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Week in Review

A weekly review of Washington state's top policy and political news of the week

Seattle political reporter and editor of PubliCola, Erica Barnett

Week in Review: April 4, 2025 - with Erica Barnett

Washington Governor rejects wealth taxes, state sues over federal health cuts, Head Start staff locked out, Shannon Braddock appointed Acting County Executive, Seattle Councilmember Moore bypasses competitive bidding, and Council passes symbolic anti-defund resolution.

State politics reporter for The Seattle Times, Shauna Sowersby

Week in Review: March 28, 2025 - with Shauna Sowersby

Former Speaker Frank Chopp's legacy; State House and Senate budget proposals; Natural gas initiative struck down and new parents rights initiative announced; Dow Constantine chosen to be CEO of Sound Transit

Chair of Sierra Club Seattle and long-time communications and political strategist, Robert Cruickshank

Week in Review: March 21, 2025 - with Robert Cruickshank

Governor Ferguson & Seattle Mayor Harrell face workplace culture scandals. Seattle Council fast-tracks controversial housing. Seattle schools chief resigns. Rep. Smith draws fire for anti-DEI stance despite Dem gains in WA state.

Chair of Sierra Club Seattle and long-time communications and political strategist, Robert Cruickshank

Week in Review: December 6, 2024 - with Robert Cruickshank

Seattle CM Morales resigns due to mistreatment from colleagues as Rinck takes office. School board recall fails despite public dissatisfaction. KC Exec race heats up. Election data show slight Trump-ward shift due to voter apathy but strong support for progressive revenue. Green Jacket Lady returns!

Seattle political reporter and editor of PubliCola, Erica Barnett

Week in Review: November 22, 2024 - with Erica Barnett

Seattle Council passes 2025 budget 8-1, rejects capital gains tax 6-3. JumpStart funds redirected to general fund despite looming structural deficits. County rejects Rivera’s drug facility proposal. Mungia wins Supreme Court seat, Reichert concedes to Ferguson. State leaders split on Trump strategy.

Katie Wilson, general secretary of the Transit Riders Union

Week in Review: November 15, 2024 - with Katie Wilson

Everett passes $20.24 minimum wage; Seattle debates JumpStart tax reallocation amid budget crisis; tech wages hit record high; controversy over streetcar removal proposal; King County Exec Constantine won't seek re-election; Burien City Manager criticized over PDC complaint.

Chair of Sierra Club Seattle and long-time communications and political strategist, Robert Cruickshank

Week in Review: November 8, 2024 - with Robert Cruickshank

Crystal and Robert talk about the national, state and local election results