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The quote says the speaker sees a worsening social climate characterized by more hate speech, intolerance, racism, and division. It suggests concern that these problems are becoming more common on a national level.
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About Ted Wheeler
American politician and businessman
Edward Tevis Wheeler is an American politician and businessman who served as mayor of Portland, Oregon, from 2017 to 2025. A Democrat with a moderate profile, he also held two earlier offices in Oregon state and county government. Before becoming mayor, Wheeler was Oregon state treasurer from 2010 to 2016 and chaired the Multnomah County Commission from 2007 to 2010. His public career is rooted in local and state government, with work that placed him at the center of Portland and Oregon politics.
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