WASHINGTON – Democratic Lieutenant Governors Association (DLGA) Chair and Minnesota Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan released the following statement congratulating Tobias Read on tonight’s victory in Oregon:
“The Democratic Lieutenant Governors Association congratulates Tobias Read on tonight’s victory in Oregon. In Tobias, Oregonians will have a Secretary of State who leads with transparency, effectiveness, and integrity. He will ensure that audits are run professionally, and that the Secretary’s office will continue to stand up to any intimidation or threats at the ballot box. Tobias believes that the strength of our democracy rests in our ability to hold free and fair elections, and he will ensure that Oregonians feel confident that their voices are not only heard, but they are valued.
“The DLGA is proud to have supported Tobias in both the primary and general elections, and to have invested six figures in Tobias’ campaign. We are thrilled to continue to have him as an active DLGA member for the next four years.”
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