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markdornfeld.bsky.social
A.K.A. PDX Traffic Whisperer
@markdornfeld.bsky.social
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Former Portland and NW Oregon Traffic Reporter, now freshly retired and feeling pretty smug that I worked in radio when it WAS radio.

Open to suggestions. Not susceptible to suggestions.

I don't actually know all the answers but if you hum a few bars...
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A.K.A. PDX Traffic Whisperer @markdornfeld.bsky.social · Sep 28
I would love to sit down with him and talk at length about not only the staggering amount of unconstitutional, illegal, anti-human propaganda that permeates what passes for some media at this moment in time, but the incredible number of people who gladly go along with being told what to think.
Edward R Murrow's final reply to Senator Joseph McCarthy's See It Now appearance April 13, 1954
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thatwriterguy.com
Get this guy an NHL contract.
#caturday #cats #kittens #hockey #nhl
January 10, 2026 at 7:31 PM
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agdanrayfield.bsky.social
ICYMI: We fought in court to protect voting in Oregon – and we won.

Voting by mail is a safe, secure, and beloved Oregon value, and we’ll continue to fight for Oregon values every day.

Read more: https://ow.ly/48AX50XVLWZ #orpol Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read
January 14, 2026 at 3:45 AM
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pmskinner.bsky.social
Six years ago I wrote in the Washington Post that police must not hide their face or name. Seems kind of pertinent now, right? Here’s a link to a free version of the piece I wrote. I was angry and sad then. I’m angry and sad now. Courage. Use it. Now.

www.heraldnet.com/opinion/comm...
Commentary: I’m a police officer; you should know my name | HeraldNet.com
The ability to identify an officer — local or federal — is a requirement for accountability and trust.
www.heraldnet.com
January 12, 2026 at 7:49 PM
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federalreserve.gov
Video message from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome H. Powell:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=KckG...
www.federalreserve.gov/newsevents/s...
Statement by Federal Reserve Chair Jerome H. Powell
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January 12, 2026 at 12:35 AM
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alexzee.bsky.social
Breaking: A Portland police officer has been reassigned after he was captured on film Friday appearing to agree with the tactics used by federal officers when they fatally shot a Minnesota woman last week.
Portland police officer reassigned after comments on Minneapolis shooting, chief says
While the unidentified officer did not say if he’d seen the video of Renee Nicole Good’s killing, he said he would have shot “if she drove a car at me, yes.” City officials have condemned his statemen...
www.opb.org
January 11, 2026 at 8:16 PM
markdornfeld.bsky.social
@ppbchief.bsky.social
cpb.works Community Protection Broadcast @cpb.works · 2d
For context, @councilormorillo.bsky.social was tagged in this video, and reposted it on her Instagram.

The Portland Police Bureau is ideologically & operationally aligned with ICE.

And so far I only see our progress caucus showing up in the streets with us, to combat this fascist regime.👇🏾
January 11, 2026 at 7:17 PM
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normalisland.co.uk
BREAKING: Staggering scenes as brave Iranians stand up to their illegitimate government in Tehran... um, hang on, I'm being told this is actually Minneapolis. Forget I said anything...
January 11, 2026 at 11:54 AM
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adamjschwarz.bsky.social
Philadelphia Sheriff Rochelle Bilal warns ICE:

"No law enforcement professional wears a mask... Those that come into our communities wearing a mask to commit crime... You getting arrested".

"Fake wannabe law enforcement... The criminal in the WH will not be able to keep you from going to jail".
January 10, 2026 at 3:43 PM
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agdanrayfield.bsky.social
BREAKING NEWS: We just won a lawsuit protecting elections and voting rights.

Read more about what happened and why it matters in Oregon. #orpol #breakingnews
Today, a federal court blocked key parts of the president’s executive order attacking elections and voting rights. The court sided with Oregon and Washington, ruling that the president cannot impose new rules that disenfranchise voters – and affirming the Constitution’s guarantee that states have the authority to run their own elections. Oregon was the first state in the country to use vote-by-mail in a presidential election—a voting system that is safe, secure, and popular with voters because of how it improves access to democracy. The executive order would have required votes sent by mail to arrive no later than Election Day to be counted, even though 18 states, including Washington and Oregon, accept ballots postmarked on or before Election Day.
January 10, 2026 at 2:06 AM
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anneapplebaum.bsky.social
The Norwegian Nobel Prize committee has been forced to make a statement, declaring that the prize cannot be transferred.
It's hard even to comprehend how stupid this has become
January 10, 2026 at 9:15 AM
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theonion.com
“Please be on the lookout for the following mothers, who are confirmed to be in possession of dangerous vehicles and should be met with extreme caution,” said DHS Secretary Kristi Noem
DHS Releases Watchlist Of Mothers Driving Cars
WASHINGTON—Circulating a new advisory that highlighted what it called the “worst of the worst,” the Department of Homeland Security released a watchlist Friday warning Americans about the presence of ...
theonion.com
January 10, 2026 at 12:00 AM
markdornfeld.bsky.social
*Do not be alarmed...this is only satire*
January 10, 2026 at 2:07 AM
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maxbernstein.bsky.social
Portland police Chief Bob Day urges residents to express any dissent to recent events (federal officers' shooting in lot of a medical clinic in SE Portland) peacefully: "I understand Portlanders’ concern .I understand Portlanders’ fear and frustration. I believe there’s legitimacy to that.”
January 9, 2026 at 10:48 PM
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agdanrayfield.bsky.social
Oregonians demand transparency and accountability. To keep our communities safe, we have a responsibility - independent of the federal government - to investigate the facts of what did or didn't happen. #orpol
January 9, 2026 at 8:12 PM
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agdanrayfield.bsky.social
Any shooting in any community is inherently tragic. People want answers, transparency, and accountability.

That’s why we’re launching an investigation into the January 8 shooting involving federal agents in Portland. #orpol
January 9, 2026 at 3:07 PM
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agdanrayfield.bsky.social
BREAKING NEWS: We are opening a formal investigation into the shooting involving federal agents in Portland today.

Our office will take every step necessary to ensure the rights and security of Oregonians are protected. #orpol #breakingnews
AG Rayfield announces investigation into shooting involving federal agents in Portland “We have been clear about our concerns with excessive use of force by federal agents in Portland and nationally. We have also been clear about our intent to investigate circumstances involving federal agents to ensure they are accountable to acting within the scope of their official duties. Today’s incident only heightens the need for transparency and accountability. Our office will take every step necessary to ensure that the rights and security of Oregonians are protected.” The Oregon DOJ is opening a formal investigation into an incident in Portland in which two people were shot and injured during an encounter with federal agents. The investigation will look into whether any federal officer acted outside the scope of their lawful authority and will include witness interviews, video evidence, and other relevant materials. If evidence of criminal conduct is found, cases may be referred to the Multnomah County District Attorney for potential prosecution.
January 9, 2026 at 4:06 AM
markdornfeld.bsky.social
"There was a time when the Federal government could be taken at their word. That time has long passed." Portland Mayor Keith Wilson now at the live PC.
January 9, 2026 at 2:16 AM
markdornfeld.bsky.social
Wow...kudos to Pete Ferryman at @fox12oregon.bsky.social. It is so rare to hear ANYONE in local, regional or national news be brave enough to call out the political control of the narrative on these matters. Well done.
January 9, 2026 at 1:41 AM
markdornfeld.bsky.social
I'm sure this is all very factual...
January 9, 2026 at 1:02 AM
markdornfeld.bsky.social
Apparently, DHS has posted on Shitter that the male victim was a member of the "vicious Tren De Aragua" and tried to weaponize his vehicle against the agent which led to the shooting. I'm not on that site anymore.
January 9, 2026 at 1:00 AM
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agdanrayfield.bsky.social
Read our statement on reports that two people were shot and injured in Portland today during an incident involving federal agents. #orpol
“We are deeply troubled by reports that two people were shot and injured in Portland today during an incident involving federal agents. We have been clear about our concerns with the excessive use of force by federal agents in Portland, and today’s incident only heightens the need for transparency and accountability. Oregonians deserve clear answers when people are injured in their neighborhoods. “Our office is closely monitoring this situation and will take appropriate action to protect the rights and safety of Oregonians as more facts come to light. We also encourage community members to review the Oregon DOJ Immigration Services & Support Resources toolkit to understand their rights and available resources during federal enforcement activity.”
January 9, 2026 at 12:49 AM
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repbonamici.bsky.social
Those responsible must be investigated - and not just by Kash Patel’s FBI - and held accountable. I will do everything I can to put an end to this administration’s lawlessness. My thoughts are with those affected by this violence, and I wish a full recovery to the injured victims.
January 9, 2026 at 12:45 AM
markdornfeld.bsky.social
Press release from PPB...
Two Shot and Injured by Federal Agents in Hazelwood Neighborhood
Two people are in the hospital following a shooting involving federal agents.
www.portland.gov
January 9, 2026 at 12:12 AM
markdornfeld.bsky.social
KATU-TV is reporting that the shooting happened at or near SE 100th and Main. They traveled by car from there to 146th and Burnside.
opb.org OPB @opb.org · 5d
Breaking News Update: Two people were shot Thursday by federal officers operating in East Portland, according to the Portland Police Bureau. The victims were transported to a local hospital. It was not immediately clear their condition, police said in a release.
Federal agents shoot 2 people in East Portland
Two people were shot Thursday by federal officers operating in East Portland, according to the Portland Police Bureau. The victims were transported to a local hospital. It was not immediately clear their condition, police said in a release.
www.opb.org
January 8, 2026 at 11:58 PM
markdornfeld.bsky.social
KATU-TV is reporting that the shooting happened at or near SE 100th and Main. They traveled by car from there to 146th and Burnside.
January 8, 2026 at 11:55 PM