By Taxpayers Association of Oregon Foundation,
Portland, saw decrease in homicides, from 77 to 71 in 2024.
Portland had more homicides than Seattle and Denver in 2024, despite having fewer people.
Portland’s decline reflects a national trend last year for cities (for the 6-months for which is has been recorded) which was a steep decline.
Now compare Portland homicides from 10 years ago.
What a difference Portland progressive policies have made.
