Commissioner Ben West: Clackamas County Sends Clear Message — No Tolerance for Political Violence
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In a decisive verdict, a Clackamas County jury found Antifa member Alissa Azar guilty of riot and disorderly conduct for her role in the 2021 violent clash at Oregon City’s Clackamette Park. The event, which began as a Proud Boys rally, erupted into a riot after counter-protesters arrived armed with shields and pepper spray, prompting police to intervene. Commissioner Ben West, who has consistently condemned political violence from any side, described Azar as a “ringleader” who operated through fear and intimidation. He praised the outcome as proof that Clackamas County enforces the law equally, regardless of ideology, saying the county “won’t tolerate chaos.” West also reported being personally threatened by Antifa members outside the courthouse following the verdict — a stark reminder, he said, of why accountability matters. The verdict underscores West’s commitment to public safety, equal justice, and protecting citizens’ rights to live, work, and gather without fear of violence.
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