Rene Gonzalez's ED300 group pressured officials to reopen schools during the pandemic, aligning with extreme beliefs and candidates opposing progressive values, including LGBT rights.
Despite accusations of campaign violations, Gonzalez benefited from significant financial support from the 'Portland Accountability' PAC, ultimately defeating Jo Ann Hardesty in a pivotal council race.
The city auditor criticized Gonzalez for mismanaging the Portland Street Response program, which he had previously promised to support as part of a commitment to unarmed public safety.
Following his election, Gonzalez took controversial actions such as terminating the distribution of essential winter supplies to the homeless, reflecting a shift in public policy priorities.
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