Sharon Helms
@sharonhelms.bsky.social
plants, poetry, people. accessibility advocate. we keep us safe. PDX. she/her.
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Living in Portland is so fucking frustrating sometimes. “Oh, we don’t have $1 million to keep a botanical garden open, they need to stand on their own, now how can we use the Green Infrastructure Fund to pay for $600 million of upgrades to the Moda Center?”
Fucking clown shit.
Fucking clown shit.
February 11, 2026 at 8:23 PM
Living in Portland is so fucking frustrating sometimes. “Oh, we don’t have $1 million to keep a botanical garden open, they need to stand on their own, now how can we use the Green Infrastructure Fund to pay for $600 million of upgrades to the Moda Center?”
Fucking clown shit.
Fucking clown shit.
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Another resistance quilt finished this week. The eye is my own design, the letters are a fpp pattern by QuiltByNight, the rounded corners and black binding are meant to resemble the phones we the people are using to document the horrors and disprove the government’s lies about what they are doing.
February 9, 2026 at 12:54 AM
Another resistance quilt finished this week. The eye is my own design, the letters are a fpp pattern by QuiltByNight, the rounded corners and black binding are meant to resemble the phones we the people are using to document the horrors and disprove the government’s lies about what they are doing.
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I've seen videos of the indiscriminate use of tear gas on a large crowd that was clearly peaceful and filled with Portlanders of all ages, and well off the macadam facility. We banned tear gas for a reason. I join Councilor Green in calling for enforcement of our laws.
I just got tear gassed along with thousands of union members, many of whom had their families with them. Federal agents at the ICE facility tear gassed children. We must abolish ICE, DHS, and we must have prosecutions. I expect to see enforcement of our city code prohibiting the use of tear gas.
February 1, 2026 at 2:54 AM
I've seen videos of the indiscriminate use of tear gas on a large crowd that was clearly peaceful and filled with Portlanders of all ages, and well off the macadam facility. We banned tear gas for a reason. I join Councilor Green in calling for enforcement of our laws.
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This hit so fucking hard today.
January 26, 2026 at 8:52 PM
This hit so fucking hard today.
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MINNESOTA VERSION OF COME OUT YE BLACK AND TANS
January 23, 2026 at 5:33 PM
MINNESOTA VERSION OF COME OUT YE BLACK AND TANS
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"You have to use AI."
...why?
...why?
December 12, 2025 at 4:40 PM
"You have to use AI."
...why?
...why?
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Despite the efforts of tech CEOS, plenty of people are tired of generative AI. A group of Portland artists made their positions on AI known at a recent forum discussion at Mother Foucault's Bookshop. Speakers shared their takes on the machine takeover—and suggested potential ways to push back.
Portland Artists Hold a Round Table on Generative AI “Machine Nightmares” at Mother Foucault's Bookshop
Taylor Griggs
www.portlandmercury.com
December 12, 2025 at 1:40 AM
Despite the efforts of tech CEOS, plenty of people are tired of generative AI. A group of Portland artists made their positions on AI known at a recent forum discussion at Mother Foucault's Bookshop. Speakers shared their takes on the machine takeover—and suggested potential ways to push back.
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Alex Zielinski @alexzee.bsky.social shares her story for our “what our audience doesn’t know” series.
"Realizing how OPB inequitably values our colleagues has hurt morale across the entire organization."
-Alex Zielinski, OPB reporter/producer
"Realizing how OPB inequitably values our colleagues has hurt morale across the entire organization."
-Alex Zielinski, OPB reporter/producer
December 9, 2025 at 9:48 PM
Alex Zielinski @alexzee.bsky.social shares her story for our “what our audience doesn’t know” series.
"Realizing how OPB inequitably values our colleagues has hurt morale across the entire organization."
-Alex Zielinski, OPB reporter/producer
"Realizing how OPB inequitably values our colleagues has hurt morale across the entire organization."
-Alex Zielinski, OPB reporter/producer
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love seeing great people recognized for great work @meganpiont.bsky.social @prisonculture.bsky.social
Gen-Zine: DIY publications find new life as form of resistance against Trump
Zines have made a resurgence as communities seek to share information on everything from ICE raids to local elections
www.theguardian.com
December 11, 2025 at 12:59 AM
love seeing great people recognized for great work @meganpiont.bsky.social @prisonculture.bsky.social
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Data centers are adding massive energy loads, & we’re paying the bill in our utility costs. Right now, we have the opportunity to speak up about data centers, making sure they pay their fair share.
Comments due by December 15. Modify and send this one-click email: tinyurl.com/datacosts
#portland
Comments due by December 15. Modify and send this one-click email: tinyurl.com/datacosts
#portland
December 8, 2025 at 9:53 PM
Data centers are adding massive energy loads, & we’re paying the bill in our utility costs. Right now, we have the opportunity to speak up about data centers, making sure they pay their fair share.
Comments due by December 15. Modify and send this one-click email: tinyurl.com/datacosts
#portland
Comments due by December 15. Modify and send this one-click email: tinyurl.com/datacosts
#portland
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Emerald ash borer (EAB) — a small, metallic green beetle that kills ash trees — has been detected in multiple new sites in Oregon, including southeast Portland. Because of this, all of Multnomah County is now under quarantine. See comments for a list of what you can do. More: OregonEAB.com
November 23, 2025 at 8:19 PM
Emerald ash borer (EAB) — a small, metallic green beetle that kills ash trees — has been detected in multiple new sites in Oregon, including southeast Portland. Because of this, all of Multnomah County is now under quarantine. See comments for a list of what you can do. More: OregonEAB.com
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OREGONIANS!!! Due to new legislation passed this year, the Oregon Public Utility Commission is developing new guidelines for how to divide energy costs between residential & commercial customers. TELL THEM DATA CENTERS NEED TO PAY THEIR FAIR SHARE!!!
apps.puc.state.or.us/docketpublic...
apps.puc.state.or.us/docketpublic...
Oregon Public Utility Commission - Submit Public Comment - DocketPublicComment
apps.puc.state.or.us
November 26, 2025 at 10:18 PM
OREGONIANS!!! Due to new legislation passed this year, the Oregon Public Utility Commission is developing new guidelines for how to divide energy costs between residential & commercial customers. TELL THEM DATA CENTERS NEED TO PAY THEIR FAIR SHARE!!!
apps.puc.state.or.us/docketpublic...
apps.puc.state.or.us/docketpublic...
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This video really represents what Portland OR is like, with a group of random cyclists on cargo bike restocking free food pantries across the northern part of the city. If we have any war here is about who can be nicer and more compassionate toward people in need.
youtu.be/LCGXbGIA7V4?...
youtu.be/LCGXbGIA7V4?...
North Portland Mutual Aid Ride
YouTube video by Bike Stuff PDX
youtu.be
November 13, 2025 at 4:39 AM
This video really represents what Portland OR is like, with a group of random cyclists on cargo bike restocking free food pantries across the northern part of the city. If we have any war here is about who can be nicer and more compassionate toward people in need.
youtu.be/LCGXbGIA7V4?...
youtu.be/LCGXbGIA7V4?...
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Amazon is helping fund a $300 million build of a ballroom for the White House.
Independent bookstores are donating to food banks and organizations that help with food insecurity.
They are not the same.
Independent bookstores are donating to food banks and organizations that help with food insecurity.
They are not the same.
October 30, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Amazon is helping fund a $300 million build of a ballroom for the White House.
Independent bookstores are donating to food banks and organizations that help with food insecurity.
They are not the same.
Independent bookstores are donating to food banks and organizations that help with food insecurity.
They are not the same.
Rainy Sunday activity: folding zines to distribute at No Kings 2 on Oct. 18. Thanks, @meganpiont.bsky.social for sharing these resources!
October 13, 2025 at 1:23 AM
Rainy Sunday activity: folding zines to distribute at No Kings 2 on Oct. 18. Thanks, @meganpiont.bsky.social for sharing these resources!
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Made a poster inspired by Jack the "Freedom Chicken".
Will have another variant and one with a blank sign for you add your own message to the country or Trump.
#freedomchicken #warravagedportland #trump #chicken #taco #protest #portland
Will have another variant and one with a blank sign for you add your own message to the country or Trump.
#freedomchicken #warravagedportland #trump #chicken #taco #protest #portland
October 2, 2025 at 9:16 PM
Made a poster inspired by Jack the "Freedom Chicken".
Will have another variant and one with a blank sign for you add your own message to the country or Trump.
#freedomchicken #warravagedportland #trump #chicken #taco #protest #portland
Will have another variant and one with a blank sign for you add your own message to the country or Trump.
#freedomchicken #warravagedportland #trump #chicken #taco #protest #portland
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you who are neither before nor after
you who arrive with blue plums
that have fallen through the night
perfect in the dew
-W.S. Merwin, To the Light of September"
#everynightapoem sharing Merwin on his birthday
you who arrive with blue plums
that have fallen through the night
perfect in the dew
-W.S. Merwin, To the Light of September"
#everynightapoem sharing Merwin on his birthday
September 30, 2025 at 5:07 PM
you who are neither before nor after
you who arrive with blue plums
that have fallen through the night
perfect in the dew
-W.S. Merwin, To the Light of September"
#everynightapoem sharing Merwin on his birthday
you who arrive with blue plums
that have fallen through the night
perfect in the dew
-W.S. Merwin, To the Light of September"
#everynightapoem sharing Merwin on his birthday
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We keep each other safe. If you see ICE or if you know someone who’s been detained, call the PIRC hotline:
1-888-622-1510.
Make sure you’re using the CLEAR model (Count, Location, Equipment, Activity, and Report Time) when you call.
1-888-622-1510.
Make sure you’re using the CLEAR model (Count, Location, Equipment, Activity, and Report Time) when you call.
September 27, 2025 at 3:19 AM
We keep each other safe. If you see ICE or if you know someone who’s been detained, call the PIRC hotline:
1-888-622-1510.
Make sure you’re using the CLEAR model (Count, Location, Equipment, Activity, and Report Time) when you call.
1-888-622-1510.
Make sure you’re using the CLEAR model (Count, Location, Equipment, Activity, and Report Time) when you call.
@tinakotek.bsky.social Why is Oregon one of the most difficult states to get a COVID vaccine? Are you taking steps to ensure Oregonians don't need a prescription?
Updated COVID vaccine availability map 9/9
It's most difficult to get a shot in these states, which require prescriptions and have no MinuteClinics: ME, OR, UT, WV
These states require prescriptions but do have MinuteClinics: AZ, DC, FL, GA, LA, NC, VA
In all other states, no prescription needed
It's most difficult to get a shot in these states, which require prescriptions and have no MinuteClinics: ME, OR, UT, WV
These states require prescriptions but do have MinuteClinics: AZ, DC, FL, GA, LA, NC, VA
In all other states, no prescription needed
September 10, 2025 at 12:52 AM
@tinakotek.bsky.social Why is Oregon one of the most difficult states to get a COVID vaccine? Are you taking steps to ensure Oregonians don't need a prescription?
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The scale of the rally in Portland is MASSIVE.
Simultaneously crossing the Morrison and Hawthorne Bridges in one long parade of democracy.
Tens of thousands of people. #NoKings
Simultaneously crossing the Morrison and Hawthorne Bridges in one long parade of democracy.
Tens of thousands of people. #NoKings
June 14, 2025 at 10:31 PM
The scale of the rally in Portland is MASSIVE.
Simultaneously crossing the Morrison and Hawthorne Bridges in one long parade of democracy.
Tens of thousands of people. #NoKings
Simultaneously crossing the Morrison and Hawthorne Bridges in one long parade of democracy.
Tens of thousands of people. #NoKings
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Why are we here if not to fight for the people who sent us? Giving away our power is not fighting back.
March 14, 2025 at 9:13 PM
Why are we here if not to fight for the people who sent us? Giving away our power is not fighting back.
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Shop small and support a human artist at Alberta Street Gallery in Portland Oregon
March 1, 2025 at 7:11 PM
Shop small and support a human artist at Alberta Street Gallery in Portland Oregon
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I made this the other night while procrastinating, mainly because I thought all the posts about the blackout were boring. It feels like there is momentum bringing people together!
February 27, 2025 at 1:39 AM
I made this the other night while procrastinating, mainly because I thought all the posts about the blackout were boring. It feels like there is momentum bringing people together!