Over the past month, we have been working hard on EMO's ballot measure recommendations for the November election. After approval by the EMO Board of Directors at their June meeting, we are excited to recommend "YES" votes on all four measures likely to be on the ballot.
Here is a summary of the measures:
Recent shootings in Uvalde, Buffalo and many other places across the country have made it clear that common-sense gun reforms are long overdue. Sponsored by Lift Every Voice Oregon,Initiative Petition 17 would close background check loopholes, ensuring more responsible gun ownership, and limit high-capacity magazines, which greatly increase the frequency and lethality of mass shooting events. IP 17 is still collecting signatures. If you are interested in supporting this measure, a link to download and sign the petition can be found here. We urge all our supporters to sign the petition and mail their signatures in as soon as possible; the deadline for signatures is July 8.
Senate Joint Resolution 12, the Right to Health Care Amendment, amends the Oregon State Constitution to affirm "access to cost-effective, clinically appropriate and affordable health care as a fundamental human right." Supporters of SJR 12 include the League of Women Voters of Oregon and the Oregon Nurses Association.
Initiative 14 would prevent legislators from running for reelection should they miss 10 or more legislative sessions without a valid excuse. Hold Politicians Accountable is a coalition of organizations leading Initiative 14.
EMO recommends a "YES" vote on all four measures, given their alignment with our Statement on Social Principles and Concerns, as well as our involvement with many of the organizations leading these measures, most notable Lift Every Voice Oregon and IP 17.
Thank you for helping to make Oregon a better, more caring and more welcoming place.
