking to us with renewed urgency.
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Not once, but twice, the courts have stopped the president from meddling in our elections and sided with Oregon. This is big news for our elections and your vote.
January 16, 2026 at 3:21 AM
Not once, but twice, the courts have stopped the president from meddling in our elections and sided with Oregon. This is big news for our elections and your vote.
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Read more: www.oregonlive.com/politics/202...
Judge to Trump administration: Hands off Oregon voters’ most private data
A federal judge appears ready to dismiss the Trump administration's lawsuit seeking highly personal information about every Oregon voter.
www.oregonlive.com
January 15, 2026 at 5:06 PM
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Yesterday, we had another massive win for protecting Oregonians’ privacy & the rule of law with @agdanrayfield.bsky.social. Trump's DOJ tried to sue Oregon after we refused to hand over your private data: SSNs, birthdays - all tied to your voting record. The federal court sided with us. #orpol
January 15, 2026 at 5:05 PM
Yesterday, we had another massive win for protecting Oregonians’ privacy & the rule of law with @agdanrayfield.bsky.social. Trump's DOJ tried to sue Oregon after we refused to hand over your private data: SSNs, birthdays - all tied to your voting record. The federal court sided with us. #orpol