Thank you for this principled stand. This long time Democratic voter finds your wisdom to be a breath of fresh air, and while we may differ in some other areas, you have my support.
Representative Javadi, you are a skillful communicator. Very articulate and structured. And inspiring. Your words should be on a larger scale than just the citizens of Oregon, or even more confined to your district. Sadly, your principled stance of defending the Constitution above all else is in short supply. I end all my interpersonal conversations with the question “What gives you hope?” I hope you’ll answer it. Cheers.
Thank you, that means a lot to me. I’ve found that standing on principle doesn’t always come with applause, but it does help me sleep at night. And that’s worth something.
As for your question: what gives me hope?
Honestly, conversations like this. The fact that people still care enough to wrestle with hard questions, write thoughtful replies, and expect more from their leaders. That gives me hope. So does the Constitution. Not just as a document, but as an idea, that we’re still capable of being a nation governed by laws, not tribes or passions. And above all, my faith gives me hope. I believe we’re here for a purpose, and that truth, however battered, endures.
Thanks again for reaching out. And for asking a question that actually matters.
Free speech is Not a hard thing. It is constitutional. So you seem to be standing for people saying anything and everything even if it causes someone harm. Promoting the trans lifestyle is harmful to children in many ways. How are you protecting children from being exposed and sexualized by trans identity politics? This is not a majority vs minority issue. It is a safety issue and there are no people born men who should be in women’s sports or women’s restrooms. How did you miss that point? Safety is also part of the preamble of the constitution as to insure domestic tranquility and provide for the common defense.
Ha! I’ll take “rare bird” as a compliment! I figure if we all stuck a little closer to our oaths and a little less to party scripts, we might actually get something done. Thanks for the encouragement!
Thank you for expressing your thoughts so others could clearly understand where you stand. I think it's important in this day and age to be able to explain one's decisions while all the fur is flying around us. So glad you stood by your principles. I would say the ones that walked out would also feel that they were standing by their principles.
Free speech in public is an American Right.. Evidence shows that most speech from the Right has been violently shunned in media for the last five years, extremely.
The problem is you cannot justify bringing that act into the People's House of government. That is not a right. During this session we certainly have not seen far Right acts of any kind brought in.
The place of governance is to form law and policy for the people. It dies not set cultural norms beyond constitutional rights. It doesn't demonstrate or condone acts of foreign gods. America.is founded on Biblical God alone.
History of drag is not the lengthy history of men and women exchanging appearance. You find it in ancient Bible times, many atheist dynasty s and kingdom. Its real name is BAAL worship. A male and female God..the Hellenized female name is Astaroth. In the temple at that time, false god temple, these cross dressed individuals performed and were Temple prostitutes. That the real history.
All Baal worship involved child sacrifice.
Truth matters. The act was from historically misled people who ended up destroyed.
I understand that this issue brings out deeply held beliefs, and I respect your right to express them. We may see the role of the People’s House differently, but from my perspective, it’s exactly the kind of place where free speech and open expression, even controversial or uncomfortable forms, should be protected.
Just to clarify: I didn’t organize or invite the performance. Another legislator did. My choice was whether to respond by walking out or by staying and standing for a principle I hold deeply. That the First Amendment doesn’t only protect speech we agree with. It protects everyone from government censorship, even when the content is unpopular or outside our traditions.
As lawmakers, we’re called to govern a pluralistic society, not a theocracy. That means protecting freedom of speech, religion, and belief for all Oregonians, not just those who share our worldview. That’s not an endorsement of every expression that walks through the chamber. It’s a commitment to the Constitution I swore an oath to uphold.
I appreciate your passion and willingness to engage. These conversations matter, even when we don’t see eye to eye.
Now that you’ve pat yourself on the back for staying to hear what these fake women actors say, you are duty bound to stay and hear everyone that appears to exercise their right to “free speech.” When is a subject so ridiculous, humiliating, preposterous, or demeaning to listen to? This was not a great example of leadership but hey, when you do finally leave, we’ve got you on record that you will waste time listening to anyone which is a form of validation/support of those with perverse and harmful social constructs. Aren’t you, as a medical care provider supposed to be supporting public health? Trans is not a healthy lifestyle yet you failed to mention that risk of premature death, depression, pharma side effects, are just a few factors that these people face. CJ, sorry to have to say this, but you didn’t think this through. The Dems love to holler free speech for everything, but we are not forced in Oregon to listen yet.
You may see listening as a form of support. I see it as a form of restraint, choosing not to wield the power of government to silence people I disagree with.
We don’t have to agree on the subject. But we should agree that the rules apply to everyone. Because once we start deciding who gets to speak based on who makes us uncomfortable, we’re no longer defending freedom. We’re just managing a narrative.
Religious tolerance cannot be considered honoring false gods. But tolerance for those worshipping God in their chosen way . Church and state separation was to protect the church.
There is no question our duty is to help all citizens. Especially those at the most need.
But what the solution is: TRUTH..
The Bible says Jesus is the way, the truth and the life. And that TRUTH sets you free
What's important is what is TRUTH in this situation? How do we take God's truth and create legislation that brings that freedom to every person?
Oregon has many splinter groups to serve and the general population.
You say with pride that the town square is not a club house, though Pioneer Square has become a club house for agitators. You have given license to anyone to agitate as we all know that the trans issue impacts children most because they haven’t fully developed mentally. How could you have missed that point? This is typical Rino BS, but it isn’t going to hurt you because you are totally self focused without regard for how your shortsightedness impacts families. Go ahead and dance on the head of a pin. Soon we will need a conservative day because conservatives are becoming rarer than hen’s teeth in Oregon.
I was starting to go along with you, until you difted off into the silly BAAL and eating the children stuff. I did not like this event because I think it was inappropriate for the Capitol. Would also be inappropriate to have a team of buxom pole dancers. It has nothing to do with men wearing women's clothes (oh the horror; next there'll be soliders in kilts) but it has to do with some level of decorum, probably a hard line to draw. I loved it when the legislators recited "Never gonna leave you" but I didn't love this.
I’m amazed that people worry so much about drag and children. 1 in 5 girls and 1 in 13 boys are sexually assaulted by family and friends and yet we worry about shows and books. I don’t believe that drag queens are much known for assaulting children; at least not as frequently as fathers. I personally know two women who were raped by their fathers but I haven’t met anyone complaining about being raped in the bathroom by transvestites. Let’s get real about families and do what we can to support and help them because that is where suffering begins. And if you all don’t know that, lucky you.
Thank you for your honesty, and for your courage in saying what so many are afraid to. You’re right: real harm often happens in places we’re told to feel safest. That doesn’t mean we ignore other concerns, but it does mean we should keep our focus on what actually protects kids, supports families, and addresses suffering at its roots.
It takes no courage to go along with the crowd like you did by voting with majority Dems. This is a self-aggrandizing piece of political tomfoolery but no surprise here as Oregon is ruled by radical Dems.
Everyone has a father. How many people have fathers who live the trans lifestyle and have sexualized their children would be the right statistical comparison. Ah, Oregon where there is no testing in math, reading comprehension, etc. to graduate high school. You just have to raise your hand as present to get your diploma.
Yes, we all have fathers and many of them are also damaged goods and do harm to those they love and are meant to protect. Familys are also the foundation of education. The issue is listening to those who make us uncomfortable and not being so quick to be offended.
I’m also not sure there’s a way to stop abuse. At least, we haven’t stumbled across it yet. Some people break the cycle but they had folks who listened to them and helped them get their heads straightened out.
Compelling argument, that's exactly what fueled the porn industry like hustler and playboy magazines. One don't have to look far to see what that has done to families.
Would you have stayed in your seat had the performance been in Blackface? Probably not.
Drag dates back to ancient times when women could not perform on stage, and men played their roles. By last century, “La Cage aux Folles” was fun and a justifiable hit. But this century drag has taken on a different dimension. It seems to make fun of women and their vanity, their artifice. It’s always a man pretending to act female in the most vain kind of way. There is a meanness to it that makes it anti-female.
I remember Sen. Frederick showing photos of his great-grandfather during a previous legislative session. Very moving, but also kind of revealing. How many white people of Sen. Frederick’s generation have photos of their great-grandparents? Not many if they were poor whites.
There is always more than one way to look at any of these issues. The problem is when one side is routinely disparaged.
You are sick. I will do every thing I can to ensure you are not reelected. I voted for you twice! This is something that should be for 21 years old, not in a public space for all to see. You are a RINO!
Thank you for this principled stand. This long time Democratic voter finds your wisdom to be a breath of fresh air, and while we may differ in some other areas, you have my support.
Representative Javadi, you are a skillful communicator. Very articulate and structured. And inspiring. Your words should be on a larger scale than just the citizens of Oregon, or even more confined to your district. Sadly, your principled stance of defending the Constitution above all else is in short supply. I end all my interpersonal conversations with the question “What gives you hope?” I hope you’ll answer it. Cheers.
Thank you, that means a lot to me. I’ve found that standing on principle doesn’t always come with applause, but it does help me sleep at night. And that’s worth something.
As for your question: what gives me hope?
Honestly, conversations like this. The fact that people still care enough to wrestle with hard questions, write thoughtful replies, and expect more from their leaders. That gives me hope. So does the Constitution. Not just as a document, but as an idea, that we’re still capable of being a nation governed by laws, not tribes or passions. And above all, my faith gives me hope. I believe we’re here for a purpose, and that truth, however battered, endures.
Thanks again for reaching out. And for asking a question that actually matters.
Free speech is Not a hard thing. It is constitutional. So you seem to be standing for people saying anything and everything even if it causes someone harm. Promoting the trans lifestyle is harmful to children in many ways. How are you protecting children from being exposed and sexualized by trans identity politics? This is not a majority vs minority issue. It is a safety issue and there are no people born men who should be in women’s sports or women’s restrooms. How did you miss that point? Safety is also part of the preamble of the constitution as to insure domestic tranquility and provide for the common defense.
Actually following through on your oath to the constitution (and not the party)... yippie!!!! You're a rare bird!
Ha! I’ll take “rare bird” as a compliment! I figure if we all stuck a little closer to our oaths and a little less to party scripts, we might actually get something done. Thanks for the encouragement!
You keep getting it right. It’s the Constitution that provides the standard.
Exactly!
Thank you for expressing your thoughts so others could clearly understand where you stand. I think it's important in this day and age to be able to explain one's decisions while all the fur is flying around us. So glad you stood by your principles. I would say the ones that walked out would also feel that they were standing by their principles.
Thanks. Appreciate your principled views
Well done Rep Javadi! I wish more legislators upheld the constitution and voted accordingly. Thank you!!!
Well said!
Free speech in public is an American Right.. Evidence shows that most speech from the Right has been violently shunned in media for the last five years, extremely.
The problem is you cannot justify bringing that act into the People's House of government. That is not a right. During this session we certainly have not seen far Right acts of any kind brought in.
The place of governance is to form law and policy for the people. It dies not set cultural norms beyond constitutional rights. It doesn't demonstrate or condone acts of foreign gods. America.is founded on Biblical God alone.
History of drag is not the lengthy history of men and women exchanging appearance. You find it in ancient Bible times, many atheist dynasty s and kingdom. Its real name is BAAL worship. A male and female God..the Hellenized female name is Astaroth. In the temple at that time, false god temple, these cross dressed individuals performed and were Temple prostitutes. That the real history.
All Baal worship involved child sacrifice.
Truth matters. The act was from historically misled people who ended up destroyed.
Not something we want to ever perpetuate.
Thank you
I understand that this issue brings out deeply held beliefs, and I respect your right to express them. We may see the role of the People’s House differently, but from my perspective, it’s exactly the kind of place where free speech and open expression, even controversial or uncomfortable forms, should be protected.
Just to clarify: I didn’t organize or invite the performance. Another legislator did. My choice was whether to respond by walking out or by staying and standing for a principle I hold deeply. That the First Amendment doesn’t only protect speech we agree with. It protects everyone from government censorship, even when the content is unpopular or outside our traditions.
As lawmakers, we’re called to govern a pluralistic society, not a theocracy. That means protecting freedom of speech, religion, and belief for all Oregonians, not just those who share our worldview. That’s not an endorsement of every expression that walks through the chamber. It’s a commitment to the Constitution I swore an oath to uphold.
I appreciate your passion and willingness to engage. These conversations matter, even when we don’t see eye to eye.
Now that you’ve pat yourself on the back for staying to hear what these fake women actors say, you are duty bound to stay and hear everyone that appears to exercise their right to “free speech.” When is a subject so ridiculous, humiliating, preposterous, or demeaning to listen to? This was not a great example of leadership but hey, when you do finally leave, we’ve got you on record that you will waste time listening to anyone which is a form of validation/support of those with perverse and harmful social constructs. Aren’t you, as a medical care provider supposed to be supporting public health? Trans is not a healthy lifestyle yet you failed to mention that risk of premature death, depression, pharma side effects, are just a few factors that these people face. CJ, sorry to have to say this, but you didn’t think this through. The Dems love to holler free speech for everything, but we are not forced in Oregon to listen yet.
You may see listening as a form of support. I see it as a form of restraint, choosing not to wield the power of government to silence people I disagree with.
We don’t have to agree on the subject. But we should agree that the rules apply to everyone. Because once we start deciding who gets to speak based on who makes us uncomfortable, we’re no longer defending freedom. We’re just managing a narrative.
I won’t do that.
What a crock of you know what! Oregon is the laughingstock of the nation!
Actually, the Founders believed in religious tolerance and separation of church and state.
Religious tolerance cannot be considered honoring false gods. But tolerance for those worshipping God in their chosen way . Church and state separation was to protect the church.
There is no question our duty is to help all citizens. Especially those at the most need.
But what the solution is: TRUTH..
The Bible says Jesus is the way, the truth and the life. And that TRUTH sets you free
What's important is what is TRUTH in this situation? How do we take God's truth and create legislation that brings that freedom to every person?
Oregon has many splinter groups to serve and the general population.
You say with pride that the town square is not a club house, though Pioneer Square has become a club house for agitators. You have given license to anyone to agitate as we all know that the trans issue impacts children most because they haven’t fully developed mentally. How could you have missed that point? This is typical Rino BS, but it isn’t going to hurt you because you are totally self focused without regard for how your shortsightedness impacts families. Go ahead and dance on the head of a pin. Soon we will need a conservative day because conservatives are becoming rarer than hen’s teeth in Oregon.
I was starting to go along with you, until you difted off into the silly BAAL and eating the children stuff. I did not like this event because I think it was inappropriate for the Capitol. Would also be inappropriate to have a team of buxom pole dancers. It has nothing to do with men wearing women's clothes (oh the horror; next there'll be soliders in kilts) but it has to do with some level of decorum, probably a hard line to draw. I loved it when the legislators recited "Never gonna leave you" but I didn't love this.
I agree with your reasons..hard to talk to people you don't know..
Baal worship and it's attributes are clearly historically there.
Your reasons are great too.
The history of drag is sexual, not something to have in a public space.
Agree
I’m amazed that people worry so much about drag and children. 1 in 5 girls and 1 in 13 boys are sexually assaulted by family and friends and yet we worry about shows and books. I don’t believe that drag queens are much known for assaulting children; at least not as frequently as fathers. I personally know two women who were raped by their fathers but I haven’t met anyone complaining about being raped in the bathroom by transvestites. Let’s get real about families and do what we can to support and help them because that is where suffering begins. And if you all don’t know that, lucky you.
And frankly,Mr. Javadi, you give me hope.
Thank you for your honesty, and for your courage in saying what so many are afraid to. You’re right: real harm often happens in places we’re told to feel safest. That doesn’t mean we ignore other concerns, but it does mean we should keep our focus on what actually protects kids, supports families, and addresses suffering at its roots.
I’m grateful for your words, and your hope.
It takes no courage to go along with the crowd like you did by voting with majority Dems. This is a self-aggrandizing piece of political tomfoolery but no surprise here as Oregon is ruled by radical Dems.
Everyone has a father. How many people have fathers who live the trans lifestyle and have sexualized their children would be the right statistical comparison. Ah, Oregon where there is no testing in math, reading comprehension, etc. to graduate high school. You just have to raise your hand as present to get your diploma.
Yes, we all have fathers and many of them are also damaged goods and do harm to those they love and are meant to protect. Familys are also the foundation of education. The issue is listening to those who make us uncomfortable and not being so quick to be offended.
Celebrating victimhood is not a way to stop it. That isn’t what you are doing now, is it?
Oh, and if you come up with that statistical comparison, let us all know.
I’m not sure what celebrating victimhood means. If you are saying I’m wrong for being aware of other people suffering, well, dang.
I’m also not sure there’s a way to stop abuse. At least, we haven’t stumbled across it yet. Some people break the cycle but they had folks who listened to them and helped them get their heads straightened out.
We need new leadership, and we need to start by replacing Cyrus…MIC Drop!
Not the government role to promote perversions.
Compelling argument, that's exactly what fueled the porn industry like hustler and playboy magazines. One don't have to look far to see what that has done to families.
Trans, as demonstrated by these men is an anti-women movement. Democrats talk about cultural appropriation. How about gender appropriation?
Would you have stayed in your seat had the performance been in Blackface? Probably not.
Drag dates back to ancient times when women could not perform on stage, and men played their roles. By last century, “La Cage aux Folles” was fun and a justifiable hit. But this century drag has taken on a different dimension. It seems to make fun of women and their vanity, their artifice. It’s always a man pretending to act female in the most vain kind of way. There is a meanness to it that makes it anti-female.
I remember Sen. Frederick showing photos of his great-grandfather during a previous legislative session. Very moving, but also kind of revealing. How many white people of Sen. Frederick’s generation have photos of their great-grandparents? Not many if they were poor whites.
There is always more than one way to look at any of these issues. The problem is when one side is routinely disparaged.
You are sick. I will do every thing I can to ensure you are not reelected. I voted for you twice! This is something that should be for 21 years old, not in a public space for all to see. You are a RINO!