On Sunday, members of the fascist groups the Proud Boys and Patriot Prayer mobilized in the city of Portland, Oregon, inciting violence against left-wing protesters, journalists and local residents. The Portland Police Bureau (PPB), with the backing of Democratic Mayor Ted Wheeler, stood by, refusing to intervene until live gunshots were fired, giving the far-right mob a green light to carry out their attacks. The so-called “Summer of Love” rallies were organized weeks in advance, with dozens of far-right members traveling from across Oregon, California and other surrounding states to commemorate violent provocations during the George Floyd protests last August. Proud Boys leader Tusitala “Tiny” Toese helped organize the rally and was in attendance.
— source wsws.org | 24 Aug 2021