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Seattle mayor’s words undermine George Floyd protests
By pinning the destruction on white men, Durkan trivializes deep grievances and provides cover for police escalation.
Katie Wilson
Katie Wilson is the General Secretary of the Transit Riders Union, a Seattle-based organization advocating for improved public transit and other progressive urban issues. She is a contributin
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Washington's uphill battle to get back to work
With a COVID-19 vaccine still out of reach, stimulating the economy and slashing unemployment present an extraordinary challenge for lawmakers.
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The flicker of climate hope in our pandemic dread
Emissions have fallen as more people stay home, and fossil fuels have taken a hit. We must keep the momentum going.
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Seattle's coming recession, explained
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