ACLU of Oregon

📣 With the election right around the corner, it’s crucial to make sure your voice is heard! The ACLU of Oregon has put together a 2024 election hub with our ballot measure endorsements and voting resources from our friends at Common Cause. The freedom to have your voice heard is about determining the future for our families, communities, and country. 👉 Check out our hub with the link below to access free voting tools to check your registration status, request an absentee ballot, and more! https://lnkd.in/gcAg6Dex

🕺 Came all this way, had to explain that we’ve been preparing for what’s to come after the elections — learn it directly from Domingo. Come to our 2024 Annual meeting webinar on Tuesday, October 29 from 5:30-6pm to see how we stay ready! We don’t get ready, we stay read. ⭐ Tuesday, October 29 ⭐ 5:30 — 6:30 PM ⭐ On Zoom REGISTER TODAY at the link below and stay engaged! bit.ly/ACLUORTogether24

🗳️ In November, Oregonians have the chance to vote for Measure 117! Rank choice voting is a simple, better system that will give voters more choice and better representation. YOU can help make this change with two opportunities: ⭐ Hangout and canvass for Yes for M117 on Saturday, October 26, 10am-3pm at Peninsula Park, Portland. Snacks and drinks will be provided! ⭐ Join supporters of Yes on 117 for a text bank rally on October, 28, 6-8pm. There will be in-person and virtual options available to join. 👉 Learn more about these exciting events at the link! https://lnkd.in/g_45Jyzq

💙 We are gathering for the ACLU of Oregon Annual Meeting on Tuesday, October 29 — Pesto and Moo Deng hope you can make it! Join us and hear how we are prepared to move forward, no matter what comes from the election in November and after. ⭐ Tuesday, October 29 ⭐ 5:30 — 6:30 PM ⭐ On Zoom REGISTER TODAY to engage with us in this work! bit.ly/ACLUORTogether24

📋 A recent investigation revealed evidence that the general counsel for the Oregon Public Defense Commission (OPDC), Eric Deitrick, has a history of problematic behavior. One of his subordinates explains that, “when I raised concerns about his behavior and allegations of mismanagement and abuse of authority, he further retaliated against me and removed a project and other work from me.” The report also shows that Deitrick wields significant influence in how the public defense system works. The OPDC must do the only appropriate action in this situation: terminate Deitrick’s employment. Our public defense system is vital and needs adequate leadership. 👉 Read the full Willamette Week article for more. https://bit.ly/40e6FMJ

📣 We are proud to be one of the 125+ organizations to endorse Measure 117! Measure 117 would enact statewide ranked choice voting in Oregon– it's a simple improvement to our elections that gives you more choice and more power on your ballot. We urge Oregonians to vote YES on Measure 117 this election. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/g2p7E9Fx

🗳️ TODAY is the last day to register to vote in Oregon! Your voice is powerful! Make sure it’s heard by double checking your voter registration today. Have any questions? call the hotline number (866-Our-Vote) provided by our friends at Common Cause. From registration to casting your ballot and overcoming any obstacles, call one of the voter helplines today. 👉 Register to vote or check your registration status (it takes about two minutes!) at this link: https://bit.ly/3NgloPB

💙 You’re invited! Tune in virtually to the ACLU of Oregon Annual Meeting on Tuesday, October 29! Join us and hear how we are prepared to move forward, no matter what comes from the election in November and after. ⭐ Tuesday, October 29 ⭐ 5:30 — 6:30 PM ⭐ On Zoom REGISTER TODAY to engage with us in this work! https://bit.ly/48bmGFm

❣️ NEW TEAMMATE ALERT! Meet Lisa, our new Legal Associate. She will strengthen the work of the legal department in close partnership with staff, partner organizations, volunteers, and the Oregon legal community. Lisa finds rest and rejuvenation by: Watching reality TV and documentaries Traveling Knitting and sewing Vintage shopping 👉 Visit our website to learn more about Lisa and her role on the team: https://bit.ly/4gYbLTb

💙 On Saturday, September 21, the ACLU of Oregon gathered with over 100 trusted community partners, advocates, and service providers from across the state with a specific question in mind: How do we get aligned for the upcoming presidential election and the work ahead? 👉 Learn what we discovered by reading our new blog about the event on our website! https://bit.ly/3ZZLxtx