Protests for September 8

Posted on by audrey

Summary

On Tuesday evening, as wildfires kicked up across the state of Oregon, protesters marched from Waterfront Park to the TriMet transit police offices in Old Town. They were blocked at several points by police lines, and marchers diverted around them, then decided to march to the Central police precinct. Next they moved to City Hall nearby, dancing and some freestyle rap, before being dispersed again. Arrests happened at several points during the march and dispersals, including that of a reporter, and one arrest that led to a medical emergency for the protester (graphic video is marked below). Many protesters left after this disturbing arrest, and the night ended with no other significant activities.

Scheduled Events

Waterfront Park Direct Action March – 8 PM

Timeline

Protesters are gathered in Waterfront Park, near the Burnside Bridge. Smoke has returned, this time from wildfires to the south of us near Salem and Woodburn.

The protest is blocked again at NW Naito and Davis:

The protest continues to move to another location:

Graffiti on City Hall:

Portland police announce that a large section of downtown is closed:

CW for a medical emergency during an arrest:

Reporter @KohzKah was arrested tonight:

Media

Present

Articles

OPB

When Portland police use tear gas, protesters aren’t the only ones breathing it

The Oregonian

Nearly 2 in 3 Portland voters view Mayor Ted Wheeler unfavorably, even more favor new police oversight system, poll shows

Willamette Week

I Live in East Portland. Riot Police Threatened Me in My Yard.

Police

Agencies present

  • Portland Police Bureau

Munitions used

Number of arrests

Eleven

Charges

  • Interfering with a Peace Officer 
  • Resist Arrest
  • Disorderly Conduct II 
  • Attempt Escape III 

Protests for September 7

Posted on by sal

Summary

September 7th in Portland saw the start of a windstorm that brought in smoke from fires in the Mount Hood and nearby Washington areas, making the air uncomfortable to breathe in some areas and dangerous for sensitive groups in others. Possibly as a result of this, there was no night demonstration in Portland. There were, however, an abundance of right-wing rallies to cover in the area.

In Oregon City, a caravan of Trump supporters rallied at Clackamas Community College. Hundreds of people gathered and listened to a few speeches before setting off in a caravan that drove along the freeways around the area before some of the group split off while the rest continued all the way to Salem, Oregon. In Salem, the group held a flag waving rally at the city’s capital building. This rally was met by some Salem community members coming out to counter-protest, although the group of counter-protesters appeared to be visibly smaller than the right-wing rally.

Members of the flag waving rally were noticeably aggressive towards both counter-protesters and press. Assaults on multiple individuals were caught on video by journalists on the ground. As a result of one of the assaults, two ring-wing protesters would arrested by Salem Police but were quickly released. It is unclear if these individuals were actually charged with a crime.

In Portland, a demonstration for Black Lives Matter was held around mid-day. Protesters in attendance listened to speeches and performances by community members. The group eventually left the park to march around the area, and by the time they returned for more speeches, the smoke blowing into Portland had gotten visibly more severe. Unlike in Salem, this event ended without any altercations or interference by police officers.

Scheduled Events

Timeline

Oregon City to Salem

Trump supporters held a rally in Oregon City just outside of Portland.

The pro-Trump car caravan made their way to Salem for a flag waving rally.

CONTENT WARNING: The video below shows multiple individuals from the right-wing rally assaulting a leftist protester.

Two individuals who were assaulting a counter protester were arrested…

… And then quickly released.

Cathedral Park

In North Portland, protesters gathered at Cathedral Park for a demonstration and march.

Very important members of the community were in attendance of the march, seen below:

Media

Present

Articles

OPB

Hundreds gather for pro-Trump vehicle rally in Portland suburb

The Oregonian

Multiple arrests after Trump supporters, Proud Boys gather for Labor Day caravan, Salem rally

Portland City Council fractured and on vacation

Right-wing activists and supporters of President Donald Trump gathered in Oregon City (Video)

Wildfire smoke pours into Portland metro, threatening air quality; state warns worse could come

We Out Here Magazine

A LETTER TO THE EDITORS

Police

Agencies Present

  • Salem Police Department

Munitions

None

Arrests

None

Charges

None