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After Portland’s Withdrawal from Joint Terrorism Task Force, Community Groups Push City Hall to Outline Rules of Engagement

Murmurs: Wheeler Criticized for Singling out Hardesty

In other news: Jeff Cogen could run for Portland City Council.

Portland Mayor Ted Wheeler Criticized for a Racist Double Standard in Scolding City Commissioner Jo Ann Hardesty

“Mayor Wheeler acted out the age-old custom of powerful men making an example of black people who are deemed to have stepped out of line, particularly when white female sensibilities are the perceived victim.”

When the Big One Hits, Hundreds of Portland’s Buildings Could Crumble. Is it Fair to Make Property Owners Prepare?

The story of earthquake preparedness in Portland is a complicated saga of bureaucratic and political failings.

Four Rumors Have Sprouted During Portland’s Earthquake Backlash. What’s the Truth?

As backlash grows against the city toughening its rules for unreinforced masonry buildings, a rumble of rumors can be heard—most of them from disgruntled property owners who think the safety requirements are a conspiracy. WW examined four of those claims.

Police Union President Demands Apology From Commissioner Chloe Eudaly, Suggests Leftist Activists Are the Real Threat to Portland

“What about those who throw bricks, rocks, bottles, feces, and urine at police officers endangering not only our officers but also peaceful protesters who are exercising their right to free speech?” Portland police union president Daryl Turner said in a statement.

Police Union For Commanding Officers Slams Portland Officials For Condemning Controversial Texts With Right-Wing Activist

“As Portland Police Commissioner [Wheeler] has failed to develop an understanding of even basic police work,” the union said in a statement.

Portland Mayor Agrees to Provide Police Training on Identifying White Supremacy, Announces Independent Investigation of Police Bureau Communications

“I have heard from the people of Portland,” Mayor Ted Wheeler says. “I agree we must do more to ensure that we adhere to the values affirmed by the resolution recently passed by City Council to condemn white supremacist and alt-right hate groups.”

Portland Cop Pulled From Duty Assignment, Protests Planned After Texts Reveal Police Discussions With Right-Wing Leader

“It is imperative that we come together to hear people’s concerns and ideas,” Chief Danielle Outlaw said.

Portland Mayor Calls For Investigation of Police After WW Reports Text Messages With Right-Wing Organizer. Read All the Texts Here.

“In my opinion, these text messages appear to cross several boundaries,” Mayor Ted Wheeler said.

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