Month: September 2020

Summary September 30th marks the 2 year anniversary of the death of Patrick Kimmons. His mother, Letha Winston, has been a staple at Portland protests ever since his death, and since the George Floyd Protests began has been leading weekly marches in honor of her late son. Tonight, Letha organized a march and memorial for … Continue reading Protests for September 30

Summary A small group of protesters met at Laurelhurst Park near the Multnomah County Sheriff's Office's (MCSO) Penumbra Kelly Building for the nightly demonstration. The group had lower numbers than usual, and in the past have elected to not march based on heightened safety concerns with a small group. However tonight was not one of … Continue reading Protests for September 29

Summary The direct action march on Monday night had an unexpected start when a large number of police officers showed up at Kenton Park while people were gathering there. The police searched people without consent and took supplies from the mutual aid tents, and also arrested someone with a "Vote!" sign. A warning was issued … Continue reading Protests for September 28

Summary Yesterday was a long day for Portland. Between the Proud Boys Rally during the day and the rampant police brutality at night, it appears protesters are tired enough to take the night off. While the community takes a break from protesting this evening, a rally was held during the day by Letha Winston, mother … Continue reading Protests for September 27

Summary Portland's protest community has known about the Proud Boys Rally that took place today for weeks, ever since it was first announced. As has always been the case, this meant that there would be at least one counter-protest in the city. These dueling protests have, in the past, been hot beds of conflict. Many … Continue reading Protests for September 26

No in-person events are happening today, due to the far-right Proud Boys rally expected in North Portland tomorrow. Instead many groups are taking the time to prepare for counter-protests and other support. Media Articles Associated Press Portland, Oregon, braces itself for large right-wing rally Oregon governor sends state police to Portland for protests The Intercept How … Continue reading News for September 25

Summary On Thursday morning, protesters gathered downtown at City Hall for the weekly Justice for Patrick Kimmons event. Patrick's mother, Letha Winston, led the group in chants. Thursday evening, about 100 direct action protesters gathered at Arbor Lodge Park in North Portland to march to the Portland Police Association building. Activists stood outside the building … Continue reading Protests for September 24

Summary The announcement of the court ruling in Breonna Taylor's case ignited protests all over the country tonight. Portland's response was no different. The nightly demonstration in the city began at 7 pm downtown. Despite the demonstration slated to take place in a different part of the city initially, the location was changed after the … Continue reading Protests for September 23

Summary On Tuesday, the weekly Kid-Centered March for Black Lives gathered over a hundred participants for speeches and a neighborhood march in SE Portland. In the evening, direct action protesters marched from Laurelhurst Park to the Penumbra Kelly building on E Burnside Ave, where the Portland police and Multnomah County Sheriffs Officers are located. After … Continue reading Protests for September 22

Summary The main protest for the night began at Laurelhurst Park with a march slated to go to the nearby Multnomah County Sheriff's Office (MCSO) Penumbra Kelly Building. About 100 community members began at Laurelhurst Park and, at around 9:15 pm, arrived at MCSO. The night consisted of activists giving speeches, performances, and dancing. The … Continue reading Protests for September 21