Hey PDX leftists... looks like we're having a day. And listen, I unfollowed some folks weeks ago because I didn't care for their energy. But I've still sent them a few bucks when there has been need because I respect that they're actively fighting our corrupt racist system.
And though I might even agree with some call outs or responses, I think ultimately this is a time to listen and hold space for anger from our comrades rather than tone police or escalate or re-escalate. This week in particular we need to remember we're all fighting the system.
We are frayed. We are raw. We are hurting. We don't all get along. Heck, personally, there are some folks in the leftist community I downright don't like all that much.

But if you're fighting the system, I love you. Unabashedly. Without hesitation.
Breathe. Get offline for a bit. Have a snack. If you're writing an angry tweet towards someone who's also fighting the system, save a draft, take 5, ask yourself if it needs to be said. Maybe it does. But let's remember why we're here.

We got this. We take care of each other.
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