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This piece is a satirical rant against the cities of Portland and Salem, Oregon. The author expresses extreme disgust at the perceived uncleanliness and degenerate nature of the cities, using exaggerated examples of trash and bodily fluids. It is meant to be humorous, though its language is crude and offensive. The piece is likely to appeal to those who share a disdain for urban life and romanticize the wild and natural. Comparable works include Jonathan Swift, “A Modest Proposal”