Behind the Bastards It Could Happen Here Weekly 13
Dec 11, 2021
Dive into a week of thought-provoking discussions about ecological activism and the youth's role in forest defense. Explore the contradictions in Oregon's extractive politics and the issues surrounding Washington State Patrol’s racial disparities and misconduct. Discover the absurdity of forged diplomas among troopers and the ethical dilemmas of self-tokenization in today's digital landscape. Reflect on how neoliberalism shapes societal norms and the ever-evolving challenges of internet monetization in a corporate-dominated world.
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Exploiting Fires for Logging
- Logging companies exploit fires to expand logging under the guise of safety and forest recovery.
- This "comprehensive fuckery" increases vulnerability to mudslides and further harms communities.
Wheeler's Timber Ties
- Ted Wheeler, Portland's mayor, comes from a timber family with Republican donor history.
- Despite Oregon's liberal majority, the timber industry and politicians like Wheeler make logging seem palatable, masking widespread clear-cutting.
Direct Action and Awareness
- To challenge logging practices, bring people to witness the clear-cutting firsthand.
- Organize actions and make them accessible to build community and solidarity while raising awareness.