The New OK
Edited by Michael Ward
Billy Fortier - Performance Camera Operator
Eric Hinsperger - Performance B-Camera Operator
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From "The New OK"
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My adopted hometown of Portland has been the scene of massive protests since the police killing of George Floyd this summer. Much of the protesting has been peaceful. Almost all of it within a few square block area of downtown surrounding the Federal Building. However, as the summer wore on, rightwing and white supremacist groups also began counter protesting, sometimes with violent results.
The federal government sent in troops, against the wishes of our state and local government, adding to the violence and negativity.
I attended a peaceful protest on July 25th. As I was walking home that night around midnight, I could hear the sounds of teargas canisters being launched against the protesters. As I was walking alone across the bridge, I couldn’t help but notice the people who were walking in the other direction. They seemed to have a very different intent than the people I had been marching with all evening.
This footage was shot this summer in downtown Portland Oregon.
The OK hand sign dates back over 175 years. It has recently been co-opted and used as a sort of coded message from white supremacist groups.
The New OK is NOT OK!
Protesting is an American right, protected by the constitution.
We fully support the right to peaceful protest.
We are steadfastly opposed to white supremacy and bigotry.
We do not condone violence from anyone.
Including the federal troops or the police.
Make your voice heard. Get out and vote.

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