Month: December 2020

Scheduled Events

• Justice for Patrick Kimmons – 11 AM from the North Precinct to the Red House

Timeline

Today the anti-eviction camp at the Red House continues, as well as the weekly Justice for Patrick Kimmons march.

Good morning from the Red House Eviction Defense ?? today, the weekly Justice for Patrick Kimmons rally & march will be taking off at 11 from the north precinct and marching TO THE RED HOUSE! pic.twitter.com/KslJ9aZUsL

— Alissa Azar (@R3volutionDaddy) December 10, 2020

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We’re making shelter with a tarp for the rain at one of the blockades. Someone says “ damn my umbrella… I didn’t even think about using that for the rain”

— Alissa Azar (@R3volutionDaddy) December 10, 2020

Community members have continued to build out the infrastructure needed to support the number of people participating.

Composting toilets are being built! pic.twitter.com/BzbrOsX6ce

— Alissa Azar (@R3volutionDaddy) December 11, 2020

Posted with permission: anti fascist protesters gather around campfires. At this specific guard post, an activist in black bloc plays the banjo. “Level four plates don’t work with the banjo,”they joke and unclip their plate carrier. pic.twitter.com/ywhODnI6Q7

— Melissa “Claudio” Lewis (@Claudio_Report) December 11, 2020

I’m having trouble finding my way through the barricades, which seems like an extremely good sign for the barricades

I can hear a speaker telling white people they have no culture. Encouraging them to reconnect with their roots rather than step on the cultures of others

— Laura Jedeed (Misanthrophile) (@LauraJedeed) December 11, 2020

A kind person shows me the way through. “I haven’t slept for 35 hours. Probably won’t sleep for another 24. It’s hard to sleep around here. Lots of stuff going on”

— Laura Jedeed (Misanthrophile) (@LauraJedeed) December 11, 2020

“Life is land back, and land back is life!”

“This is done! We can do it!”

The speaker cites the Zapatistas as an example

The energy here is really incredible. There’s a sense of optimism I haven’t felt since July

— Laura Jedeed (Misanthrophile) (@LauraJedeed) December 11, 2020

People have spread straw over the ground. It’s still muddy of course–it’s winter in Portland–but people are doing what they can

Here’s a massive woodpile to feed the cheerful bonfire at the top of the hill. Activists sit around it and chat quietly pic.twitter.com/KsvFkU3Ukr

— Laura Jedeed (Misanthrophile) (@LauraJedeed) December 11, 2020

Media

Present

• Alissa Azar @R3volutionDaddy – CashApp: $pdxalissa / Venmo: @R3volutionDaddy
• Gabby @PDXGabs
• Laura Jedeed (Misanthrophile) – CashApp/Venmo: misanthrophile / PayPal: askmisanthrophile@gmail.com
• Mac Smiff – CashApp: $MacSmiff
• Melissa “Claudio” Lewis – Cashapp: $ClaudioReport / Venmo: Claudio_Report

Articles

The New York Times

Protesters Erect Barricades in Portland to Save a Black Family’s House

OPB

FAQ: Understanding the ongoing ‘eviction blockade’ protest in Portland

The Oregonian

• Investor at center of N. Portland occupation says he’s ready to sell the ‘Red House’ back
• Red house blockade in Portland a ‘combustible’ situation that requires intense negotiation before police action, experts say
• Sheriff’s office details Tuesday’s forced entry of Portland red house, including finding weapons, fortifications
• The people most harmed by crime are the least helped, a new study finds
• Portland’s red house occupation continues into third day

Police

Agencies present

N/A

Munitions used

N/A

Number of arrests

N/A

Charges

N/A

Summary

With most of the protest community occupied at the Red House on Mississippi, Portland Police turned their attention to Laurelhurst Park early in the morning. Residents of the park and community members began fighting a sweep of the houseless encampment when it was first announced a few weeks ago. Protesters were successful at blocking police from doing so initially, but with most people doing community support elsewhere, police came back this morning and cleared the entire camp, displacing all of its residents.

Concurrently, today was the second day of the Red House Eviction Blockade. Protesters and varying groups continue to provide mutual aid within the blockade, and there has yet to be a significant police presence since their initial attempt at evicting the Kinney family (the residents of the Red House) yesterday. Things were relatively calm, besides the area being harassed by aggressive trucks of right-wingers, until about 9:30 pm when two cars drove by and threw explosive devices towards one of the entrances of the barricade. Thankfully, no one was hurt by this attack. Protesters remain at the Red House as it enters its third day of eviction defense.

You can donate to the Kinney family here.

Scheduled Events

• Red House on Mississippi Eviction Defense – All Day
• Laurelhurst Camp Eviction Defense – 6 am

Timeline

Laurelhurst Park

Early in the morning police arrive at Laurelhurst Park to clear a houseless encampment.

Come down to laurelhurst.
Bodies needed asap
Campers are being given 30 min to leave. If you can please come down pic.twitter.com/N8R0oGD19B

— C.A.R.E. PDX (@CAREPDX1) December 9, 2020

Down at laurelhurst park where portland police are actively sweeping a houseless camp pic.twitter.com/nSlHTnuJwR

— Alissa Azar (@R3volutionDaddy) December 9, 2020

They’re tearing apart people’s homes and belongings and trashing them as I type this. pic.twitter.com/dBtX3LCLSA

— Alissa Azar (@R3volutionDaddy) December 9, 2020

If folks DID want to relocate and move their things and tents, they couldn’t, because the police have it all blocked off and are really limiting their options (they don’t have any..) pic.twitter.com/SnVQGjMw8x

— Alissa Azar (@R3volutionDaddy) December 9, 2020

By 2:20 pm Laurelhurst Park has been cleared out and all of its residents displaced.

Laurelhurst park is now empty and all the residents have been displaced. It’s freezing cold outside, people are dying of Covid at a rate that’s growing by the day. You should be ashamed, warcrime Wheeler. pic.twitter.com/ciUW5WFIrV

— Alissa Azar (@R3volutionDaddy) December 9, 2020

The Red House on Mississippi

The eviction blockade at the Red House that began yesterday morning continues.

Protestors are barricading a gentrified neighborhood in north Portland, hoping to repel police and prevent an eviction pic.twitter.com/wKItb1mI9o

— Sergio Olmos (@MrOlmos) December 9, 2020

The barricades are an example of defense in depth. Most entrances have multiple layers of barricades. There are a variety of different options to dissuade vehicle traffic and police advances.

The quality of construction is quite impressive. It will be an unholy bitch to remove.

— Robert Evans (The Only Robert Evans) (@IwriteOK) December 9, 2020

The neighborhood is quite sweet and seemed broadly supportive. One man gave up his fence to the barricades. People moved their cars before the barricades went up. When one person got angry, his neighbors came and deescalated him.

— Robert Evans (The Only Robert Evans) (@IwriteOK) December 9, 2020

Beautiful Sunrise Ceremony happening right now ?

— Alissa Azar (@R3volutionDaddy) December 9, 2020

PPB plane circling overhead, inappropriately low. Only visible police presence.

— Melissa “Claudio” Lewis (@Claudio_Report) December 9, 2020

Organizers of the Red House eviction blockade begin a press conference at 1 pm.

Organizers are beginning a press conference pic.twitter.com/My8vuSpqTc

— Sergio Olmos (@MrOlmos) December 9, 2020

The matriarch of the Kinney family speaks pic.twitter.com/E6FpMX3ff3

— Sergio Olmos (@MrOlmos) December 9, 2020

The youngest son of the Kinney family speaks pic.twitter.com/s7jZbzCVXt

— Sergio Olmos (@MrOlmos) December 9, 2020

The eldest son of the Kinney family speaks pic.twitter.com/uD0cBwt6Iq

— Sergio Olmos (@MrOlmos) December 9, 2020

William X Nietzche, the eldest son, on his message to the mayor pic.twitter.com/engGgruf7Z

— Sergio Olmos (@MrOlmos) December 9, 2020

The press conference wrapped up w/ the eldest Kinney brother who answered questions from the press. When asked about a response to the mayor’s tweet, he said, “We need executive intervention. This has crossed the threshold into crimes against humanity.” #RedHouse #Pdx #Portland

— not too shabby gabby ✨ (@PDXGabs) December 9, 2020

Check out journalist Brian Conley’s thread, which begins here, for a much more detailed recounting of the press conference:

The press conference has begun, starting with a condemnation of the enforcement of an eviction during the pandemic.

'We refuse to stand by while our elected officials continue to ignore and the police who are sworn to protect us continue to carry out evictions"

— Brian Conley (@BaghdadBrian) December 9, 2020

One press crew insisted on asking more questions after the conference ended and when folks put their bodies in between the Kinney family, the reporter yelled “don’t touch me”. At that point, people insisted they leave which offended them. #RedHouse #Pdx #Portland pic.twitter.com/Oc2eOEy1yZ

— not too shabby gabby ✨ (@PDXGabs) December 9, 2020

Community members show their support by bringing supplies and neighboring businesses have opened their facilities to protesters.

Albina Press has opened up late night for protesters and activists! They have free black coffee, and all cash tips go to Red House. Neighbors continue to bring PPE, food, and barricade supplies. Not consistent with the terrorism narrative provided by Chuck Lovell.

— Melissa “Claudio” Lewis (@Claudio_Report) December 10, 2020

At around 9:35 pm, two vehicles drove by the Red House and individuals inside threw explosives towards protesters. No one was hurt by this attack.

This just happened. After the first IED we were all taking cover when the rest was deployed. One didn’t go off. Lots of security on it. Still shaken as we figure things out will update soon https://t.co/8kD8Cav7rU

— Alissa Azar (@R3volutionDaddy) December 10, 2020

SOUND WARNING: The footage below contains loud explosions.

Chugs at the Red House driving by and throwing fireworks at the north entrance. Clip from concrete reporting. There's a call for bodies. pic.twitter.com/oaRYfTIUa8

— Griffin – Live Protest News (@GriffinMalone6) December 10, 2020

A mortar, two smoke bombs, and some sort of IED were thrown out of an SUV and a truck heading west on Blandena. I screamed for everyone to hit the pavement. Albina Press swiftly hid inside, cool and calm. Everyone is safe. pic.twitter.com/56sjaP26f2

— Melissa “Claudio” Lewis (@Claudio_Report) December 10, 2020

Things have calmed over here, security is strong. People are definitely alert but things have moved on. I’m probably hitting my crashing point soon so if nothing comes up I’ll update in the morning! Stay vigilant and stay dangerous ?

— Alissa Azar (@R3volutionDaddy) December 10, 2020

Anti fascist activists use their “stockpiles” of weapons (in this case three asp batons) to roast marshmallows for s’mores pic.twitter.com/3dOhQPupiR

— Melissa “Claudio” Lewis (@Claudio_Report) December 10, 2020

Media

Present

• Alissa Azar @R3volutionDaddy – CashApp: $pdxalissa / Venmo: @R3volutionDaddy
• Brian Conley @BaghdadBrian – CashApp: $Baghdadbrian / Venmo: baghdadbrian
• Concrete Reporting @ConcreteReports
• Gabby @PDXGabs
• Melissa “Claudio” Lewis – Cashapp: $ClaudioReport / Venmo: Claudio_Report
• Robert Evans
• Sergio Olmos (OPB)

Articles

AfroSapiophile

• “Defunding the Police” Needs to Happen.

Al Jazeera

• Federal authorities probe police killing of Black man in Ohio
• Republicans are in no rush to recognise Biden as president-elect

Courthouse News Services

• Portland Pulls Two Cops to Avoid Second Contempt Finding

It’s Going Down

• As COVID Deaths Explode And End Of Eviction Moratorium Looms, Portland Community Beats Back Eviction, Erects Barricades

Newsweek

• Black Man Shot Multiple Times by Police Was Carrying Sandwich Not Gun, Family Says

NPR

• Casey Goodson Update: Death At Deputy’s Hand Is Ruled A Homicide
• Seattle Police Ruled In Contempt For Firing Less Lethal Weapons At BLM Protesters

OPB

• City directs Portland Police to provide quarterly inventory of weapons arsenal
• Portland agrees to remove 2 officers from public-facing policing duty
• Portland family explains problems that led to foreclosure as protest blockade continues

The Oregonian

• Investigation continues into racist letters weeks after Portland leaders receive them (Subscriber Exclusive)
• Occupation outside N. Portland house continues into Wednesday; no police presence at scene
• Portland’s red house occupation launched spontaneously, but protesters barricade for long haul
• Tourists’ views of Portland turn sharply negative, another blow to hospitality industry
• 2 Portland police officers to be removed from protest duty to avoid potential contempt motion in court

Portland Mercury

• City Council Approves New Reporting Requirements for Military-Style Police Weapons
• Good Afternoon, News: Red House “Copaganda,” Only Half of America Wants Vaccine, and Hell Yeah, Let’s Break Up Facebook!
• Good Morning, News: “Red House” Occupation Continues, Oregon Breaks Death Record (Again), and GOP “Very Worried” About Their “Brand”
• Help Feed Those In Need with These Portland Volunteer Groups

Willamette Week

• Here’s Why Prominent Black Activists Say They Fear Opening Their Mailboxes
• Oregon Prison Inmates Promised Early Release Due to COVID-19 Are Still Waiting

Yes! Magazine

• How Portland Protesters Keep Each Other Safe

Police

Agencies Present

• Portland Police Bureau (Laurelhurst Park Sweep)

Munitions

None

Arrests

None

Charges

None

Summary

At about 5 am this morning, residents of the Red House awoke to police at their door attempting to forcefully evict them. Many of their belongings were haphazardly tossed outside and they were given a small amount of time to gather their things and vacate the premises. In response, the community mobilized and came to the aid of the Kinney family, a Black and Indigenous family who have lived at the Red House for decades and have been fighting eviction since September. Community members showed up in numbers and were successfully able to push the police back, but not before 7 people were arrested including two members of the Kinney family. After the departure of riot police, community members took to building a barricade around the block of the Red House and have remained in the area all day, anticipating the eventual return of the police. While police have not returned throughout the day or the next morning, protesters remain in the area and the barricades are still up.

The Kinney family issued a press release about the day’s events here.

You can also donate to the Kinney family here,

Scheduled Events

• Sit-In to Stop Systemic Displacement – 8 pm

Timeline

Portland Police Officers arrived at the Red House on Mississippi early in the morning in an attempt to evict the family who has been living there and protesting their eviction. The community came to their aid.

They are doing a raid on the Red House on Mississippi right now!!! Riot cops and yellow tape blocking off the road pic.twitter.com/LmbQcZG7LZ

— ProtestaBloc (@ProtestaBloc) December 8, 2020

Welcome to Portland, where apparently the laws are merely suggestions and the mayor/police commissioner kicks a family out of their home during a deadly pandemic and the police kettle and mace folks trying to defend them pic.twitter.com/9ORNPQdJNP

— Alissa Azar (@R3volutionDaddy) December 8, 2020

LEO reinforcements have left on the south sides. The alley behind Red House is accessible now. Riot cops stare down the north side. pic.twitter.com/Rc9KzpfVjy

— Melissa “Claudio” Lewis (@Claudio_Report) December 8, 2020

We are at “fuck the fence”
O’clock pic.twitter.com/LUs4lg0XUl

— Melissa “Claudio” Lewis (@Claudio_Report) December 8, 2020

PPB hit numerous people with their car. They’re relatively ok but presumably shaken up from it pic.twitter.com/KfiilEAZIn

— Alissa Azar (@R3volutionDaddy) December 8, 2020

Holy fucking shit that was probably one of the craziest things I’ve ever witnessed. The activist defending red house just chased out four cop cars along with cops on foot. I likely cannot post shit lmao. WOW. When they said don’t mess with the community…

— Alissa Azar (@R3volutionDaddy) December 8, 2020

After protesters successfully push back riot police, community members begin removing the fencing around the Red House.

I’m at Red house where several cop car windows were smashed and fist fights have erupted with the cops. For now, they have retreated. The group removes the fence around the house. pic.twitter.com/7mFGuWHR5Z

— Peter (@gravemorgan) December 8, 2020

Police have left the area. Activists are attempting to salvage thousands of dollars worth of equipment and personal property that County Sheriff’s deputies, Portland Police, and Port of Portland Police tore apart and threw in a pile behind the house.

— Sean Bascom (@baaascom) December 8, 2020

Many hands make light work as over a hundred activists band together to clear the debris, save any salvageable food, and fortify the area. The food in the foreground of this photo is not salvageable because it has touched the ground and is not fully enclosed in a can or bottle. pic.twitter.com/nqvhvO6go3

— Sean Bascom (@baaascom) December 8, 2020

@RageRagina rallies the crowd pic.twitter.com/c9wlSGj4Rx

— Melissa “Claudio” Lewis (@Claudio_Report) December 8, 2020

Protesters have erected a barricade around the street of the Red House.

Barricades are being erected on all sides of the street by the Red House on Mississippi pic.twitter.com/2DgbRFZW4a

— Peter (@gravemorgan) December 8, 2020

The community defense continues as the group builds out several layers of defense against the inevitable return of the cops to evict the Red House. Nails, bricks and concrete are starting to fill the street. pic.twitter.com/3byQMjXgwt

— Peter (@gravemorgan) December 8, 2020

Also: mutual aid. Community members start arriving with food to replenish what was taken by PPB, some show up with gallons of hot coffee & changes of clothes for those that were maced.
It’s not just black bloc here, curious neighbors are walking over to ask how they can help.

— Peter (@gravemorgan) December 8, 2020

At 6 pm Portland Mayor Ted Wheeler makes this announcement on his Twitter:

I am authorizing the Portland Police to use all lawful means to end the illegal occupation on North Mississippi Avenue and to hold those violating our community’s laws accountable. There will be no autonomous zone in Portland.

— Mayor Ted Wheeler (@tedwheeler) December 9, 2020

Protesters have remained in the area throughout the day, anticipating the return of police.

The scene. People are working on projects and talking together. There is a feeling of community in the air, dampened by the mayor’s recent tweet in which he authorized “Portland Police to use all lawful means to end the illegal occupation on North Mississippi Avenue.” pic.twitter.com/iyCQSkM99k

— Sean Bascom (@baaascom) December 9, 2020

Things have evolved considerably in the few hours I’ve been gone. Multiple layers of barriers have been fortified – at least 3 to the north I’ve counted in defense of the Ted House on Mississippi #RHAZ pic.twitter.com/FIMuNII0iw

— Peter (@gravemorgan) December 9, 2020

Currently- music is playing, tarps and tents are going up, there’s a bonfire, it’s RAINING!!! But people are still showing up

— Alissa Azar (@R3volutionDaddy) December 9, 2020

Media

Present

• Alissa Azar @R3volutionDaddy – CashApp: $pdxalissa / Venmo: @R3volutionDaddy
• Melissa “Claudio” Lewis – Cashapp: $ClaudioReport / Venmo: Claudio_Report
• Peter @gravemorgan
• Sean Bascom – CashApp: $Baaascom / Venmo: @Sean-Bascom 

Articles

AP News

• Portland police and protestors clash in broad daylight

Democracy Now!

• Black Mom Swarmed & Beaten by Philly Riot Police with Toddler in Car Demands Officers Be Fired
• Police Raid Home of Data Scientist Who Blew Whistle on Florida COVID-19 Reporting

Double-Sided Media

• UPDATED: EPD Officers Shoot Black Man, Department Struggles to Keep Story Straight

Future Human

• Scientists Identified a Green, Poisonous Gas Used by Federal Agents on Portland Protesters

KGW

• ‘There will be no autonomous zone in Portland’ | Wheeler says encampment at ‘Red House’ must end

The Nation

• Freedom Sings
• Trump’s Dilemma: Who Will Give Him Asylum Now?

OPB

• Portland mayor authorizes ‘all lawful means’ to clear protesters from occupied area on Mississippi Ave.
• U.S. Marshals task force shoots man during arrest attempt in North Portland

The Oregonian

• Occupation outside North Portland home continues, despite mayor’s condemnation, warning
• Portland weighs easing limits on where homeless shelters and camps can operate
• Protesters re-occupy longtime Black-owned N. Mississippi Ave. property after clashes with police trying to ‘re-secure’ house
• West Linn to send outside firm’s report on bogus Michael Fesser theft case to fired police chief before making it public

Yakima Herald

• Immigrant advocates to hold informative livestream on DACA ruling Tuesday

Police

Agencies Present

• Portland Police Bureau

Munitions

None

Arrests

7 + 6

Charges

Trespass II, Resisting Arrest

No events are scheduled for today.

Media

Articles

Future Human

Scientists Identified a Green, Poisonous Gas Used by Federal Agents on Portland Protesters

The Oregonian

• String of Black staffers departs Portland mayor’s office
• Judge seeks ‘practical’ not punitive remedies after finding Portland in contempt of restrictions on less-lethal weapons
• Federal judge rejects second effort to block state’s $62 million fund for Black Oregonians

Portland Mercury

First Cases of COVID-19 Confirmed in Portland Prison Inmates

Portland Monthly

Amid an Uncertain Year, a New Vanguard Emerges in Portland Journalism

Willamette Week

• Fifteen Portland Police Bureau Staff Have Tested Positive for COVID-19 Since Spring, and 40 Have Quarantined
• Readers Respond to Racial Disparity in Traffic Deaths

Summary

Note: The next day there have been reports of possible COVID exposure at the PDX Mutual Aid Share Fair event and Abolish I.C.E! protest in Portland on this date. If you were at either event please consider self-quarantining and getting tested if possible for the safety of others.

Two protests took place in and around the Portland area today, the first of which was a Vigil for Kevin Peterson Jr. in Vancouver, Washington. This event was organized by Kevin’s family and, anticipating a right-wing presence, they urged attendees to not engage with ill-acting counter-protesters at Kevin’s memorial. After listening to speeches by black community members, the demonstration marched through the streets of Vancouver, passing groups of right-wing counter-protesters along the way but not engaging with them. The demonstration marched to the location where police killed Carlos Hunter last year, where they stopped for speeches and then marched back to their starting point. Both ways of the march were met with small pockets of right-wing groups, but attendees were successful at outright ignoring individuals in those groups and the demonstration ended peacefully.

The second protest was an Abolish I.C.E demonstration at their facility in Southwest Portland. This demonstration drew around 25-30 people after it was announced on social media hours before it began. Nearly 1/3 of the crowd was arrested last night after some protesters tagged the federal building and Homeland Security declared the gathering a riot. Multiple ambulances were seen entering and leaving the grounds of the facility after arrests were made. With numbers dwindling, the demonstration ended around midnight.

Scheduled Events

• PDX Mutual Aid Share Fair – Noon
• Vigil & Peaceful March for Justice for Kevin Peterson Jr. – 1 pm
• Abolish I.C.E! – 8 pm

Timeline

A demonstration demanding justice for Kevin Peterson Jr., which was organized by his family, begins at 1.

Here at the US Bank in Hazel Dell, WA where family and community members ate beginning to gather for a vigil in remembrance of Kevin Peterson Jr. who was killed by Clark County Sheriff's deputies on October 29th of this year. pic.twitter.com/Nw5Hhmy9P2

— Sean Bascom (@baaascom) December 6, 2020

Today’s rally (at the US Bank where he was shot) has attracted about 300 folks so far. I’ve seen at least three rifles, carried by folks in Black bloc. Interesting juxtaposition with families with young kids here who’ve brought flowers and signs.

— Alex Zielinski (@alex_zee) December 6, 2020

I’ve in Vancouver for the vigil & march for Kevin Peterson Jr. Many beautiful signs are posted up surrounded by flowers and candles as the vigil is restored after it’s been continuously destroyed by hateful RW’ers. pic.twitter.com/V4i1gIz9Cu

— Alissa Azar (@R3volutionDaddy) December 6, 2020

One journalist speaks to the mother of a friend of Kevin Peterson Jr.

“That could of been my son,” she says. “It’s hard enough being the single mother of a biracial boy in this town, to think this could happen to him….”

— Alex Zielinski (@alex_zee) December 6, 2020

A lot of Kevin’s family is here with homemade sweatshirts: pic.twitter.com/9IGgtztKib

— Alex Zielinski (@alex_zee) December 6, 2020

A group of right-wing counter-protesters have been spotted in the area.

Found the chuds, there’s a group of 20 or so up the block at the 99 saloon

— Peter (@gravemorgan) December 6, 2020

A right wing group has gathered a few blocks away. This event is surrounded by volunteer security guards keeping their eye out for unwelcome agitators.

— Alex Zielinski (@alex_zee) December 6, 2020

Protesters listen to speeches by community members.

@MacSmiff starting things off pic.twitter.com/v2aKTSvofd

— Sean Bascom (@baaascom) December 6, 2020

@norfjordan speaks and performs pic.twitter.com/jveUsMm4mg

— Sean Bascom (@baaascom) December 6, 2020

“Cops lie, people die.” – @Jahdi_ speaking at the march in Vancouver about the way police initially claimed Kevin Peterson Jr shot first but later they proved his pistol was never fired. #PdxProtest #PortlandProtest #BLMProtest #KevinPetersonJr pic.twitter.com/1jDHUW3fha

— not too shabby gabby ✨ (@PDXGabs) December 6, 2020

“Abolition does not mean an absence of safety. It means coming up with non-cop solutions. We are going to defund the police and then abolish them.” – @Jahdi_ at the Kevin Peterson Jr march in Washington.

— not too shabby gabby ✨ (@PDXGabs) December 6, 2020

There is a gathering on memory of Kevin Peterson in Hazel Dell WA. Peterson was shot and killed by law enforcement officers in here. A small number of counter-protesters have also gather some blocks away. #BlackLivesMatter pic.twitter.com/KbPjWEOZTd

— Justin Yau (@PDocumentarians) December 6, 2020

The group begins preparing to march around 2:15 pm.

After several speeches, the group is mobilizing to march.

— Alex Zielinski (@alex_zee) December 6, 2020

The march is preparing to take off. The speaker is reminding the crowd we are here for Kevin Peterson Jr. and not to engage with right wing aggressors

— Alissa Azar (@R3volutionDaddy) December 6, 2020

At about 2:25 pm the demonstration begins their march.

March begins, heading out of the parking lot: pic.twitter.com/bancyJIjA2

— Alex Zielinski (@alex_zee) December 6, 2020

This crowd is big! 400 maybe? pic.twitter.com/WIycMN50k5

— Alex Zielinski (@alex_zee) December 6, 2020

The march heads out, Black Lives Matter chants echo through the streets. The crowd passes a group of armed counter-protesters sporting ‘back the blue’ and Trump flags, but does not engage. pic.twitter.com/wTA0ndSxiG

— Peter (@gravemorgan) December 6, 2020

The demonstration passes a group of right-wing counter-protesters.

Successfully marching past this group of people protesting the memorial march: pic.twitter.com/kEd2d46AUo

— Alex Zielinski (@alex_zee) December 6, 2020

Counter protesters to the march for Kevin Peterson Jr pic.twitter.com/juvgmTGqEm

— Peter (@gravemorgan) December 6, 2020

Vibe check: pic.twitter.com/rKItPpMd2V

— Alex Zielinski (@alex_zee) December 6, 2020

Slowly uphill pic.twitter.com/Kbuz844Ugl

— Melissa “Claudio” Lewis (@Claudio_Report) December 6, 2020

Every public lot the march has passed thus far has extremists in full gear ready to intervene

— Melissa “Claudio” Lewis (@Claudio_Report) December 6, 2020

This is an American division of the French yellow vest movement. It also bears the BLM power fist. pic.twitter.com/yqtlbQY1nB

— Melissa “Claudio” Lewis (@Claudio_Report) December 6, 2020

We’ve snaked through a mobile home park, where residents came out and waved (and some glared, told group to leave). Now at Grover Electric & Plumbing supply parking lot on NE 78th and NE 18th.

— Alex Zielinski (@alex_zee) December 6, 2020

An armed resident patrols their driveway as the march passes by pic.twitter.com/R9ixVp8eca

— Peter (@gravemorgan) December 6, 2020

A disgruntled neighbor comes out to scold the march. The speaker reminds her that we are not here for her, we are here for Kevin Peterson.

— Melissa “Claudio” Lewis (@Claudio_Report) December 6, 2020

Protesters stop to listen to speeches at the site where police killed Carlos Hunter last year.

Turns out this empty culdesac is where Carlos Hunter was killed by police last year: https://t.co/nw9Yi1DUiM

— Alex Zielinski (@alex_zee) December 6, 2020

The march stops for a moment for speeches. A Black femme reminds the audience Black Lives Matter’s effort and energy is dwindling, and Kevin Peterson JE’s life didn’t matter any less. That just because we settled for Biden we cannot let up.

— Melissa “Claudio” Lewis (@Claudio_Report) December 6, 2020

The march has come to a stop. The crowd are listening to speeches. Speaker Laila Deweese laments the slowing momentum of the protests & the lack of change since the movement began this Summer. #BlackLivesMatter #Vancouverprotest #PortlandProtests pic.twitter.com/bT7JvPG17G

— Justin Yau (@PDocumentarians) December 6, 2020

“The cops in Vancouver have 18 weeks of training. In Oregon it’s 16 weeks. How come it takes 6-8 years to learn the law but a couple months to protect?” – Black speaker named Truth addressing the crowd at the Kevin Peterson Jr march. #PdxProtest #PortlandProtest #KevinPetersonJr

— not too shabby gabby ✨ (@PDXGabs) December 6, 2020

Mal from Frontline Drumline speaking on abolition vs reform pic.twitter.com/sUBtQq7vLW

— Sean Bascom (@baaascom) December 7, 2020

The group is now marching back to the starting spot.

— Alex Zielinski (@alex_zee) December 6, 2020

The march is still 200+ strong: pic.twitter.com/prRix4ROG5

— Alex Zielinski (@alex_zee) December 7, 2020

The #KevinPetersonJr vigil crowd marched back through Hazel Dell to the starting point with speeches and music leading the way. The crowd was energized by the small break. #BlackLivesMatter #Vancouverprotest #PortlandProtests pic.twitter.com/ewUcMxazDG

— Justin Yau (@PDocumentarians) December 7, 2020

The demonstration once again passes a group of right-wing counter-protesters.

Oh, these guys are still here, protesting? pic.twitter.com/suFWNsx5hf

— Alex Zielinski (@alex_zee) December 7, 2020

A line of folks stand between this group and the march, turning their backs to them. Seems like an effective way to get a message across.

— Alex Zielinski (@alex_zee) December 7, 2020

Another tense moment as crowds marched back close to counter-protesters. The lead speaker asked crowds to ignore them as they marched past. The encounter ended without incident or injuries. #BlackLivesMatter #Vancouverprotest #PortlandProtests pic.twitter.com/4GvvryVFTm

— Justin Yau (@PDocumentarians) December 7, 2020

The demonstration arrives at the U.S. Bank parking lot where Kevin Peterson Jr. was killed, where they started.

Vigil attendees have arrived back at the starting point of the march. There are speeches, closing statements, & live indigenous music. #BlackLivesMatter #Vancouverprotest #PortlandProtests pic.twitter.com/cE5Msunb1D

— Justin Yau (@PDocumentarians) December 7, 2020

The march has ended but not after there were some amazing speeches by Kevin Peterson Senior (KP Jr’s father), Mac Smiff, and others. Going to try to caption them before I post, but this was a beautiful note to end on. #PdxProtest #PortlandProtest #BLMProtest #KevinPetersonJr pic.twitter.com/QD4iblPajP

— not too shabby gabby ✨ (@PDXGabs) December 7, 2020

In the evening, a demonstration in front of the ICE facility begins and is immediately met by federal officers.

There is a small gathering in front of the ICE detention facility in SW Portland. This is an "Abolish ICE" protest. #PortlandProtest #PDXProtest #BlackLivesMatter #ICE pic.twitter.com/z2C9bPj4T2

— Justin Yau (@PDocumentarians) December 7, 2020

Things popped off right away at the Immigration and Customs Enforcement building in SW Portland tonight in response to tagging and chants. Two arrests. pic.twitter.com/095bp6U9Ga

— Suzette Smith (@suzettesmith) December 7, 2020

DHS agents have rushed out and have taken at least 2 into custody. They did so in response to graffiti sprayed on federal property. This was likely a targeted arrest operation. #PortlandProtest #PDXProtest #BlackLivesMatter #ICE pic.twitter.com/jtefRMUlTJ

— Justin Yau (@PDocumentarians) December 7, 2020

ICE officers rushed the protest crowd again, this time arresting a protester wearing red “medic” crosses. This brings the arrests up to three. pic.twitter.com/9dSaAZDSei

— Suzette Smith (@suzettesmith) December 7, 2020

The riot announcement directly followed this arrest. I believe this is the fourth. pic.twitter.com/1qwSnHqAUh

— Suzette Smith (@suzettesmith) December 7, 2020

Just after 10:10 pm, Homeland Security declares the gathering a riot.

The Federal Protective Service has declared a riot. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

— Suzette Smith (@suzettesmith) December 7, 2020

There was an ambulance that entered the facility. It seemed to leave without a patient. Right before the ambulance departed, nine federal police cars pulled in. pic.twitter.com/E9b6jDsNOm

— Suzette Smith (@suzettesmith) December 7, 2020

Another ambulance went into the ICE facility and officers came out and arrested a protester. They had to chase them through the neighborhood. They’re up to seven arrests, so far. Considering there were only around thirty people to start with, that’s almost a third of the crowd. pic.twitter.com/AuRhpTaP3B

— Suzette Smith (@suzettesmith) December 7, 2020

When the officers ran into the neighborhood some were separated from the group. This protester was yelling at these officers and apparently didn’t back up far enough. Shove time. pic.twitter.com/Z2LrRQXfAv

— Suzette Smith (@suzettesmith) December 7, 2020

Of the 20-25 protesters that gathered tonight. Federal Protective Service agents arrest at least 7 protesters; close to 30% of the crowd. #PortlandProtest #PDXProtest #BlackLivesMatter #ICE pic.twitter.com/ASfWm362o1

— Justin Yau (@PDocumentarians) December 7, 2020

By around midnight, after several arrests, the night ends.

Protest tapered off since there were only about 18 protesters left. I’m out of SW Portland.

— Suzette Smith (@suzettesmith) December 7, 2020

Media

Present

• Alex Zielinski (Portland Mercury)
• Alissa Azar @R3volutionDaddy – CashApp: $pdxalissa / Venmo: @R3volutionDaddy
• Gabby @PDXGabs
• Justin Yau @PDocumentarians  – CashApp: $portlandindepend / PayPal: https://paypal.me/portlandindepend
• Melissa “Claudio” Lewis – Cashapp: $ClaudioReport / Venmo: Claudio_Report
• Sean Bascom – CashApp: $Baaascom / Venmo: @Sean-Bascom
• Suzette Smith

Articles

Portland Mercury

Hundreds Join Family of Kevin Peterson Jr. in Memorial March

Police

Agencies Present

• Department of Homeland Security – Federal Protective Service

Munitions

None

Arrests

No information from Homeland Security.

7 arrests reported by journalists on the ground.

Charges

No information as of Noon 12/7

A protest in Olympia, Washington turned violent earlier today when far-right counter-protesters attacked left-wing protesters at a rally against hate groups. Far-right counter-protesters physically assaulted leftists, and at least one shot was fired by a member of the far-right side. There are reports that at least one individual was grazed by the bullet and a suspect has been taken into custody by Olympia Police.

In Portland however, there were no protests today.

Media

Articles

The Oregonian

• Joe Biden officially secures enough electors to become president
• Trump rally attendee arrested after shooting at counter-protesters in Washington state, police say

The Olympian

• Olympia police arrest man after he fired his gun at Saturday protest near the Capitol

Politico

• Trump plays a new role: Campaigner in chief

Summary

There were two different demonstrations outside of Portland tonight, one in Salem against hate groups and one in Eugene calling for justice for Aiden Ellison, a black teenager who was killed by a white man for playing loud music in Ashland, OR and Muhsin Sharif, who was shot by Eugene Police earlier this week.

In Salem, protesters gathered at the Capitol building, where they listened to speeches before marching. This demonstration unfortunately had the attention of right-wing individuals in the area and faced a lot of harassment and threats from passing cars as well as cars driving erratically and dangerously near protesters. Despite the threats, protesters marched to the new Salem Police precinct, where they drew in chalk on the grounds and taped letters addressed to Salem Police on the doors. This demonstration ended by around 8:30 pm.

In Eugene, protesters gathered despite the cold to listen to speeches and march to a vigil for Muhsin Sharif. This march, unlike the one in Salem, was not plagued by the presence of aggressive right-wing counter protesters, however there was a heavy police presence following the march. Fortunately police didn’t interact with the march or protesters for the duration of the demonstration, and it ended by around 9 pm without any incident.

Scheduled Events

• Rally Against Hate Groups and For Police Accountability – 5 pm
• No More Names – 6 pm

Timeline

Salem, OR

A rally against hate groups and calling for police accountability begins in Salem at 5 pm.

I’ll be otg soon in Salem for the Rally Against Hate Groups and for Police Accountability. Check this thread for live updates ? pic.twitter.com/1ERwzIX78Y

— Alissa Azar (@R3volutionDaddy) December 5, 2020

I’m in Salem for a March against fascism pic.twitter.com/PFI6I1LRGL

— Melissa “Claudio” Lewis (@Claudio_Report) December 5, 2020

Crowd is gathered near the Oregon State Capitol building as they cheer on the speaker in agreement as he talks about his anger over the police murdering Black people. Right wingers sporadically drive by yelling slurs

— Alissa Azar (@R3volutionDaddy) December 5, 2020

Some protesters were attacked by right-wing individuals in the area.

But really shaken up. Please stay vigilant and in groups.

— Alissa Azar (@R3volutionDaddy) December 5, 2020

A man named Melvin just gave a beautiful speech about his life, being incarcerated as a Black man and how he’s been protesting and feeding the house less since. pic.twitter.com/D25VlyBgzy

— Melissa “Claudio” Lewis (@Claudio_Report) December 5, 2020

Feelings are tense. Security is sweeping the grounds, well aware of Salem’s history (Stop the Steal was recent, but there have been many Proud Boy rallies that turned violent). There’s also a desire to keep focus on the issue.

— Melissa “Claudio” Lewis (@Claudio_Report) December 5, 2020

Local activist Oni Marchbanks pic.twitter.com/ki8oEM3A94

— Alissa Azar (@R3volutionDaddy) December 5, 2020

Oni marchbanks
3/3 pic.twitter.com/zlQzm8B4Wq

— Alissa Azar (@R3volutionDaddy) December 5, 2020

Local activist who goes by Alex. Check out Latinos unidos siempre on Facebook Twitter Instagram for upcoming events 1/4 pic.twitter.com/oxDT1waWPW

— Alissa Azar (@R3volutionDaddy) December 5, 2020

Alex 3/3 not 4 jk pic.twitter.com/9Ijz9TwGku

— Alissa Azar (@R3volutionDaddy) December 5, 2020

Protesters begin preparing to march.

Getting ready for the march

— Melissa “Claudio” Lewis (@Claudio_Report) December 5, 2020

The organizer puts “security/de escalators” in the outside of the march. It’s nice to see de escalation on the same level as security

— Melissa “Claudio” Lewis (@Claudio_Report) December 5, 2020

Group is now marching. Lifted trucks with American flags, don’t tread on me flags and the likes continue to aggressively drive by and yell

— Alissa Azar (@R3volutionDaddy) December 5, 2020

A van drives erratically near the group of protesters, almost hitting multiple people.

Andddd an aggressive van almost just ran over multiple people and they did not care one bit. Everyone is ok.

— Alissa Azar (@R3volutionDaddy) December 5, 2020

Near hit. SPD does nothing. pic.twitter.com/JZdNAZoM1i

— Melissa “Claudio” Lewis (@Claudio_Report) December 5, 2020

Brief moment of silence as some activities take a knee. During the moment of silence a chud started yelling “FUCK ANTIFA!” pic.twitter.com/ZmMut5SOqX

— Alissa Azar (@R3volutionDaddy) December 5, 2020

Interesting sight ?
Moments after harassing activists this person got pulled over and was met with quite a few cops. pic.twitter.com/TI1bYztAfD

— Alissa Azar (@R3volutionDaddy) December 5, 2020

Protesters arrive at Salem Police’s new station at about 7:30 pm.

How did I get here? pic.twitter.com/uekRBVCx70

— Melissa “Claudio” Lewis (@Claudio_Report) December 5, 2020

One part of the group is interested in leaving a letter for SPD stating how Proud Boys gave broken the law. Other part of the group is actively engaged the fascists there and the cars. The group speaking scolds the group not listening.

— Melissa “Claudio” Lewis (@Claudio_Report) December 5, 2020

at the new police station where folks are writing messages on the ground with chalk for the police pic.twitter.com/kxDYJoyO0c

— Alissa Azar (@R3volutionDaddy) December 5, 2020

Letters posted on the new police stations windows pic.twitter.com/AbU9hWphaL

— Alissa Azar (@R3volutionDaddy) December 5, 2020

Big if true pic.twitter.com/X77JQJQ8OL

— Alissa Azar (@R3volutionDaddy) December 5, 2020

Your hero complex will never be fulfilled pic.twitter.com/1jIMD7w0nZ

— Alissa Azar (@R3volutionDaddy) December 5, 2020

By about 8:30 pm, the demonstration comes to an end.

This lead to friction throughout, as many dubbed this “cop collaboration”. Many others seemed not to know anything about the discussions with police, which left them feeling like they had no consented to their “help”.

— Melissa “Claudio” Lewis (@Claudio_Report) December 5, 2020

Eugene, OR

At the same time, a protest is also taking place in Eugene, Oregon.

Hey folks! It’s been awhile but I am back with another evening reporting for @Doublesided541 w/ @mgbelka & @jwcroxton. Thread?????? pic.twitter.com/LqWUEz4mL0

— Janusz -can’t walk without tripping- Malo (@Lopaka_Shaka) December 5, 2020

Cars are slowly arriving, and it’s cold af

— Janusz -can’t walk without tripping- Malo (@Lopaka_Shaka) December 5, 2020

A passerby yells a Black Lives Matter as they drove by

— Janusz -can’t walk without tripping- Malo (@Lopaka_Shaka) December 5, 2020

Just before 7 pm protesters begin marching in the street.

Call to get into the streets has been made

— Janusz -can’t walk without tripping- Malo (@Lopaka_Shaka) December 5, 2020

Good size crowd tonight pic.twitter.com/OnaVwEE5WG

— Janusz -can’t walk without tripping- Malo (@Lopaka_Shaka) December 5, 2020

pic.twitter.com/mCp9fSOTmh

— Janusz -can’t walk without tripping- Malo (@Lopaka_Shaka) December 5, 2020

“I don’t want to say another mother fucking name” is being chanted

— Janusz -can’t walk without tripping- Malo (@Lopaka_Shaka) December 5, 2020

They have a drum line pic.twitter.com/UII5TpK551

— Janusz -can’t walk without tripping- Malo (@Lopaka_Shaka) December 5, 2020

“Fuck Donald Trump, Fuck Biden, We vote for them but we don’t fuck with you” pic.twitter.com/QMFbqHwrrC

— Janusz -can’t walk without tripping- Malo (@Lopaka_Shaka) December 5, 2020

One person honks in support

— Janusz -can’t walk without tripping- Malo (@Lopaka_Shaka) December 5, 2020

March continues pic.twitter.com/GApJJxy7JA

— Janusz -can’t walk without tripping- Malo (@Lopaka_Shaka) December 5, 2020

Cops are also following behind pic.twitter.com/rwZ8TDLQnr

— Janusz -can’t walk without tripping- Malo (@Lopaka_Shaka) December 5, 2020

5.0 is out and about pic.twitter.com/rduVVcoQfh

— Janusz -can’t walk without tripping- Malo (@Lopaka_Shaka) December 5, 2020

The March pass the police come with the usual ACAB and Fuck 12 chants

— Janusz -can’t walk without tripping- Malo (@Lopaka_Shaka) December 5, 2020

Walking past the police pic.twitter.com/kYwpUsk9dx

— Janusz -can’t walk without tripping- Malo (@Lopaka_Shaka) December 5, 2020

March continues on after a speech on being Black in America pic.twitter.com/S8EPImXbrV

— Janusz -can’t walk without tripping- Malo (@Lopaka_Shaka) December 5, 2020

pic.twitter.com/zzeLiqOR7y

— Janusz -can’t walk without tripping- Malo (@Lopaka_Shaka) December 5, 2020

The Kentucky Prosecutors Advisory Council denied the family of Breonna Taylor’s request to have a special prosecutor present Breonna’s case to a grand jury today.

Justice for Breonna Taylor is being chanted

— Janusz -can’t walk without tripping- Malo (@Lopaka_Shaka) December 5, 2020

Muhsin Sharif was shot by Eugene Police on Monday, November 30th. He is currently in the hospital recovering.

The vigil for Muhsin Sharif pic.twitter.com/lxeSX3WVMi

— Janusz -can’t walk without tripping- Malo (@Lopaka_Shaka) December 5, 2020

By around 9 pm the demonstration is coming to an end.

Alright I is cold and the protest is wrapping up. Thank you guys for following along tonight and feel free to tip me on Venmo /thread

— Janusz -can’t walk without tripping- Malo (@Lopaka_Shaka) December 5, 2020

Media

Present

• Alissa Azar @R3volutionDaddy – CashApp: $pdxalissa / Venmo: @R3volutionDaddy
• Janusz Malo @Lopaka_Shaka – Venmo: @janusz-malo
• Melissa “Claudio” Lewis – Cashapp: $ClaudioReport / Venmo: Claudio_Report

Articles

Buzzfeed

• ICE Is Trying To Force BuzzFeed News To Divulge Its Sources

NPR

• PHOTOS: Why These World War II Sex Slaves Are Still Demanding Justice

OPB

• Clark County officers recount chaos leading up to moment they killed Kevin Peterson Jr.
• Far right groups in Northwest find fertile ground in COVID-19 protests
• Portland looks to put new restrictions on police weapons stockpile
• Southern Oregon grapples with shooting death of Black teen Aidan Ellison
• West Linn police chief fired, receives severance pay

The Oregonian

• Phone still on live FaceTime call and gun found near Kevin Peterson Jr.’s body, investigative reports show
• Readers respond: Close prisons to benefit everyone
• Trump administration must take new DACA applications, federal judge rules
• West Linn Police Chief Terry Kruger fired with 3 months severance pay in wake of Michael Fesser case

Portland Mercury

• Good Afternoon, News: Oregon Breaks Scary New COVID Record, House Votes to Decriminalize Cannabis, and DACA Is Back, Baybee!
• Good Morning, News: Big Corps Grab Small Biz Loans, the Fritz Exit Interview, and Trump Wins One in 50 Lawsuits

The Washington Post

• Kentucky council sparks backlash by deciding against new prosecutor in Breonna Taylor case

Police

Agencies Present

• Salem Police Department
• Eugene Police Department

Munitions

None

Arrests

None

Charges

None

Scheduled Events

• Justice for Patrick Kimmons – 11 AM at the North Precinct

Timeline

The weekly Justice for Patrick Kimmons event is happening in North Portland this morning:

Good morning! Justice for Patrick Kimmons march is happening promptly at 11am on the corner of the N precinct. I took this photo during the summer and want to reiterate that Letha is magic, her words are healing, and showing up for her is powerful. #PdxProtest #PortlandProtest pic.twitter.com/LoqyKXuL7v

— not too shabby gabby ✨ (@PDXGabs) December 3, 2020

This car just drove through the march — NO INJURIES — but a bike got hit. The driver got out and nearly a assaulted me and Letha and others. We are regrouping on the corner of NE Alberta. pic.twitter.com/oaAIk2ZTBH

— not too shabby gabby ✨ (@PDXGabs) December 3, 2020

No further reports were shared.

Media

Present

• Gabby @PDXGabs

Articles

KGW

Black Portland activists continue to receive threatening letters in mail

OPB

Hundreds gather to remember Aidan Ellison, Black teen killed in Southern Oregon

The Oregonian

• FBI helping investigate killing of Black man in Ashland hotel parking lot
• Portland’s Custer Park will get new name; it’s called ‘A Park’ for now

Portland Monthly

PDX Love Over Hate Aims to Counter Racist Attacks with Support and Signage

Willamette Week

Chief U.S. District Judge in Oregon Says COVID-19 Vaccine “Will Improve Access to Justice” for Criminal Defendants

Police

Agencies present

N/A

Munitions used

N/A

Number of arrests

N/A

Charges

N/A

Summary

A small group of around 25 protesters demonstrated in front of the ICE facility tonight. The protest was largely uneventful, and police only came out to confront protesters when cars were coming in or out of the building.

Scheduled Events

• Abolish I.C.E! – 8 pm

Timeline

A small group of protesters congregate at Elizabeth Caruthers Park, then march to the ICE facility in Southwest Portland.

There is an “Abolish ICE” protest currently in front of the SW Portland ICE detention facility. #PortlandProtest #PDXProtest pic.twitter.com/saT9Ajtayr

— Justin Yau (@PDocumentarians) December 3, 2020

Brief stand off in front of the Immigration and Customs Enforcement building in SW Portland as a car tries to enter the facility. There are about 25 protesters here. pic.twitter.com/wMjPqI3SIU

— Suzette Smith (@suzettesmith) December 3, 2020

DHS Federal Protective Service agents rushed out to make arrests & secure the driveway. No arrests have been made. #PortlandProtest #PDXProtest pic.twitter.com/zWtMzNVOgm

— Justin Yau (@PDocumentarians) December 3, 2020

Media

Present

• Justin Yau @PDocumentarians  – CashApp: $portlandindepend / PayPal: https://paypal.me/portlandindepend
• Suzette Smith

Articles

Al Jazeera

• Trump releases video repeating debunked election fraud claims

The Hill

• Democrats introduce legislation to strike slavery exception in 13th Amendment

It’s Going Down

• After Weeks Of Violent Proud Boy Attacks, People Are Mobilizing To Defend Sacramento

KOIN

• Police guide that calls BLM a terrorist group draws outrage
• Police look to build cases against Portland vandalism suspects
• Rose City Downtown Collective ‘done passively waiting for help’

OPB

• Supreme Court wrestles with non-unanimous juries case

The Oregonian

• Frustrated Portland business leaders launch group to revive downtown, fault politicians for inaction
• Gov. Kate Brown again loosens criteria for early release from prison due to pandemic (Subscriber Exclusive)
• Portland man, 21, accused of lighting fires at Justice Center facing new charges

Portland Mercury

• Good Afternoon, News: The Coming Unemployment Disaster, Obama vs. the Internet, and More White House Superspreader Parties, Please!
• Good Morning, News: More “Extreme Risk” Counties, UK Approves COVID Vaccine, and How Much for a Presidential Pardon These Days?

Portland Tribune

• Custer Park will get renamed

Willamette Week

• City Commissioner Amanda Fritz Declares Custer Park Will No Longer Have That Name
• Multnomah County Circuit Court Dismisses Cases Against Suspects Accused of Thanksgiving Morning Vandalism

Police

Agencies Present

• Department of Homeland Security – Federal Protective Service

Munitions

None

Arrests

None

Charges

None

Media

Articles

The Hill

• Giuliani has discussed possible pardon with Trump: report
• Hannity urges Trump to pardon himself
• Trump alludes to possible 2024 run in White House remarks

Newsweek

• Trump Calls DOJ ‘Bribery for Pardon’ Probe ‘Fake News’ As Schiff Suggests He Could Face Criminal Charges

The New York Times

• Barr Acknowledges Justice Dept. Has Found No Widespread Voter Fraud

OPB

• Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office singled out for racial disparities in stop data
• Gov. Kate Brown’s budget proposes prison closures and cuts to healthcare providers

The Oregonian

• City Council to appoint commission that could upend Portland’s odd form of government
• Judge finds city of Portland in contempt of order restricting less-lethal impact munitions during protests
• Justice Department probes possible ‘bribery conspiracy’ for presidential pardon
• Lake Oswego student plans to sue superintendent, state senator over alleged discrimination at school
• No evidence of fraud that would change election outcome, AG William Barr says

Politico

• Lawmakers to Biden: ‘Step it up’ on Cabinet diversity
• Unsealed court ruling discloses bribe-for-pardon probe related to Trump White House

Portland Mercury

• Good Afternoon, News: Oregon Breaks COVID Death Record, Judge Rules Against Portland Cops, and Barr Finds Zero Voter Fraud
• Good Morning, News: Darcelle XV Becomes Historical Site, Portland Police Held In Contempt, and Next Three Months Could Be Brutal
• Judge Finds Portland Police’s Use of Munitions Against Protesters Defied Court Order

The Washington Post

• A massive new effort to name millions sold into bondage during the transatlantic slave trade