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b"There have been many conversations of late discussing systemic issues in our world. While we've given many examples of current issues within the justice system, it is important to look back at the foundation of such a system to understand why it operates the way it does today. \\n\\nFor Portland, the corrupt history of the police bureau and local government is a story that isn't special to our city, though it does contain some uniquely Portland elements. \\n\\nThis is the story of Big Jim Elkins and how pinball machines, teamsters, gangsters, bootleggers, drug dealers, and gambling dens in every corner of the city helped form both its police and local government, one bribe at a time. You'll also learn about Portland's old-timey coven of corruption, The Bourbon and Ham Club.\\n\\nFor photos and sources for today\\u2019s episode, check out the Murder in the Rain Episode Blog. \\n\\nIf you\\u2019d like more episodes of Murder in the Rain, Patreon members at the $5/mo+ level, gain access to exclusive episodes, ad-free episodes, bonus content, and more.\\nFollow us on:\\n\\nInstagram https://www.instagram.com/murderintherain/ \\nFacebook https://www.facebook.com/mintherain/ \\nTwitter https://twitter.com/murderintherain \\nTikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@em_murderintherain \\nWebsite https://www.murderintherain.com/ \\nEmail murderintherain@gmail.com\\n\\n\\nOur Sponsors:\\n* Check out Armoire and use my code RAIN for a great deal: http://www.armoire.style\\n* Check out undefined and use my code RAIN for a great deal: undefined\\n* Check out undefined: undefined \\n\\nSupport this podcast at \\u2014 https://redcircle.com/murder-in-the-rain/exclusive-content\\n\\nAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands"