Staff Reports
In a shocking act of violence, a car owned by Portland City Commissioner of Public Safety Rene Gonzalez was deliberately set on fire. This incident, which occurred in the heart of the “Defund the Police” capital of the world, is a clear example of the dangerous consequences of the radical leftist agenda.
Gonzalez, who is one of the more conservative members of the city council, has been a vocal supporter of law enforcement. It is no surprise that he has become a target for the violent Antifa and leftist activists that have ravaged Portland for years.
Pro-Police Portland Commissioner's Car Torched, Authorities Suspect Political Motivation https://t.co/dgoJ9SQEVX
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The timing of this attack is particularly disturbing, as Gonzalez is currently running for mayor. It is clear that those who oppose his pro-police stance will stop at nothing to intimidate him and prevent his rise to power.
The arson investigation is underway, but it is not surprising that law enforcement has yet to make any arrests. In a city known for its leniency towards criminals and its hostility towards the police, it is unlikely that justice will be served swiftly.
This attack on Gonzalez’s car is just a symptom of the larger problem facing Portland. The city is experiencing a staffing crisis in its police department, which is directly linked to the anti-police sentiment that has been allowed to flourish.
While other major cities have taken steps to combat crime and disorder, Portland has failed to do so. Its police department is severely understaffed, ranking 48th out of the 50 largest cities in terms of officers per resident. This lack of manpower has led to delayed response times and a rise in criminal activity.
The defund the police movement and the destructive riots that followed the death of George Floyd are to blame for this staffing crisis. The radical left’s relentless attacks on law enforcement have demoralized officers and pushed many to leave the profession altogether.
It is clear that Portland needs strong leaders like Gonzalez who are willing to stand up for the police and prioritize public safety. The attack on his car is an attack on the very principles that make our society safe and secure.
As this arson investigation unfolds, it is crucial that the perpetrators are held accountable. Political violence and vandalism have no place in a civilized society. It is time to put an end to the radical leftist agenda and restore law and order in our city. Gonzalez’s pro-police stance should be celebrated, not attacked, and it is the responsibility of every law-abiding citizen to support him and reject the dangerous ideology that seeks to tear our communities apart.
