I see this sentiment coming a lot from Portlanders. I understand that rent is rising in your area. That is awful. But you do realize that Portland's rent is c

I see this sentiment coming a lot from Portlanders. I understand that rent is rising in your area. That is awful. But you do realize that Portland's rent is comparable to the rent in many other US metros? In fact, it's cheaper than quite a few! With better infrastructure and poverty rates! I'm from Chicago, and the rent in Portland is pretty comparable. You can find cheap rent in Chicago if you don't mind commuting 45-60 minutes each way and living in an (almost) literal war-zone. When was the last time you witnessed a drive by? Or had an active gang-shooter outside your house having a gun-fight with other bangers?