Seattle Housing Reading List – January 6th

Here's the roundup of reading we've been doing: Greater Greater Washington covers city policies in Washington DC that promote affordable houses for potential homeowners. The...
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2020 Endorsement Questionnaire: Frank Chopp, LD43-2

The Urbanist Elections Committee invited state legislature candidates in the Seattle metropolitan region to fill out our questionnaire to participate in our endorsement process....

ICYMI: New York City Implements ‘Vision Zero’

Last week, New York City's citywide standard speed limit dropped from 30 mph to 25 mph under a policy dubbed "Vision Zero". About 95%...

Ballots Due By August 4th

It's not yet too late to vote. August 4th (tomorrow) is the due date to postmark your ballots for the August Primary. Many important races...
A sign reads Resilient communities on the lectern in the lobby of city hall and people stand behind the speaker holding signs saying a protest JumpStart commitments and invest on Seattle's future.

Amid Budget Showdown, Advocates Mount Defense of JumpStart Housing Funds

On Tuesday, progressive advocates rallied at Seattle City Hall to make a last-ditch defense to reverse a $330 million JumpStart cut that would deplete affordable housing funding. Tuesday was the last public hearing before Council finalizes the budget next week.
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Ry Armstrong Lays Out Progressive Contrast Against Mayor Harrell

Last month, actor and union representative Ry Armstrong jumped in the Seattle mayor's race, arguing Bruce Harrell is dropping the ball on a plethora of issues. In their interview with The Urbanist, Armstrong explained what they'd do differently.
Noel Frame at a Stand with Women rally

2020 Endorsement Questionnaire: Noel Frame, LD36-1

The Urbanist Elections Committee invited state legislature candidates in the Seattle metropolitan region to fill out our questionnaire to participate in our endorsement process....
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2016 General Election Results

Below are the results for the 2016 General Election for Washington State as of November 10th. Current leaders will be in bold. Endorsed candidates/positions will have an (e)...