After a break from professional social media I have reactivated this account. While constructive disagreement is welcome, please refrain from negative, profane, derogatory, or disrespectful comments.

Over the next year, I hope to earn your support and your vote. Together, we can build a stronger future for every family — today, tomorrow, and for generations to come. https://t.co/b907zZIzEp #orpol #orleg

As your State Treasurer, I will ensure all families know about and can access savings programs. I’ll protect the state’s investments, ensuring they grow and align with our shared values. #orpol #orleg

In the State Senate and in my role as a Budget Chair, I’ve supported raising the minimum wage, increasing our affordable housing supply, expanding access to abortion and healthcare, and more. #orpol #orleg

As a physician, a mom, and one of Oregon’s chief budget writers, I know that investing in preventative care, saving for education, and balancing a budget can make all the difference for families. I have always been and always will be a champion for working families. #orpol #orleg

🧵Today, I’m officially launching my campaign to become Oregon’s next State Treasurer. I’m running because I believe that no matter who you are or where you live, every Oregonian should be able to save for their future. #orpol #orleg

There were some very crucial Final #Jeopardy! rounds this week 😱 Get a snapshot of what you missed: https://t.co/hX9KYWxwaj

Answer: This Portlander who’s the daughter of @ESforOregon is killing it on @Jeopardy Question: Who is @maysayhay

What is “Holy Roman Emperor” for $22,400? @maysayhay winning again!!! And in case you’re curious about the baby picture contest, here you go!

She won! Go @maysayhay ! Super proud of you for your poise, good humor, and crazy cool knowledge of South American geography. Tune in tomorrow for episode 2!!!

Congrats @SenSaraGelser for passing #NCSLSummit resolution to pass bipartisan federal law to protect kids in congregate care. Sen Gelser Blouin’s hard work on this has resulted in big changes to shutter horrible facilities claiming to help vulnerable kids

Learning about resources available from Second Chance Business Coalition to help businesses give people work opportunities after they’ve paid their debt to society. #NCSLsummit

Please be advised as temperatures reach triple digits this week. Information on cooling centers can be found by calling 2-1-1 or visiting: https://t.co/HbqVOXg28r Be sure to check on your loved ones!

First story like this I’ve heard but certainly won’t be the last. Chilling example of how conscience laws allowing docs to deny care inconsistent with their beliefs can lead to serious consequences for completely routine health care.

Robert Livingston’s The Conversation core teaching: “…the heart of racism is power and the soul of racism is fear, with the heart striving to protect the soul.” Remembering this helps us address fears and reassure that power is not a zero sum game. #antiracism

If you live in a state where #abortion will be illegal or very restricted, please read this very carefully, including the parts about data privacy (texts, searches, online payment). Protect yourself & the providers who care for you. Share widely.

Improved access to affordable, quality childcare critically important for child well-being, economic development, decreasing family stress, etc. Studies suggest national loss of >$57B/year due to inadequate childcare.

Extensive conversations @HuntEarlyEd #ECPA22 about expanding access to #childcare incl provider education, increased pay esp for in-home providers. All of Oregon qualifies as infant/toddler childcare desert. Nationally >40% in-home providers quit BEFORE pandemic, then more during

I’ve been participating in @HuntEarlyEd Early Childhood Policy Fellowship this year & now at convening for whole cohort. Great to be with so many others committed to improving the lives & futures of our youngest Americans.

Dr. Jack Shonkoff, @HarvardCenter for the Developing Child reminds us we have to allow failure, new ideas, longer term outcome measures in early childhood interventions just as we do in business innovation.

Good advice, especially given the lack of privacy with some apps & some phones.