0ccupying Portland

Two downtown Park blocks have been "occupied" since early October. When Portland Mayor who has been sympathetic to the movement announced that he was evicting everyone from these blocks at midnight on A Saturday evening my first reaction was oh this will be good. Perfect timing for all the drunkards exiting the numerous bars and venues around town. My crew and I followed suit after seeing Blitzen Trapper at the Crystal Ballroom. We humbly stumbled by a line of police in full riot gear, armed with tear gas and batons to join the strengthening crowds. Thousands turnout to show there support or frustration of what many see as a sad reality, A largely peaceful crowd lasted throughout the weekend and watch angerly as police effectively dismantle what remain of the encampment.