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Excited about Katie Wilson pulling into the lead? Want to politick with others who care about our local elections?

Join us on Tuesday, November 11th from 6:30pm @ Stoup Brewing (1158 Broadway, Kid & Pet friendly) for our monthly social!

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November 11, 2025 at 12:37 AM
If Seattle business leaders really cared about public safety they wouldn’t lobby so hard against the progressive revenue measures that would fund services to get people off the streets and connect them with resources 👀 #seattle #affordability #seattlepolitics
September 12, 2026 at 10:18 PM
In his debut column, Tobias Coughlin-Bogue examines Mark Solomon’s appointment to the Seattle City Council and the broader trend of centrist politicians using progressive language while opposing progressive policies.

Read the full column here: https://soseaem.org/3WTHGfc #SeattlePolitics
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February 11, 2025 at 1:00 AM
A City Redefining Progress 🌧️
Seattle’s political scene is heating up — from bold housing reforms to new voices reshaping the City Council. As debates over climate, tech, , the Emerald City is proving once again it’s where progressive ideas meet real change.
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October 9, 2025 at 7:32 AM
"I voted for her, and I’m pissed off."

At 100 days, Mayor Katie Wilson faces criticism from some supporters over Seattle's surveillance cameras, with calls to shift funding to community needs.

Connor Nash reports here: soseaem.org/4cvvvMF #SeattleNews #SeattlePolitics
At 100 Days, Wilson Faces Backlash Over Seattle Surveillance Cameras
Community groups and former campaign staff say they feel betrayed as Mayor Katie Wilson keeps most surveillance cameras online, sparking protests and renewed calls for people-first investments.
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April 14, 2026 at 10:12 PM
#Immigration #SeattlePolitics All states with ICE should have every community do this on a regular basis.
ICE getting tailed like it’s a heist movie. Chicago is turning the tables.
October 9, 2025 at 7:12 PM
Mark Solomon:
The man who lost to Tammy Morales in 2019 by 21 percentage points for the exact same seat.

The Seattle City Council really loves appointing people the voters have already said "Ew, no" to.

#Seattle #SeattlePolitics #SeattleCityCouncil
January 28, 2025 at 1:04 AM
Couldn't get her to pee on it

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Yes I picked it up and recycled it
November 10, 2025 at 10:01 PM
Do I have this right? After all the noise Mayor Wilson made about being the only mayor to ask SPD to cut their budget, she’s increasing their budget by $68 million? #mayorofseattle #seattlepolitics #budget #defundspd
September 22, 2026 at 8:26 PM
Seattle City Councilmembers are weighing a proposal that would allow them to vote on issues in which they have a direct financial stake — a move critics say opens the door to self-dealing.

Columnist Tobias Coughlin-Bogue breaks it down here: soseaem.org/4j5kyCC #SeattlePolitics
Everything Is Political … in South Seattle: Political Integrity, With Extra Anchovies
In this week’s “Everything Is Political,” Tobias Coughlin-Bogue unpacks a controversial City Council ethics proposal, mayoral hopeful Katie Wilson’s take on rising food prices, and why South End…
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May 15, 2025 at 10:38 PM
ICYMI: Washington’s new $77.9B budget includes deep cuts and new taxes — but no wealth tax. In South Seattle, where every policy hits home, these “small victories” still feel like austerity.

Tobias Coughlin-Bogue breaks it down in his latest column here: soseaem.org/4k2na5j #SeattlePolitics
Everything Is Political … in South Seattle: Small Victories?
Rent caps, missed wealth taxes, and a jam-packed D2 race — South Seattle's politics bring small wins and bigger questions, as Tobias Coughlin-Bogue unpacks.
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May 2, 2025 at 7:10 PM
Improve housing in Seattle to improve safety in Seattle. #seattle #seattlepolitics #seattlecityattorney #housing
July 9, 2025 at 2:55 AM
Seattle’s Sara Nelson proposes using new sales tax revenue to expand addiction treatment. Meanwhile, Alexis Mercedes Rinck pushes a major B&O tax overhaul to ease burdens on small businesses.

Tobias Coughlin-Bogue breaks it down here: soseaem.org/3Tk1RRv #SeattlePolitics #Seattle
Everything Is Political … in South Seattle: Can Sales Taxes Help Fund Treatment — and Other Ways We're Fixing Seattle
From a new sales tax plan to fund treatment services to a big tax break for small businesses — plus a hilarious race against the No. 8 bus — here’s the latest on the politics shaping South Seattle.
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July 4, 2025 at 1:53 AM
Another one of Bruce’s famous “off the cuff” moments where he shows his true colors. Even in “liberal” Seattle - we’re fucking doomed.

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February 27, 2025 at 6:33 PM
Councilmember-elect Dionne Foster talks hidden D2 gems, community-led solutions, and what it means to live in the South End while representing all of Seattle.

Read our walk-and-talk Q&A from Kubota Garden: soseaem.org/4pb2D1f #SeattleNews #SeattlePolitics
Living in District 2, Repping All of Seattle: A Q&A With Councilmember-elect Dionne Foster
Dionne Foster talks Rainier Beach innovations, representing a city beyond her district, and why showing up for communities long excluded from government will guide her council tenure.
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December 2, 2025 at 7:42 PM
The Seattle Transportation meeting started at 9:31AM, CM Saka has been pontificating for over 15 minutes and yelling into his mic. How the hell do people do civic engagement while enduring this ridiculous wanna be Roman politician? #Seattle #Seattlepolitics #Seattletransportation
March 19, 2026 at 4:47 PM
I don’t share much personal content and this topic doesn’t really come up in the field. But Seattle voters deserve to know what my principles are and what I stand for. #seattle #seattlepolitics #seattleelections
July 11, 2025 at 8:21 PM
DoorDash slams Seattle over driver deactivation law, adds new service fees

I've never used third-party delivery services like DoorDash and Uber Eats, and based on this article, I will most probably never do.

#seattlepolitics #doordash
July 29, 2025 at 5:25 PM
It was powerful to see candidates connect directly with our unhoused and low-income vendors, listening to their questions and sharing visions for a better Seattle and King County. These direct conversations are so crucial for understanding the real issues facing our community. #SeattlePolitics
July 24, 2025 at 12:45 AM
May 12, 2026 at 3:29 PM
Seattle! Tell city council to oppose the weakening of ethics rule. They should NOT vote when they have a financial conflict of interest. Here's a link to a sample email + contact info: tinyurl.com/ymcbm6j7

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Email to University Presidents As of April 23, over 375 university presidents have signed a letter rebuking the Trump administration’s overreach. The list continues to grow each day: courage is contag...
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May 6, 2025 at 6:56 PM
GP: Seattle Democrat Who Welcomed New ‘Socialist’ Mayor Now ‘Gravely Concerned’ About Businesses Fleeing the City #SeattlePolitics
Seattle Democrat Who Welcomed New ‘Socialist’ Mayor Now ‘Gravely Concerned’ About Businesses Fleeing the City
Seattle's new socialist Mayor Katie Wilson made headlines a few weeks ago as she laughed off the idea of millionaires fleeing the city over new and higher taxes. The post Seattle Democrat Who Welcomed New ‘Socialist’ Mayor Now ‘Gravely Concerned’ About Businesses Fleeing the City appeared first on The Gateway Pundit.
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May 19, 2026 at 2:43 AM
From a new progressive hopeful in District 2 to a police tech levy on the ballot, the latest developments in the South End show how politics, and public trust, are in flux.

Tobias Coughlin-Bogue weighs in here: soseaem.org/42E8SAV #SeattlePolitics #Seattle
Everything Is Political … in South Seattle: New Candidate, Big Deficit
In his latest column, Tobias Coughlin-Bogue takes a look at a range of political news and issues facing South End neighborhoods. This week, South Seattle voters are facing a decision on a levy…
southseattleemerald.org
April 16, 2025 at 9:05 PM