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Paulson’s Portland Plea for Progress | Portland News
Portland Timbers owner Merritt Paulson delivered a passionate defense of the city’s sports teams during the unveiling of new coach Marti Cifuentes, declaring the Blazers are non-negotiable in Portland — vital to culture and economy. With personal ties to the city since 2007 and his kids born here, Paulson emphasized his deep commitment, while also spotlighting the Timbers’ $145M private investment in their century-old stadium. He framed his stance as both a personal belief and a wake-up call: for Portland and Oregon to become more business-friendly if they want to attract and retain major…
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