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Ballots Left Behind Sparks Election Concerns | Portland News
Oregon’s top election official is sounding the alarm over ballots left behind in mailboxes during the May primary, demanding answers from the USPS as the general election looms. With vote-by-mail central to Oregon’s system, delays could erode public trust — especially as postal service cuts have already slowed processing. While Benton County confirmed no impact on results, investigations revealed mail carriers were prioritizing packages, risking ballot pickups. USPS insists no delays occurred and urges voters to mail ballots at least seven days early — but officials are urging everyone to use…
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