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Everybody sing along! “Bad boys, bad boys \/ Watcha gonna do \/ Watcha gonna do when they come for you?<\/em>” That’s right, if I’m quoting lyrics from Inner Circle<\/a> then I must be talking about the long-running television show COPS<\/a> again. Apparently more 12MC readers are fans of COPS than I ever imagined when I first posted 132 and Bush<\/a> last September. I admitted at the time and I’ll affirm once again that I’m more than a casual observer of this program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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On Hallowed Ground<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

I didn’t expect to focus further attention on the topic. However I was presented with an opportunity that was simply too good to ignore. Long-time reader “Matthew” visited Portland, Oregon recently. He thoughtfully emailed a nice packet of photos from 132 and Bush. And he generously allowed me to share a couple with you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That’s right, the<\/em> 132 and Bush (map<\/a>). Feel free to read that earlier article if you don’t understand the monumental significance of my statement. Then let it sink in. Personally I believe the preponderance of evidence support Portland’s claim to 132 and Bush. Admittedly, with full disclosure in mind, there are competing theories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"COPS<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

So here’s the sign that marks the famous intersection, an address announced countless times over the last twenty years. I’ll bet it’s well into millions of repetitions given relentless syndication. It’s on just about every cable and satellite channel except perhaps Lifetime and the Oprah Winfrey Network.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Matthew described this area as “a nice little working-class neighborhood, but not so nice that holding someone at gunpoint would not be out of the question.” He also reports that one of the houses at the intersection appears to be vacant. I haven’t checked any of the online real estate websites. Nonetheless, this could signal your opportunity to own a home at one of the most (in)famous addresses in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"COPS<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

This is another great example of the lengths 12MC readers go to during their hunts for geo-oddities. I always enjoy hearing these kinds of stories so please keep them coming. Thank you for sharing Matthew, and congratulations on your visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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An Update<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

I was particularly pleased by Matthew’s on-the-ground report because I hope to repeat that feat this summer. Awhile back I mentioned my upcoming trip to Oregon. It was included as a “totally unrelated” non sequitur at the bottom of the Shortest International Bridge<\/a> article. The trip is coming closer to reality and it will happen in July. I’ve been culling ideas from your suggestions. I’m also pulling from earlier articles such as Geo-Oddities of Portland, Oregon<\/a> and of course 132 and Bush.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Route Coming Into Shape<\/h3>\n\n\n\n