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Portland and Astoria Push for Polyamorous Protections

2/28/2026

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Portland and Astoria are pursuing local ordinances to provide legal protections for polyamorous relationships.
Advocates, including transgender activist Jessa Davis, argue for basic protections against discrimination in employment and housing.
This push responds to perceived threats to rights under U.S. President Donald Trump.
Olympia, Washington, is considering banning discrimination based on diverse family structures.
City Council member Robert Vanderpool emphasizes the need for clarity on sanctuary city protections.

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Portland and Astoria are pursuing local ordinances to provide legal protections for polyamorous relationships.
Advocates, including transgender activist Jessa Davis, argue for basic protections against discrimination in employment and housing.
This push responds to perceived threats to rights under U.S. President Donald Trump.
Olympia, Washington, is considering banning discrimination based on diverse family structures.
City Council member Robert Vanderpool emphasizes the need for clarity on sanctuary city protections.