Know the record before voting on secretary of state
OPINION — For the past four years, Adrian Fontes has served as Arizona’s Secretary of State with a focus on secure, accurate, transparent and accessible elections.
As Arizona’s chief election officer, Fontes oversees critical statewide election duties and works with officials throughout all 15 counties. Under his leadership, the secretary of state’s office has received three national Clearinghouse awards (“Clearies”) from the bipartisan U.S. Election Assistance Commission recognizing excellence and innovation.
The awards honored Arizona’s work in election cyber security and technology, its Election Administration Student Fellowship Program, and expanded voting services for members of our military and Americans living overseas.
These national honors recognize programs designed to strengthen security, improve election operations and better serve Arizona voters.
In addition, the secretary of state’s role extends far beyond elections.
The office serves Arizona residents and businesses through business filings, trade names and trademarks, notary services, document authentication, legislative filings and preservation of important state records.
The office also administers Arizona’s Address Confidentiality Program, helping protect survivors of domestic violence, sexual offenses and stalking by providing a substitute address and confidential mail forwarding.
Serving in the capacity of secretary of state requires experience, knowledge of Arizona law, integrity, accountability, attention to detail and the ability to serve Arizonans throughout the state.
As secretary of state, Adrian Fontes has worked tirelessly to fulfill his duties with dedication, leadership and an impeccable work ethic. Know the role. Know the results. Know the facts.
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