On Jan 31, a Yemeni immigrant grandmother saw her window explode from tear gas (per OPB). Thank you to Gov. Kotek *and* mayors of cities in Clackamas County for their stance. We must, however, insist that Oregonian officials take steps to prosecute illegal federal actions. buff.ly/dUvPmq6

🚨 Jeff Merkley - Clackamas County Town Hall 🚨 Date: Friday, February 6, 2026 Time: 6:00 pm PT Location: Clackamas High School Senator Merkley will update us on his work in Washington, D.C., answer questions and invite suggestions about how to tackle the challenges facing Oregon and America.

Happy Black History Month!

buff.ly/gHRUBFs "Tear gas is banned in international warfare." Yet this was used outside the Macadam ICE facility against children and seniors on Jan 31. And many others within a peaceful, organized protest. This action endangers health, fundamental rights of free expression, and our environment.

The feds just gave $12 million to Oregon to build a 10-lane machine gun range in Boardman. In the meantime feds gave only $600,000 or 5% to solve the major polluted drinking water problem in the Umatilla & Morrow areas in NE Oregon causing major health problems.

buff.ly/YyEPweg Inexcusable exercise of vicious force by ICE agents against Portland protestors. Even worse when children are also subjected to these 'less lethal munitions'. The sole 'provocation'? A large number of protestors focused on loving thy neighbor.

Federal officers are content to apply indiscriminate force all over at protests, hospitals, homes. Their 'interest' in a Newport facility simply advances sinister ambitions. At bare minimum, ICE and other federal officers should be profoundly liable for harm they have caused and will cause.

ICE activity is harming our state's health. A Venezuelan family seeking MEDICAL CARE was detained by ICE at a hospital. Healthier Oregon has lost thousands of enrollees over 6 months BECAUSE OF federal actions. Healthcare, like other domains, must be open to the public. All of the public.

Are you registered to vote? If not, use the link below to do so! Join us in supporting our Democracy - Voting is our right! buff.ly/MbuPeHW #clackamas #democrats #progressive #clackamascounty #oregondemocrats

buff.ly/Szn690S The recent killing of VA nurse Alex Pruitt in Minneapolis is another in the recent stack of authoritarian injustices. DHS and the Trump administration instigated this action. Thank you to these lawmakers for recognizing the threat. We must investigate and implement accountability.

Community members are invited to stop by, share concerns, and hear about priorities for the upcoming legislative session. January 24th, 10:00 A.M. Chapters Books & Coffee (701 E 1st St, Newberg) January 31st, 10:00 A.M. Sucre (31840 Charbonneau Dr, Wilsonville)

buff.ly/MELGqzn Around 120 data centers impact Oregon's environment while companies pay discount. This advisory committee is a welcome chance to support Oregonians over business interests. We thank Gov. Kotek for supporting our economy and environment. The group is set to meet early in 2026.

Conspiracy theories and rightwing extremism clearly have a safe home in the Oregon GOP. Oregon Republican, January 6er and right-wing conspiracy theorist David Medina just filed to run for Governor. Stay tuned!

Martin Luther King Jr symbolized a firm moral compass -- not simply a great leader and orator. He fought for economic justice, racial equality, and world peace. One salient remark: "We still have a choice today: nonviolent coexistence or violent coannihilation. " Today, we continue this work.

People with substance use disorders deserve respect in their care. The Recovery Campus aims to provide treatment WITH housing -- moving towards long term recovery. Thank you to Gov. Kotek and the county for reinvigorating this effort. We must build upon this momentum for all county residents.

Join AG Dan Rayfield & 4 visiting AGs for a town hall on the anniversary of the first lawsuit challenging the president’s illegal actions. Join us January 21 at Revolution Hall:

SAVE THE DATE Join @repsueriekesmith.bsky.social on January 31 at 10 am for a Town Hall & Coffee at luxsucre.com in Wilsonville for constituents of House District 26. @clackamasdems.bsky.social @washcodems.bsky.social @ordems.bsky.social

The CDC has improperly changed vaccine schedules. This 'revision' flies contrary to proper vaccine practice. We here at DPCC echo Oregon Health Authority endorsing continued guidance by the American Academy of Pediatrics. With vaccines, we can limit preventable life-altering illness and/or death.

DHS is claiming that the two people shot in East Portland are dangerous criminals. They are leaning on the very weak 'they were gang members' defense. Per the defense attorney, DHS is trying to justify shooting unarmed civilians. DHS must halt its wanton violence in Portland and in the state.

Community Art Build 1/17 join us and create art! 511 NW Broadway Saturday at noon.

States with TRAP laws (abortion restrictions) cause harmful effects. Even patients using fertility treatment are very impacted. This OHSU study illuminates the value of a strong reproductive medicine ecosystem. Oregon is a leader but should strengthen its healthcare, especially in rural settings.

Want to get involved in local politics? Ready to be more active in your community? Join the Democratic Party of Clackamas County as a volunteer! buff.ly/Pk9RsyJ #volunteer #clackamascountydemocrats #getinvolved

In Wyoming, abortion rights proponents won. Their supreme court struck down abortion restrictions based on the state constitution's promise of healthcare freedom. A conservative state where people again grasped victory. We must celebrate this news and keep building up reproductive freedom.

In East Portland yesterday, a DHS agent shot two people. On top of Minneapolis Dec 7. On top of MANY atrocities, even less publicized ones. Thank you AG Rayfield for initiating an investigation. We need legal and community action to provide accountability for these atrocities. buff.ly/v67E8nw

ICE is in our communities, taking fellow residents by force. Rep. Salinas has shared a primer on what to do if you encounter ICE.

Proposed Trimet changes disrupt travel to medical care, shelter, and places of recreation. Less access for Clackamas County residents. Impacts include: Line 79 connecting Clackamas and Oregon City and Line 37 connecting Lake Oswego and Tualatin. We need enhanced transit, not reduced service.

The 12th annual March for human rights and dignity is Monday @ 1pm! 700 N Rosa Parks Way

Here is a list of some of the events happening in January! Our events page has more information and links to each event. Events Page Link: buff.ly/6o7dPMt #clackamas #democrats #progressive #clackamascounty #oregondemocrats #oregonindivisble #events #progressivedemocratsofamerica #dontshootpdx

buff.ly/dIrL87P ICE agents appear to have murdered an innocent woman in Minneapolis. These actions must be prosecuted, and stopped through legal and resident action. We should center community during this difficult time. Thank you to people putting their LIVES ON THE LINE for their neighbors.

buff.ly/QgN2SAR Rep. Bynum recently co-sponsored the ABC Act. This essential law encourages input from and access for family caregivers. Caregiving is hard but valuable work. This act helps the people doing the helping. Rep. Bynum, thank you for supporting the American caregivers.

War with Venezuela is a disastrous sequel to Iraq War. It's not the Middle East...yet this is just a colonialist play for oil. Harms range from civilians dying in to blocked travel in the region. We echo Oregon lawmakers decrying these actions that bring disaster to Venezuelans and the region.

buff.ly/wC6m5vY Hear hear for Medicare for All! Healthcare at its best is a force to uplift lives. Thank you for championing universal healthcare, Sen. Merkley! Let us continue this essential movement into 2026. Forward!

In Clackamas County, snow falls and coats Mt Hood. Across the world in Kashmir, they also face snow fall and cold days. Kashmiri people wear a pheran (a coat) to face winter's chill with resilience, echoing what we do here. Take this time of year to refocus and prepare for more good trouble.

Trans and nonbinary people are irreplaceably valuable. Attacks on gender-affirming care are plainly wrong - they are unscientific, and unethical. These actions must be rejected wholesale in favor of inclusivity and love. Make a public comment to stand up for community members: buff.ly/oG8ikXn.

Immigration is a positive good for our society first and economy second. The proposed change is a nonstarter - no material benefit, and just another malicious attempt at white supremacist policy. We applaud AG Rayfield and team for uplifting us as a nation of immigrants.

Federal officers appear to be upending treatment at Legacy Emanuel. They bring detainees sporting injuries they caused and create a climate of fear. ICE's unacceptable activity is coming to light thanks to local outlets like Willamette Week (buff.ly/Ow60IVp) and Portland Mercury (buff.ly/VcxTw8F).

buff.ly/dvllW6H Such a horrifically high price -- for a medicine to halt infant deaths from a serious muscle condition. Companies claim R&D costs, but it's not true. Publicly funded research and people's lives went into this medicine. We must honor public investments and improve drug pricing.

buff.ly/LUATA1H Corruption and this admin are surely compatible. Venture Global's co-chairs back "liquefied natural gas" (another form of polluting fossil fuel) and bought shares with a nod from the Energy Secretary. Sen. Merkley, thank you for supporting us and our right to a clean environment!

buff.ly/Empl8ay ACA hikes likely now, upending healthcare. Bills were forced to the floor as a "discharge petition" - it's that urgent. Though this is not a good outcome, we extend our gratitude to Senators Wyden and Merkley. Democrats must remain in solidarity for effective, affordable healthcare.

buff.ly/Vn8YVfQ An impressive 99% decrease in juvenile cases from vaccinating newborns for Hep B. HHS is dismantling this 35 year policy -- over the wishes of medical orgs. Thank you to Oregon and the rest of the West Coast alliance for recommending vaccinating newborns more than 4.5 pounds.

buff.ly/tmZHcYm Since October, federal agents have jailed Portland ICE protestors in Clark County Jail. These arrests are wrong on so many levels and anti-democratic. A recent minor win: this practice will now be discontinued per jail director David Shook.

ICE injustice includes arrests for: - Playing Ghostbusters theme - Caring for a son with a severe muscle disorder - Standing up for neighbors A dark comedy indeed: "Many arrestees asked to remain anonymous out of fear of retribution. " Portland moving to fine ICE is a just action.

The Resistance Lab with Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal Sunday Dec 14th 11:00 AM–1:00 PM PST Learn how nonviolent movements fight authoritarian leaders—and turn frustration into action at home. buff.ly/BUzjPDA

buff.ly/NgzsQzx This inhumane approach to unsheltered people is wrong. Unless your sole goal is cruelty, a poor solution. Clackamas County must keep developing affordable units. The county is taking a right first step for unsheltered residents. But we must aim higher with an eye for compassion.

buff.ly/gFsvVuO Newport is getting its rescue helicopter back from DHS. Thank you for toeing the line and supporting us Oregonians, Senators!

buff.ly/3zmPP5R 890 shelter beds of 1500 have opened. Still, this is not a strong fix. From the article, "A shelter is not a home." This housing crisis impacts the whole Portland metro. Portland and other cities should focus on expanding housing not shelters. Especially as winter arrives.

Our 2021 heatwave soared past 110+ degrees. A massive heat dome over the Pacific Northwest. Nearly 100 heat-caused deaths in Oregon. A Rhode Island-sized area of scorched trees! We must protect our trees and our environment, a home with which we must coexist. buff.ly/6vSXct7