@LauralPorter Pulling this quote out of context misrepresents what I was trying to say her. I guess I got a little flustered with being repeatedly interrupted while trying to give a thoughtful response. So I want to correct the record, because I'm getting repeated death threats over this. 1/
@LauralPorter Peaceful protests are advancing the movement, and as noted in the article, I of course oppose crime and arson. 2/
@LauralPorter I disagree with the Mayor's characterization of peaceful protesters as attempted murderers. It's fodder for Fox News and the Trump administration to use our beautiful city as a campaign prop and I won't be party to it. 3/
@LauralPorter Finally, I stand in support of #BlackLivesMatter demonstrators in calling for the City to listen to community demands, stop throwing good money after bad in the Portland Police Bureau, and start working to end poverty.
That's how we bring about true community safety. 4/4
That's how we bring about true community safety. 4/4
