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Knute’s Voters Pamphlet Statement

Occupation: Physician; small business owner; inventor Occupational Background: Orthopedic Surgeon; Medical Product Design Educational Background: Rhodes Scholar, Oxford University, M.A., Politics and Economics; Johns Hopkins University, M.D.; OSU; Roseburg High School Prior Governmental Experience: none Community Service: Board of Directors: St. … Read More ››

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Proposed Election Reforms

Knute Buehler: Proposed Election Reforms Today, across from Pioneer Courthouse Square in Portland, I announced my proposed election reforms. I chose this spot because I spent many hours at Pioneer Courthouse Square gathering signatures for the initiatives I’ve worked on. I’ve … Read More ››

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Oregon already has Voter ID, it’s called our signature

Thursday evening, Kate Brown issued a false attack on me online and to her supporters. Specifically, she stated that “Republican Knute Buehler supports the movement to restrict ballot access that is gaining momentum in states across the country. If Buehler … Read More ››

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Knute’s PERS Reforms – The Details

Knute’s Proposed Reforms to the Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) The reform of Oregon’s public employees retirement system (PERS) is one of the most pressing financial issues facing the state. It impacts every level of government. The costs have been … Read More ››

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Knute Proposes Reforms to SOS Audit Division

Knute’s Proposed Reforms to the Secretary of State’s Audit Division The Secretary of State has the power and the responsibility to audit all state agencies and programs and look for ways to improve efficiency, performance, and value.  The Secretary of … Read More ››

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Knute Buehler tops $800,000 in fundraising

Knute’s campaign continues to gather momentum as signaled by strong fundraising over the past six weeks. His call for the reform of Oregon’s PERS system also drew the attention of The Oregonian’s editorial board. Knute’s current reporting shows he has … Read More ››

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Knute talks with Lars Larson, Bill Post, and Mike and Dave about P.E.R.S.

On Monday, Knute sat down with some of Oregon’s biggest radio personalities to discuss meaningful PERS reform.  You can listen to the full, unedited interviews below: Lars Larson Interview: [Audio clip: view full post to listen] “This PERS crisis is … Read More ››

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Oregonian Editorial – Knute Buehler Proposes PERS Reform

PERS Enters Oregon Secretary of State Campaign by the Oregonian Editorial Board The race for secretary of state is — let’s be honest — usually a snoozer. The office performs some crucial functions, from overseeing elections to redistricting when the Legislature isn’t … Read More ››

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An Active Plan To Help Small Business

Yesterday, I announced my proposed reforms to the Oregon Secretary of State’s office aimed at helping small businesses navigate red-tape and regulation, creating jobs, and reforming PERS. The Oregonian did a story on it, but it left a lot out! … Read More ››

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Blaming Primary Turnout on Presidential Race is a Cop-Out

Last week, the Bend Bulletin printed an opinion piece I wrote about Oregon’s recent primary. Below is a copy of the text. By Knute Buehler Voter turnout in this year’s primary election in Oregon was down significantly. It was the … Read More ››

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