We neglected to pose a crucial question to our incumbents and candidates during local campaigns: If Trump wins, what will you do to safeguard our institutions and citizens? This isn’t just conjecture anymore. Similar to California, where the governor is calling a special session to protect Californians, we are in an emergency situation that requires rapid action.
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My questions to elected officials in Oregon are these: What are you doing to prepare for a Trump presidency? What will you do if the following events arise?
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In the event of a federal response to protests in Portland, how will you protect our right to protest and dissent?
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In the event of mass deportations, how will you protect the human rights of our guest workers?
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In the event of a federal abortion ban, how will you protect women s right to bodily autonomy?
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In the event of industry de-regulation, how will you protect our lands and waters?
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In the event of federal rules curtailing the rights of transgender and LGBTQ people, how will you protect those rights?
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In the event of suspension of civil liberties such as the imposition of martial law, how will you protect our freedom?
Are you determined to protect us against totalitarian governance? Since communities of color will be the most affected, how will you safeguard them? Now we need you on file.
Portland’s Miriam Garcia
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