Several BerniePDXers attending the People’s Summit in Chicago on June 9-11 will report on what they experienced and what they learned over the weekend. Go to https://
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Location: Watershed Bldg, 5040 SE Milwaukie Ave., Portland
We at BerniePDX are appalled at the behavior of the police at the protests on Sunday, June 4. If you haven’t already called Mayor and Police Commissioner Ted Wheeler to express your concern, we ask that you do so ASAP: 503-823-4120, or send an email to mayorwheeler@portlandoregon.gov.
It horrified many Portlanders that only days after the tragic murders on the MAX by a white supremacist, a rally organized by out-of-state white nationalists was being held in our city. The Trump rally organizers have assaulted people at other events and made threats of violence to people of color, Muslims and Jews.
At the start of the rally, the police were lined up with their backs to the Trump rally — their backs to the out-of-state white nationalists and those attending the rally they organized. The police had their eyes on and weapons facing those who came out to protest bigotry.
Later on, the police decided to clear the park of protesters for what appeared to be the convenience of the Trump ralliers. Rubber bullets, flash bangs, tear gas and physical force were used against many peaceful protesters who were in the process of following police instructions. Police injured and traumatized the people who took a stand against bigotry and hate, as the Trump rally-goers cheered them on. There is photographic evidence that someone at the pro-Trump rally worked with the police to arrest protesters. The police also detained over 100 protesters and collected their information for an unknown purpose. Evidently, the police were more concerned with collecting the information of Portlanders who oppose racism and fascism than the information of known white supremacists who threaten violence against the people in our city.
Like many Portlanders, BerniePDX is terrified that the Trump administration has created an environment where hateful people feel permitted and empowered to harass, threaten, and become physically violent towards people of color and people of non-Christian faiths. During these difficult times when we cannot expect protection from the federal government, it is more important than ever to be able to count on our local government. However, the actions of Mayor Wheeler and the Portland police have not only failed to protect the public, they have instilled fear and mistrust of our local government and police in many.
Please call Mayor and Police Commissioner Ted Wheeler’s office and express your concerns about the behavior of the Portland police. No matter how justifiably angry you may be, when you call the mayor’s office, we recommend that you remain calm and professional on the call. Don’t just say that you are mad; clearly explain what you are concerned about and why.
In solidarity,
BerniePDX Leadership Committee
Yesterday we lost a member of our local Bernie community and a public servant, both of whom stood up against hate. Taliesin Myrddin Namkai Meche and Rick Best were killed by a known white supremacist after defending two Muslim women from the nazi’s bigotry and violence. BerniePDX stands in solidarity with all those who actively oppose racism and xenophobia. We must not let the cries for unity in this time silence the voices of those who are targeted because of the way they look or their religion. We cannot forget that our state, which is so often hailed as progressive, has one of the most racist histories in the country. Our deepest condolences are with the family and friends of the victims.
If you would like to donate to the families of the victims to help with funeral costs, the other hero who survived but needs help with medical bills, or the two Muslim women who were attacked, please click here: http://www.portlandmercury.com/blogtown/2017/05/28/19044093/heres-where-to-donate-to-help-the-survivors-and-victims-families-of-fridays-hate-attack
Taliesin Myrddin Namkai Meche at the Bernie Sanders Oregon Campaign Headquarters in Portland.
Join Congressman Blumenauer for Public Forum on: Universal health care. Medicare for all. Single-payer. What would these mean for you and your family? How can we make these proposals law?
Guest speakers will include:
•T.R. Reid, Author of New York Times Bestseller, “The Healing of America: A Global Quest for Better, Cheaper and Fairer Health Care”
•State Senator Michael Dembrow
•State Representative Alissa Keny-Guyer
•Dr. Samuel Metz, Oregon Physicians for a National Health Program
•Dr. Paul Gorman, Health Care for All Oregon (moderator)
Doors open at 5:00 p.m. Seated capacity will be limited at this event. Please plan accordingly.
Location: First Unitarian Church, 1211 SW Main St., Portland
Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1557373467606752/
What’s next after the election? Furthering Bernie’s agenda locally, of course!
We’ll learn about a city-wide ballot initiative that will tax corporations to pay for renewable energy infrastructure projects! We’ll discuss the upcoming grassroots rally and budget-hearing in Salem!
We’ll also hear about the status of Single-Payer Universal Healthcare in the state and country in preparation for Rep. Blumenauer’s town hall on the topic! Heard the term “Single-Payer” a lot, but not quite sure what it entails? Come learn the details!
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Location: 5040 SE Milwaukie Ave. Portland
Last night was a HUGE win for local progressive politics!!
All of the candidates BerniePDX endorsed in the May Special Election won their elections!!!! Proof that grassroots, people-powered campaigns WORK!!
Thank you for knocking doors, making calls, donating, texting, attending meetings and events, posting on social media, spreading the word, voting, and making BerniePDX a force for progressive political change!
Congratulations to our endorsees: New Portland School Board members Rita Moore & Scott Bailey; new Portland Community College Board Director Valdez Bravo; and new David Douglas School Board members Stephanie D. Stephens and Ana Del Rocío!!
Special thank you to Our Revolution for supporting Rita and Valdez!
ALL of the Portland initiatives also passed!! Portland students will soon be able to drink out of the water fountains at their schools thanks to the School Bond! The city auditor will have more independence to properly audit city agencies, and short-term vacation rentals will be taxed the same amount as hotels to help fund public services!
See you Tuesday at 7pm (5040 SE Milwaukie Ave)!
Thank you for continuing the progressive Political Revolution!!
In Solidarity,
The BerniePDX Leadership Team
Sign your ballot envelope and drop it off by 8:00pm TUESDAY, and please message your friends! Only 17% of Multnomah County voters have voted so far!
– List of Multnomah County dropboxes: https://multco.us/elections/multnomah-county-official-ballot-drop-sites
– Or search by address: http://sos.oregon.gov/voting/Pages/drop-box-locator.aspx
– BerniePDX voting recommendations: www.BerniePDX.us/our-endorsees
It’s too late to mail your ballot. Thanks for voting!
The May Special Election is on May 16th and we need to turn out the vote for the grassroots progressive candidates endorsed by BerniePDX!
Join us for a fun, empowering evening of bringing change to the local level! Bring snacks and drinks if you can. Visit BerniePDX.us/our-endorsees to see the full list of endorsements and the results from our ballot party last week!
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Let’s turn out in support of local candidates who answered Bernie’s call to run for office and change our system from within! RSVP HERE: https://www.facebook.com/events/304561599974836/
Location: Watershed, 5040 SE Milwaukie Ave., Portland
✓ Portland School Board: Rita Moore, Scott Bailey, Joseph Simonis
✓ YES on 26-193 (School Bond)
✓ YES on 26-189 (Increases Auditor’s Independence)
✓ YES on 26-194 (Tax on short-term rentals)
✓ PCC (Zone 5): Valdez Bravo
✓ MESD: Helen Ying
