Mayor Keith Wilson

In Washington, D.C., we see shutdown and chaos. In Portland, we see unity, support of our neighbors, and love for our community. That's the Portland way, and that’s what will see us through the coming days.

I am so proud of the Portlanders who have raised their voices with peace and purpose in recent days, and how our public safety first responders continue to meet the call of service.

As I said in my piece, there is no squaring the federal administration's irresponsible and wrongheaded words about our city with "... the Portland I see every day, a Portland of creativity and natural beauty, of kindness and compassion, and of community principles and purpose."

Mayor Keith Wilson: Portland Doesn’t Need or Want Federal Troops Mayor Keith Wilson argues Portland needs federal partnership for housing and social aid, not “Full Force” troops.

If you have a moment this morning, I hope you’ll read my TIME Magazine editorial about the recent events that have thrust Portland into the national spotlight.

time.com/7322337/port...