The Portland Police Bureau, far-left and far-right groups all claimed victory in a long-awaited rally that took place on Aug. 17, where over 1,000 far-right and far-left demonstrators took to…
Events Calendar Aug. 13–19
Tuesday, Aug. 13 Art Watercolor Pet Portraits DIY Bar 7–9 p.m. $45 This mini workshop for artists of all skill levels will leave you with a lovely portrait of your…
Dozen arrested at Jewish Voice for Peace PSU protest outside ICE facility
Around a dozen organizers were arrested Aug. 2 at a protest outside the ICE facility in Southwest Portland—two of which were members of the organizing group Jewish Voice for Peace…
Portland’s Liberation protests for second weekend in a row outside of Mayor’s home
Protesters gathered in front of Portland Mayor Ted Wheeler’s house on July 27 for the second weekend in a row to criticize his reaction to the protests and altercations that…
Portlanders rally against U.S. war and sanctions in Iran, Venezuela
Over 100 people gathered July 28 on the south waterfront in protest of wars and sanctions put on foreign countries by the United States, with specific focus on Iran and…
Lights for Liberty Protest Demands Closure of Detention Camps, Abolition of ICE
Hundreds of people gathered in multiple areas on July 12 across Portland to protest inhumane conditions faced by immigrants and refugees at United States immigration detention centers. The evening protests…
Pride is a protest, not just a party
For some people, Pride is a fun gathering that creates an opportunity to “safely” enjoy an environment filled with people who are like you. This isn’t the case for everyone….
Sudanese protesters call for new government after military coup
After a military coup resulting in the arrest of Sudan’s President Omar al-Bashir, thousands of protesters demanded the immediate transfer of power from the military council to a civilian-ruled government….
‘Climate comes before cash’
Norway’s Labour Party blocked oil exploration in the northern Lofoten Islands on April 5. Many Norwegian youth are now calling for a complete stop to oil drilling in the country….
‘We are scared, listen to us’
Thousands of young students throughout Europe are skipping school and gathering in protest, demanding immediate action against climate change. The protests began in August when 16-year-old Swedish climate activist Greta…
Protests in Nicaragua contribute to economic decline
Nicaragua’s economy has seen a $900 million deficit and has lost a total of 215,000 jobs, with 70,000 from the tourism industry as a result of university-led protests. The protests,…