PROTEST IN NEHALEM, December 3, noon to 2 PM.
Community Voices:
Let me continue here with comments made at last Saturday’s protest in Nehalem. These are thoughts from the people who joined us, reflecting not only on this protest, but also on their experiences at many previous protests. The perspectives shared may or may not reflect insight of each individual protester. They do provide thoughts into the motivations and feelings of individuals who have consistently participated in these gatherings.
-Take Climate Change seriously-no fossil fuels. Red States will feel the effects of climate change more than Blue States. I could go on.
-Heartened by love and generosity of this community in these horrific times.
-Love of Community.
-Peace
-The people rise up and stand up for the poor, minorities, women, and children.
-I want more people to realize what is at stake for all of us and to get involved and vote for democracy.
-Our Country means everyone’s Country. The only people who can say they are not an immigrant are American Indians-and we stole their land.
-Them is us.
-We are all from immigrant families, today or 4 generations ago. Our country was built on the concept of acceptance. We cannot be taken in by sidelining one group and creating an “other” to bully-Acceptance not separation.
-Hopefully Trump will be 6’ under before end of 2026.
-Looking forward to more people recognizing the danger our country is in and responding, standing up, writing letters, making phone calls, encouraging others to voice their concerns. No more bombing, deporting, lies, turning the DOJ and other departments into misinformation to the public. Hoping for some truth, empathy, peace and love.
-Love our planet, our home, compassion for each other, share our gifts, create, iterate, Breathe.
-Looking forward to a much safter 2026.
-Divorce thinking from hope-we need hope.
-Love is needed-community is love.
-Defiance until death.
-May we find our way back to the US of A.
-Tobian Reed, the Secretary of State for Oregon, is being sued by the Department of Justice as he is refusing to allow access to Oregon’s Voter Registration list. The DOJ is wanting access to sensitive personal data. Do we have Reed’s back?
-As we enter the New Year, it is important to pause and reconsider the concept of “hate speech.” Reflecting on its role in society, it becomes apparent that hate speech has not served a positive purpose in our past, does not benefit our present, and will not advance our future. The dictionary defines “hate” as a verb meaning to detest, loathe, abhor, or abominate—each word signaling a violent or extreme dislike. Hate is often associated with a deep, personal feeling fueled by enmity or malice.
This leads us to question: Where do we learn to hate? Is hate something we are taught as children, or does it develop during adulthood? At what point can we consciously choose to check in and halt the spread of hate within ourselves and our communities? Ultimately, when we examine the word closely, “hate” is just a four-letter word, yet it carries significant weight and impact. Let us take this opportunity to challenge the presence of hate speech in our lives and strive for a more compassionate and understanding society.
Again, I hope to see you at our first PROTEST in the 2026 NEW YEAR, January 3, noon to 2 PM. Weather does not look good, but dress in layers, wear your rain gear, gloves, hats, boots, double socks, and scarfs will get you through it. Conversations along the line will warm your heart.
Best,
Patty