Governor Kate Brown

Governor Kate Brown @OregonGovBrown

COVID-19 doesn't take holidays off. But some things COVID can never take from us: a cold Oregon craft beer, a hot dog, and our love for our country. Be careful today and stay safe. Happy Independence Day! https://t.co/yaYZvUM5VM — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Kate Brown @OregonGovBrown

Wearing a mask is a simple, common sense way to protect yourself and others. A mask should not be another way to divide us. Masks save lives. This 4th of July, don’t accidentally kill someone. Wear a mask and social distance. https://t.co/upat0MRim4 — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Kate Brown @OregonGovBrown

I join nearly two dozen mayors from the coast to the Gorge to central Oregon to eastern Oregon in asking you to celebrate the 4th of July responsibly: ✅ Avoid crowds & keep 6 ft apart ✅ Think hard about social gatherings ✅ Wear a face covering ✅ Don't spark a wildfire https://t.co/3j64onRGSQ — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Kate Brown @OregonGovBrown

Today we mourn the loss of Michael Gibbons, Oregon's "poet with a paintbrush." Dan and I treasure two of his paintings, which were donated to Mahonia Hall. I took a moment with them to reflect on Michael's contributions to our great state. My thoughts are with his wife, Judy. https://t.co/Z3TGgGU0cR — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Kate Brown @OregonGovBrown

The officers and I agreed today that face coverings save lives. So you’ll see them – and me – wearing a face covering each and every day until we beat this virus. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Kate Brown @OregonGovBrown

Here’s the thing: We’re all having to make adjustments to slow the spread of COVID-19. None of this fun and some of it is really hard. But wearing a face covering to protect those around us? That’s easy. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Kate Brown @OregonGovBrown

We talked about kids, our families, and the importance of setting a good example. They took responsibility and expressed real regret for their actions. And they pledged to do better. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Kate Brown @OregonGovBrown

This week several Oregon State Police officers made headlines when they ignored my face covering requirement. I’m focused on saving lives, not firing people for making a single mistake. So today I invited three of them to sit down with me at Mahonia. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Kate Brown @OregonGovBrown

In the world of social media, it’s easy to condemn someone when they make a mistake and keep scrolling by. But you can judge a person’s character by whether they own up and make things right. https://t.co/TQUEFiqaA6 — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Kate Brown @OregonGovBrown

Don't catch COVID-19 at a bar, restaurant, or BBQ this July 4. Make sure you’re keeping your distance and wearing a face covering when not eating or drinking. State inspectors will be out in force ensuring businesses comply with face covering requirements. https://t.co/bgkIiYuCDR — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Kate Brown @OregonGovBrown

I am adding eight counties with alarming COVID-19 spread to a Watch List: Jefferson, Lake, Lincoln, Malheur, Morrow, Umatilla, Union, Wasco. Counties on the Watch List to face restrictions if metrics don’t improve. https://t.co/T9LXL7nJ4J — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Kate Brown @OregonGovBrown

We all love BBQs on the Fourth – but COVID-19 doesn't take holidays off. Memorial Day gatherings helped spread infections across Oregon. Take steps to protect your friends and family and think hard about the risks this year. https://t.co/Z3SzRVh6uP — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Kate Brown @OregonGovBrown

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Governor Kate Brown @OregonGovBrown

We have a chance this 4th of July weekend to keep Oregon’s COVID-19 numbers from following the skyrocketing trajectory of Texas, Florida, and Arizona. You can help to save lives again by keeping gatherings small and wearing a face covering. What happens next is up to all of us. https://t.co/PmFVSj3Mnv — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Kate Brown @OregonGovBrown

This is your chance to give the @TimbersFC an assist! We can all be good teammates by wearing face coverings so we don't unknowingly infect those around us. Good luck to the Timbers at the MLS tournament! — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Kate Brown @OregonGovBrown

If you want your favorite restaurants and shops to stay open, wear a face covering and practice physical distancing to reduce the spread of the disease. All of us must take these simple steps to slow the spread of this deadly virus. We’re all in this together. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Kate Brown @OregonGovBrown

Let me crystal clear: No one is above the law. Superintendent Hampton and I expect the Oregon State Police to lead by example. This virus threatens us all, regardless of our job title. Oregonians are wearing face coverings to protect ourselves, our families and our community. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Kate Brown @OregonGovBrown

It is inexcusable that a few Oregon State Troopers disregarded my face covering requirement yesterday & ignored a request from a fellow Oregonian to follow the rule. Oregon State Police Superintendent Hampton & I agree their actions and behaviors were absolutely unacceptable. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Kate Brown @OregonGovBrown

The 56th anniversary of the landmark Civil Rights Act is a time to look back at how far America has come – and to fully commit ourselves to the immense work we still must do in the fight for equity and racial justice. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Kate Brown @OregonGovBrown

Wearing a mask is a simple, commonsense way to protect yourself and others. A mask should not be another way to divide us. Masks save lives. This 4th of July, don’t accidentally kill someone. Wear a mask and social distance. https://t.co/c7877k6b3q — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Kate Brown @OregonGovBrown

Protect your health and your community by keeping your 4th of July celebrations small, local, and with face coverings. We saw a lot of new COVID-19 cases after Memorial Day weekend. Another spike from the 4th could mean our hospitals become overwhelmed by new cases within weeks. https://t.co/RqmfjLWuWK — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Kate Brown @OregonGovBrown

Oregonians, you have made incredible sacrifices over the last several months and saved thousands of lives. Requiring face coverings statewide will protect our friends, families, and neighbors from this disease. https://t.co/k9ame4rZIF — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Kate Brown @OregonGovBrown

I want the requirement to wear face coverings and the science that's driving that requirement to be as clear as possible. If you have questions, tune in at 12:30 today for some helpful tips, face covering facts, and a live Q&A with @OHAOregon's experts to answer your questions. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Kate Brown @OregonGovBrown

Tune in at 11am for my press conference on the state of COVID-19 in Oregon, including the face covering requirement: https://t.co/4sGoROzuc7 — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Kate Brown @OregonGovBrown

Throughout COVID-19 and long before, essential workers in Oregon have provided a model of unity and selfless service to our communities. I've proclaimed July 1-7 as Essential Workers Week to make sure we shown respect and appreciation to these vital Oregonians. https://t.co/EjVHedlStV — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Kate Brown @OregonGovBrown

It's this simple: wearing a face covering may save a life. You don't want to be the one who accidentally spreads COVID-19 to someone's grandma, your neighbor, a kid with asthma, or the grocery store clerk. Wear a face covering. Save lives. https://t.co/LRxM3pGnmy — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Kate Brown @OregonGovBrown

We can disagree about a whole lot of things. But everyone ought to agree that wearing a face covering isn't a political statement. Or a way to divide us. It's a way to save lives. https://t.co/i6B2qKN1N4 — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Kate Brown @OregonGovBrown

(The state of emergency declaration is the legal underpinning for my executive orders to keep Oregonians healthy and safe, including ones on reopening, childcare, schools, and higher education operations. Extending the emergency declaration allows these to stay in effect.) — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Kate Brown @OregonGovBrown

When I first declared a state of emergency, there were 14 cases of COVID-19 in Oregon. Now, there have been over 8,600, with over a quarter of those cases from the previous two weeks of June. And, sadly, 207 Oregonians have lost their lives to this disease. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Kate Brown @OregonGovBrown

Today, I extended the COVID-19 state of emergency for 60 days. The choices we make will determine if Oregon flattens the curve of new COVID-19 infections, or sees a devastating spike in cases that overwhelms our hospital capacity next month. What happens next is up to all of us. — PolitiTweet.org