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Western States Center @westernstatescenter.org · 3d

“Drawing from Hebrew Scripture, they reminded the community that ‘to seek justice is to embody mercy and fairness—especially toward the vulnerable.’”
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Interfaith community leaders call for justice and compassion after ICE raid in Wilder

More than 20 faith leaders from various spiritual communities includingChristian, Jewish, Muslim, Unitarian Universalist, and other faiths in Southwest Idaho h

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Jewish Council for Public Affairs @thejcpa.bsky.social · 5d

Today marks 7 years since a white supremacist murdered 11 Jewish worshippers at Tree of Life in Pittsburgh — the deadliest attack on the Jewish community in U.S. history. The hate that fueled the attack has only become more normalized.

Our full statement:
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Seven Years After Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooting, JCPA Highlights Crisis of Increasingly-Normalized Antisemitism and Extremism - Jewish Council for Public Affairs

Today marks seven years since the horrific Pittsburgh synagogue shooting, where a white supremacist gunman murdered 11 Jewish worshippers from three congregations at Tree of Life, the deadliest attack...

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hcronk.bsky.social @hcronk.bsky.social · 6d

Had a great visit to Portland, despite the regime believing it to be a hellscape. Grateful to @westernstatescenter.org for a great AMP conference and to @toriglass.bsky.social for organizing a fantastic #Exvangelical meet-up!

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Western States Center @westernstatescenter.org · 7d

🐸 New song drop!

“Frogs of Portland” by Ana Egge (@anaegge.bsky.social), live from AMP 2025.

Inspired by Portland’s inflatable frog protest crews, it’s joyful resistance in song form.

🎧 anaegge.com

#AMP2025 #FrogsOfPortland #CultureLab #KeepPortlandWeird

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Western States Center @westernstatescenter.org · 15d

Thousands will march tomorrow in Oregon & Washington for #NoKings 2.0, resisting authoritarianism and defending inclusive democracy.

Show up with care, stay alert, and have each other’s backs.

🔗 Read more: buff.ly/Q7nU7zE

#DefendDemocracy #InclusiveDemocracy #Solidarity

‘No Kings’ anti-Trump protests set for Oct. 18 in Oregon, Southwest Washington

Thousands in Portland and across the Pacific Northwest are expected to take part in the national “No Kings 2.0” protests Saturday. It’s the third nationwide protest against President Donald Trump…

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Western States Center @westernstatescenter.org · 17d

Thank you Meyer Memorial Trust, Northwest Justice Funders Collective, Northwest Health Foundation and New Avenues INK for making AMP 2025 possible! buff.ly/SO7RiJi
#PDXAMP25 #AMPisBack #PDXEvents #DefendDemocracy #AdvocacyInAction

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Western States Center @westernstatescenter.org · 19d

Indigenous Peoples’ Day is a call to honor sovereignty, resist colonization, & defend Indigenous self-determination.

We stand with Tribal Nations protecting land, sovereignty, & democracy, knowing that liberation for all begins with Indigenous leadership.

#IndigenousPeoplesDay #InclusiveDemocracy

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Western States Center @westernstatescenter.org · 22d

Don't miss the fun!
The deadline to register for AMP is Wednesday, October 15:

www.westernstatescenter.org/amp-2025

#PDXAMP25 #AMPisBack #PDXEvents #DefendDemocracy #AdvocacyInAction

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Oregon for All @oregonforall.bsky.social · 23d

🚨 A U.S. citizen in Milwaukie was detained by ICE even after proving his citizenship.

Oregon’s Sanctuary Law exists to stop racial profiling and keep local police from collaborating with ICE. When federal agents ignore it, everyone’s safety is at risk.

📞 Report ICE activity: 1-888-622-1510

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Western States Center @westernstatescenter.org · 23d

Culture and music are where belonging takes root—and AMP attendees will get exclusive access to film, art, and music to refuel our movement with joy and connection. #PDXAMP25 #AMPisBack #PDXEvents #DefendDemocracy #AdvocacyInAction

Register by 10/15: www.westernstatescenter.org/amp-2025

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PEN America @penamerica.bsky.social · 24d

Anyone who's read George Orwell knows #CensorshipIsSo1984.

This #BannedBooksWeek, we're asking you to do more than #ReadBannedBooks.

Could we suggest a $5 donation to PEN America for every one of the books you've read on our "Banned Books Bingo Card"?

Please donate now at: pen.org/2025-support...

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Western States Center @westernstatescenter.org · 24d

We urge Sec. Noem to take in the real Portland, not the one “untethered to the facts” and manufactured by the Trump administration to justify this abuse of power. We are a peaceful city. We are a beautiful city. And we are a city united against the military policing our communities.

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem arrives in Portland for Tuesday visit

The secretary arrived at a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility in Portland just after noon Tuesday, where Portland police officers had blocked off streets and cordoned off observers and…

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Western States Center @westernstatescenter.org · 25d

Let Kristi Noem know that #OregonIsHome! Keep Portland Free! You’re Barking Up the Wrong Tree!
Join us for a #PawsOffPortland puppy party at Revolution Hall TODAY (Oct. 7) at 4 PM.

RSVP here: bit.ly/pawsoffpdx

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Western States Center @westernstatescenter.org · 26d

An 84-year-old Vietnam vet and his wife were knocked down by federal agents while peacefully protesting in Portland. Federal violence against community members isn’t law enforcement, it’s intimidation.

Read more at OregonLive 🔗 buff.ly/J7EQ3py

Federal agents knock down elderly couple during Portland protest

An 84-year-old said she sustained a concussion and was hit with a projectile after she and her husband, a Vietnam vet, were knocked down by federal officers.

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Western States Center @westernstatescenter.org · 29d

We're proud to be Portland. #NowhereElsePDX

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Western States Center @westernstatescenter.org · 29d

Troops in Portland won't stop the AMP conference. Our strategic gathering of movement leaders is more crucial than ever. Check out the workshop preview: buff.ly/EkEtAHt

#PDXAMP25 #AMPisBack #PDXEvents #DefendDemocracy #AdvocacyInAction

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Western States Center @westernstatescenter.org · Oct 2

Tonight at 6pm: attend Protect Oregon's virtual kickoff to learn how Portlanders across the city can take action with their friends and neighbors to oppose any military takeover in Oregon. Sign up for this and more upcoming events at bit.ly/42k86JT

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Western States Center @westernstatescenter.org · Oct 2

This week, more than a dozen Oregon mayors signed a joint letter rejecting any attempt to federally militarize the Portland metro area. Oregon is home, not a military target. #NoTakeoverOR

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Western States Center @westernstatescenter.org · Oct 1

It’s LGBTQ History Month 🌈
Western States Center honors the fight for inclusive democracy, from the 1992 No On 9 campaign to today’s struggles for equality. History isn’t just memory, it’s a guide for action.

Learn more: NoOn9Remembered.org

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Bend the Arc: Jewish Action @bendthearc.bsky.social · Oct 1

And tracking extremism and hate is vital. Our safety depends on protecting each other.

Follow groups like @splcenter.org, @aclu.org, Political Research Associates, NAACP, and @westernstatescenter.org which still commit to this work.

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Western States Center @westernstatescenter.org · Oct 1

This Yom Kippur arrives amid heightened political tensions and spiritual urgency, reminding us that teshuva is both personal and collective.

May your fast be meaningful and your reflection deepen your resolve. G’mar chatima tova.

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Tina Kotek @tinakotek.bsky.social · Sep 29

Today, I was in downtown Portland walking peacefully with Oregonians to say that we don’t need military intervention here.
We are peaceful.
We are united.
We are Oregon.

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Oregon for All @oregonforall.bsky.social · Sep 29

On Sept 18th, clergy who have shown up daily at the immigration courthouse and ICE building stood in solidarity with immigrant communities, leading a powerful 'Faith Over Fear' action. We're proud to be a part of the launch of this faith coalition.

Learn more here: form.jotform.com/252608413367...

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Oregon for All @oregonforall.bsky.social · Sep 29

Thousands of Oregonians, community leaders, and elected officials came together in downtown Portland on Sunday to say loud and clear: we don’t want federal troops in our communities. ✊

Read more about the rally here: www.kptv.com/2025/09/29/h...

#Oregonforall

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Western States Center @westernstatescenter.org · Sep 29

Make no mistake: this isn’t just about Portland or whatever city this administration targets next. President Trump is attempting to write himself a blank check to deploy federal agents and military troops anywhere he wants, against whoever he wants.

Sign on to help #ProtectOregon: buff.ly/MkrAs7z

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