East County Rising mourns the loss of Representative Hoa Nguyen, a beloved member of our community, a tireless champion for East Portland and North Clackamas, and an early part of the East County Rising family. From her service on the David Douglas School Board to her leadership in the Oregon Legislature, Hoa dedicated her life […]
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We are deeply saddened by the passing of Representative Hoa Nguyen, taken far too soon after a fierce and courageous journey with cancer. Hoa was a dear friend and partner to East County Rising. Her life and leadership reflected the very best of what it means to serve community—with heart, humility, and hope. From her
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We did it! The 2025 Special Election was a major milestone for our community—and a powerful example of what we can achieve together when we lead with purpose and unity. Thank you for showing up, raising your voices, and supporting leaders who will champion our public schools over the next four years. East County Rising
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Are you passionate about community engagement and eager to make an impact? East County Rising is looking for dedicated Field Organizers to join our team in supporting Mt. Hood Community College Bond and supporting our 21 endorsed candidates for May Elections for School Boards in the following districts. Started in 2018, our mission is to
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East County Rising (ECR) is dedicated to advocating for progressive policies, supporting community initiatives, and fostering political engagement in East County. Our mission is to amplify the voices of our community, ensure fair representation, and promote social justice. We are reaching out as one of our trusted community stakeholders to ask if you would sponsor
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We’ve come a long way. From gathering together as a concerned community to discuss issues we want to change in East Multnomah County in 2017, East County Rising, powered by community advocacy, inches closer to the goal of creating a vibrant, sustainable community. Community power is evident in our wins by far – when 17
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East County thrives when we invest in education and workforce development, but we know that affordability is a top concern for families. That’s why the Mt. Hood Community College (MHCC) bond on the May 20 ballot is intentionally modest—just $6 a month for the average household. It’s a responsible investment that balances the rising cost
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We’re energized to launch our endorsement process for the upcoming May 20th Special District Election. Our goal is to drive progressive outcomes in East Multnomah County by ensuring that our school boards better reflect the diverse and forward-thinking communities they serve. To help achieve this, we invite candidates who share our values and vision to apply
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ENDORSEMENT APPLICATION Now OpenApplication deadline March 3To apply, follow the instructions below We’re excited to launch our endorsement process for the upcoming May 20th Special District Election. Our goal is to drive progressive outcomes in East Multnomah County by ensuring that our school boards better reflect the diverse and forward-thinking communities they serve. To help achieve
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As we wind down the year that was 2024, we wanted to reflect on the tremendous progress our scrappy organization has made in our East Multnomah County region, and share what’s in store for 2025. Celebrating Long-Term Movement Building In our 6th year, the 2024 election cycle marked a transformative chapter for East County Rising
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