EPISODE · Jun 20, 2024 · 35 MIN
Why Rene Gonzalez Wants To Be Mayor
from City Cast Portland · host City Cast
This month on City Cast Portland, we’re interviewing candidates running to be the next mayor of our city. And today on the show, we’re talking to our third candidate, Commissioner Rene Gonzalez. Since joining the Portland City Council in 2023, he’s been a vocal advocate for public safety and has attracted support from the law enforcement and business communities. He’s also generated controversy with his hard-line stances on stronger penalties for drug offenses and unsheltered homelessness. We’re talking to him about why he thinks he’s fit for the job. Events mentioned in today’s episode: Tigard Festival of Balloons Risk/Reward Festival of New Performance Strawberry Day at the Hollywood Farmers Market Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here. Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at [email protected], or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram. Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsor of this June 20th episode: Cake Hoopla
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This month on City Cast Portland, we’re interviewing candidates running to be the next mayor of our city. And today on the show, we’re talking to our third candidate, Commissioner Rene Gonzalez. Since joining the Portland City Council in 2023, he’s been a vocal advocate for public safety and has attracted support from the law enforcement and business communities. He’s also generated controversy with his hard-line stances on stronger penalties for drug offenses and unsheltered homelessness. We’re talking to him about why he thinks he’s fit for the job. Events mentioned in today’s episode: Tigard Festival of Balloons Risk/Reward Festival of New Performance Strawberry Day at the Hollywood Farmers Market Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here. Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at [email protected], or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram. Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsor of this June 20th episode: Cake Hoopla
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