Sharolyn Smith · [email protected]

December 20, 2023 at 11:14 PM

You know what you don’t want to think about on Christmas?

Hi John, it’s Sharolyn.I know your week is probably packed with festive fun, but I don’t want the busyness of the holidays to allow you to miss out on a unique opportunity we have in Oregon.Oregon’s Political Tax Credit allows most individual tax filers* to giv…

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  Makyra Williamson (ORTL) · [email protected]

December 15, 2023 at 5:57 PM

Steve Wagner is coming to Oregon!

Dear John, ​Exciting news! Steve Wagner is coming to Together We Advocate—the biggest pro-life conference in the Pacific Northwest! We are excited to welcome Wagner as one of this year’s featured speakers. Steve currently serves as the Executive Director of Jus…

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  Sharolyn Smith · [email protected]

December 13, 2023 at 6:03 PM

She's safe now.

Dear John,She’s safe now. Just minutes ago, this newborn had no rights in the state of Oregon.  Her life could have been ended at any point for any reason − no questions asked, no court document required. Abortion is the ultimate human rights violation. …

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  Lois Anderson · [email protected]

December 9, 2023 at 6:02 PM

Help pro-life candidates win in 2024

Dear John,During the Oregon state legislative session this year, we faced down the most extreme abortion bill we’ve ever seen. The only way we were able to make progress was because of pro-life legislators who sacrificially stood up for unborn babies.There were…

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  Lois Anderson (ORTL) · [email protected]

December 1, 2023 at 6:01 PM

Secure our early bird prices and earn a free gift!

Happy Friday, John!Registration is now open for Together We Advocate 2024, the largest pro-life conference in the Pacific Northwest!  Register now! We have another all-star lineup of featured speakers and workshops taught by local and national experts. …

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  Lois Anderson (ORTL) · [email protected]

November 28, 2023 at 6:54 PM

Unborn babies need your help this Giving Tuesday!

Dear John, ​Oregon still has no restrictions in place to protect our most vulnerable, but we are making incredible progress toward creating a culture of life in Oregon. This Giving Tuesday, will you help us continue this work? By donating to the Oregon Right to…

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  Sharolyn Smith · [email protected]

November 24, 2023 at 4:05 PM

Why not check this off your list today?

Dear John,I hope you had an uplifting Thanksgiving surrounded by friends and family! As we enter the giving season, I wanted to remind you of the incredible opportunity unique to Oregon.It’s no secret that leaders in charge of our state want to funnel money tow…

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  Lois Anderson (ORTL) · [email protected]

November 21, 2023 at 8:06 PM

I’m really thankful for you, John.

Hi John, it’s Lois.I’m sure you’re busy prepping for the joy and challenges that come with the start of the holiday season.If your family is anything like mine, you have a tradition of going around the table and sharing what you’re thankful for. As I prepare to…

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  Lois Anderson (ORTL) · [email protected]

November 19, 2023 at 12:57 AM

Pro-life communities in Oregon?

Dear John, ​I want to give you a quick update on the incredible the pro-life advocacy happening in Oregon communities right now. Hundreds traveled to Ontario to participate in the inaugural 40 Days for Life campaign. In spring 2023, Planned Parenthood opened an…

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  Sharolyn Smith · [email protected]

November 9, 2023 at 6:17 PM

Another presidential debate

and the candidates’ responses to abortion. ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌…

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  Sharolyn Smith · [email protected]

November 8, 2023 at 11:22 PM

I want to be transparent with you, John.

Dear John, ​If you were keeping up with elections last night, there were significant losses nationwide: Virginia lost majority control in the house, and Ohio enshrined abortion into its constitution. These are heartbreaking setbacks, but they are following a co…

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  Makyra Williamson · [email protected]

November 4, 2023 at 12:41 AM

“Launch was an absolute game changer for me.”

Dear John,“Launch was an absolute game changer for me when it comes to tackling the issue of abortion. Not only did I become more educated on abortion itself, but I was taught how to effectively and compassionately engage in dialogue with pro-choice people.” —C…

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  Lois Anderson · [email protected]

October 26, 2023 at 7:56 PM

Oregon Right to Life is hiring!

Dear John, ​Oregon Right to Life is hiring! We’re looking for a high-level candidate who is pro-life, passionate, and prepared.Is that you, John? Please consider applying for the Communications Director position.We are seeking a talented and driven person who i…

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  Makyra Williamson · [email protected]

October 19, 2023 at 4:40 PM

There’s still time to participate

Dear John, ​The 40 Days for Life fall campaign started September 27. In 681 cities around the world, pro-life advocates have been peacefully praying outside abortion facilities. Until November 5, faithful advocates will continue keeping vigil 24 hours a day. 40…

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  Makyra Williamson · [email protected]

October 13, 2023 at 4:17 PM

Does your county fair have a pro-life presence?

Dear John, ​It might feel like fairs were just a month ago because, well, they were. But we are already thinking about next year! We want to increase the pro-life presence throughout Oregon, and we need your help.We need committed, pro-life fair coordinators in…

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  Sharolyn Smith · [email protected]

October 6, 2023 at 7:29 PM

John, we need your help now

Dear John, ​In recent years, pro-abortion lawmakers made it clear they are committed to protecting so-called "abortion rights" in our state. In 2022, they dedicated $15 million taxpayer dollars towards expanding abortion access. In 2023, they advanced one of th…

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  Trevor Lane (ORTL) · [email protected]

September 29, 2023 at 4:55 PM

CORRECTION: What you should know from the second debate

Dear John, ​In our email yesterday about the September 27 GOP debate, we mistakenly identified Chris Christie as the former governor of New Hampshire. He was the governor of New Jersey. We apologize for the error.Trevor Lane Communications ManagerP.S. ICYMI I'v…

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  Sharolyn Smith · [email protected]

September 28, 2023 at 11:30 PM

What you should know from the second debate

Dear John, ​Last night, we watched the second Republican presidential debate. Unlike the first debate, pro-life issues mostly took a back seat. Only Florida governor Ron DeSantis and former New Hampshire governor Chris Christie answered a question about abortio…

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  Makyra Williamson · [email protected]

September 21, 2023 at 6:14 PM

Save lives this fall

Dear John, ​Fall is upon us, and with it, another 40 Days for Life campaign.John, do you have a few hours to stand up for unborn children? Find a campaign near you 40 Days for Life is a peaceful prayer vigil outside Planned Parenthood and other abortion…

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  Sharolyn Smith · [email protected]

September 11, 2023 at 5:33 PM

Calling all pro-life candidates

Dear John, ​In 2024, elections will be held across Oregon. The winners will have tremendous influence over pro-life issues.Why is this important?For nearly 50 years, abortion laws were limited to the very few allowed by Supreme Court—this changed with the 2022 …

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  Lois Anderson · [email protected]

September 7, 2023 at 5:53 PM

Last Day to Register

Dear John, ​Have you registered to attend our Annual Benefit Dinner, A Night for Advocacy, at 6:00 p.m., September 16, in Salem? If you'd like to join us, we still have a few seats available. But be sure to register ASAP. Today is your last chance to register! …

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  Ramona Mellison · [email protected]

September 2, 2023 at 4:02 PM

Pam Tebow is coming to Oregon

Dear John, ​Our annual benefit dinner, A Night for Advocacy, is coming up quickly, but we have a limited number of seats left. Remember to register by September 7 and add your meal preference.You won't want to miss our two incredible guest speakers.Our keynote …

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  Sharolyn Smith (ORTL) · [email protected]

August 30, 2023 at 5:17 PM

Know any pro-lifers looking for work?

Dear John, ​Oregon Right to Life is hiring! Are you or is someone you know pro-life, passionate and prepared? We are currently looking for strong candidates to apply for the Political Assistant position.We are seeking a dynamic, driven, and passionate person wh…

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  Sharolyn Smith · [email protected]

August 24, 2023 at 9:23 PM

Last night’s presidential debate

and what they said about abortion. ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌…

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  Sharolyn Smith (ORTL) · [email protected]

August 18, 2023 at 8:05 PM

An important message to wRONg Wyden

Dear John, ​You won’t believe what Senator Wyden was caught saying this week."We ought to have science govern medication for reproductive rights, not politics."Let’s talk about science, Ron. Science has shown that chemical abortions caused a 500% increase in em…

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  Makyra Williamson · [email protected]

August 10, 2023 at 8:46 PM

Goats are my 2nd favorite at the fair 🐐

🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐 ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌…

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  Ramona Mellison · [email protected]

August 4, 2023 at 5:00 PM

Reserve your seat (or a table)

Dear John, ​Have you bought your ticket for A Night for Advocacy? Join us on September 16 in Salem, Oregon, to learn about what Oregon Right to Life Education Foundation (ORTLEF) is doing and our exciting direction for the future!You won’t want to miss Pam Tebo…

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  Makyra Williamson (ORTL) · [email protected]

July 28, 2023 at 3:35 PM

Life-saving conversations

Dear John, ​Volunteers at our fair booths often have incredible interactions with visitors. Sometimes we get to see the lightbulb come on as someone truly sees the humanity of the unborn. In others, we hear inspiring stories of mothers who chose life despite…

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  Makyra Williamson (ORTL) · [email protected]

July 22, 2023 at 12:14 AM

Celebrate Life is over, but our work continues

Dear John, ​A month ago, we had our first annual Celebrate Life event. To commemorate the Dobbs decision, which overturned Roe v. Wade, the pro-life movement focused on our path forward.Through education, advocacy, and serving communities throughout Oregon, pro…

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  Makyra Williamson (ORTL) · [email protected]

July 15, 2023 at 2:45 PM

Reaching fairgoers for life

Dear John, ​I want to share this story from one of our longtime volunteers with you.Jodi is consistently amazed at the stories that Oregon State Fair attendees share with her every summer. Jodi has volunteered at the Oregon Right to Life Education Foundation (O…

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  Makyra Williamson (ORTL) · [email protected]

July 10, 2023 at 6:04 PM

Fair dates correction

Dear John, ​In our email Saturday, we mistakenly listed the Washington County Fair as occurring July 25–29. The correct dates are July 21–30. We apologize for the error. We’ve included the corrected list of fairs with Oregon Right to Life booths below. Beca…

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  Makyra Williamson (ORTL) · [email protected]

July 8, 2023 at 3:24 PM

Can you help at the fair?

Dear John, ​It’s hard to believe, but summer fairs have already begun, and I’m looking for a passionate individual like you to volunteer this summer.John, can you volunteer a few hours of your time to advocate for life? Help out at the fair You'll spend…

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  Lois Anderson · [email protected]

July 1, 2023 at 5:00 PM

Can you make it September 16?

Dear John, ​Registration is officially open! Join us for A Night for Advocacy on September 16 and learn about what Oregon Right to Life Education Foundation is doing and our exciting direction for the future.We are excited to welcome Pam Tebow as this year’s ke…

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  Makyra Williamson (ORTL) · [email protected]

July 1, 2023 at 12:05 AM

Last day!

Dear John,Tomorrow is the last day of Celebrate Life: A Week of Action! For the final day in this week of action, it’s Choose Your Own Adventure Day. Is there a theme that you’d like to repeat? One you didn’t get to do earlier in the week? Is there a need in yo…

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  Makyra Williamson (ORTL) · [email protected]

June 28, 2023 at 11:28 PM

A few days left

Happy Wednesday!We’re halfway through Celebrate Life: A Week of Action, and we’ve had a great week so far! We started the week with some grassroots outreach and supported our local pregnancy resource centers yesterday. Today was Family Support Day. We fo…

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  Lois Anderson (ORTL) · [email protected]

June 28, 2023 at 12:24 AM

The 2023 legislative session is over. Here’s what happened.

Dear John, ​After six eventful months, the 2023 legislative session is over.Here’s what you should know from the session:Senate Judicial Resolution 33 failed in committee. If passed, it would have put an amendment to establish an express right to abortion in th…

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  Lois Anderson (ORTL) · [email protected]

June 24, 2023 at 2:02 PM

Today marks one year, John.

Dear John, ​One year ago today, the pro-life movement won a stunning victory: Roe v. Wade was overturned. You may remember hearing me say over and over that I didn’t think I’d see it in my lifetime—and I really believed it! But decades of hard work paid off wit…

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  Sharolyn Smith (ORTL) · [email protected]

June 15, 2023 at 8:36 PM

🚫 federally-funded abortion 🚫

Dear John, ​Last week, congresswoman Lori Chavez-DeRemer went back on her promises. In an interview, she claimed to oppose strengthening the Hyde Amendment, which would strengthen limits on federally-funded abortions.You can use the phone numbers at the end of …

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  Lois Anderson · [email protected]

June 10, 2023 at 2:57 PM

Get ready for Grassroots Monday!

Dear John, ​Celebrate Life: A Week of Action is coming up quickly! June 24, will mark the one-year anniversary of the Dobbs decision that overturned Roe v. Wade. But the end of Roe is the beginning of a new phase for the pro-life movement in Oregon.That’s why w…

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  Lois Anderson · [email protected]

May 24, 2023 at 6:54 PM

Big news.

Dear John, ​Last year, the pro-life movement achieved a goal we'd pursued for almost 50 years. On June 24, 2022, Roe v. Wade was overturned. Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito's opinion stated:"The Constitution does not confer a right to abortion; Roe and Casey…

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  Sharolyn Smith (ORTL PAC) · [email protected]

May 19, 2023 at 10:20 PM

School Board Election Update

Dear John, ​Ballot counting continues, and we're still keeping an eye on school board races throughout the state. I'm encouraged by the victories that look to be coming through.Here's a brief update on the school board election results.35 ORTL PAC-endorsed cand…

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  Sharolyn Smith (ORTL PAC) · [email protected]

May 17, 2023 at 7:01 PM

Initial counts are in!

Dear John, ​The 2023 School Board Election ended yesterday, initial results have been reported, but ballots will be trickling in until next week. We wanted to give you an idea of what to expect and let you know how some of the races are looking.Ballots had to b…

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  Sharolyn Smith · [email protected]

May 16, 2023 at 6:04 PM

Your ballot is due 🗳

Dear John, ​Today is the last day to vote in the school board election. Don't miss your chance—act now to make your voice heard and shape your school district.Remember, all completed ballots must be postmarked or dropped off in an official ballot box by 8:00 PM…

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  Lois Anderson · [email protected]

May 13, 2023 at 2:34 PM

Thank them for their courage.

Dear John, ​Oregon's pro-life state senators are taking a courageous stand to protect the most vulnerable members of our society. And they need your encouragement!Here’s what you should know:They are walking out of the legislature to stop extreme bills like Hou…

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  Sharolyn Smith (ORTLPAC) · [email protected]

May 12, 2023 at 12:14 AM

0️⃣5️⃣ days left

Dear John, ​Have you voted in the 2023 school board election? The deadline is just five days away—let's make our voices heard!We wanted to identify the best pro-life candidates running for school board this year, so we reached out to hundreds of candidates to f…

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  Sharolyn Smith (ORTLPAC) · [email protected]

May 4, 2023 at 6:26 PM

Deadline extended!

Dear John, ​A few days ago we set this goal of raising $10,000 online to help us get out the vote for a record 73 candidates statewide. Since then many have stepped up and we've raised $7,157!We're less than $3,000 away from our goal. Right now we are sending o…

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  Justin Hageman · [email protected]

May 3, 2023 at 9:20 PM

Vote scheduled for HB 2002

Dear John, ​House Bill 2002 is up for a vote in the State Senate tomorrow. This radical and dangerous legislation specifically targets minors for abortion.We need you to flood their inboxes with messages letting them know you oppose HB 2002. Flood their inb…

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  Justin Hageman · [email protected]

May 2, 2023 at 11:36 PM

Oregon legislators voted to expand abortion

Dear John, ​Yesterday, after 10 hours of debate on the floor, the Oregon House of Representatives passed House Bill 2002.Our pro-life representatives worked hard to stop this bill, but the pro-abortion majority chose to force it through with minimal public inpu…

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  Lois Anderson · [email protected]

April 28, 2023 at 4:00 PM

🚨We're short of our goal!🚨

Dear John, ​I'll keep it brief. We're still several thousand dollars short of our $10,000 online fundraising goal to fund our school board races.Ballots have just arrived in mail boxes, and we have less than 3 weeks to ensure we can get out the vote for our 73 …

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  Sharolyn Smith (ORTL) · [email protected]

April 27, 2023 at 8:42 PM

The voter guide is live!

Dear John, ​Yesterday, ballots for the May 16 school board election were mailed out, and they should show up in your mailbox soon. School board elections have historically low turnout, so every vote counts.We're continuing to work hard to get out the vote in th…

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