Political and business leaders in Oregon are urging calm and peaceful behavior ahead of the upcoming election in Portland, a city that has seen significant unrest in recent years.
In an open letter, nearly 100 leaders emphasized the importance of avoiding political violence and maintaining peace, especially as election results may cause heightened emotions.
The call for calm is also tied to concerns about preserving the economic recovery of downtown Portland, which has been impacted by previous protests and demonstrations.
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Oregon political, business leaders urge calm in Portland ahead of next week’s election
Dozens of elected and civic leaders urged calm Tuesday ahead of next week’s election, emphasizing the fragile state Oregon’s most populous city, long an epicenter of protests and demonstrations. They did so in concert with the Portland area’s most influential business organization.
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