We are wildly engaged in activism—but increasingly disengaged from productivity. Portland isn’t broken, but it’s out of balance. If we want a city that thrives, we need to show up not just to protest what we’re against, but to build what we’re for.
Portland’s got heart, but you’re right, we’re a bit out of balance. If we want to keep this city livable and vibrant, we’ve got to find ways to channel that energy into both activism and productivity. Maybe it starts with making sure people feel valued and purposeful at work, not just at protests. And maybe it means celebrating the builders and creators as much as we celebrate the disruptors.
Portland’s got heart, but you’re right, we’re a bit out of balance. If we want to keep this city livable and vibrant, we’ve got to find ways to channel that energy into both activism and productivity. Maybe it starts with making sure people feel valued and purposeful at work, not just at protests. And maybe it means celebrating the builders and creators as much as we celebrate the disruptors.