Final answer:
Salem, the capital of Oregon, is the third largest city in the state, located on the Willamette River. It is distinct from Salem, MA, known for its community spirit and from capitol buildings like Sacramento, CA's, which mimic the federal Capitol's architecture.
Step-by-step explanation:
The state's capital named Salem that is located on the Willamette River and is the 3rd largest city is Oregon. Unlike Salem, MA, which is known for its historical significance, especially its notorious witch trials, Salem, Oregon is known for being a political and agricultural center in the state.
The reference to the village green in Salem, MA, evokes the spirit of New England's community and political action, while capitol buildings like the one in Sacramento, CA, and Salem's own state capitol, often mimic the architectural style of the United States Capitol in Washington, D.C.