Once again, we have a more bare bones edition this week while my hand takes its time healing and I am still unable to type normally. These headlines should give you a sense of what’s been going on this week.
Seattle:
As a Firefighter, I Oppose Criminalizing “Interference” with Seattle Fire Department Personnel
Seattle City Council will vote on this legislation on Tuesday. For more information, read this.
Seattle to settle lawsuit by employees who blew whistle on mayor’s missing texts
Seattle-Based Seabold Group Investigated Fmr. SPD Chief Best — Unclear Where Investigation Stands
Maren Costa Builds Council Run on West Seattle Roots and Climate Organizing
King County:
King County councilmembers seek evaluation of jail population reduction programs
They decided not to ask for an increase in the tax rate.
Washington State:
Progressive Democrats Want to Compromise on a New Drug Law
Inslee calls WA Legislature special session to address drug possession
Criminalizing Drug Possession Is a Mistake We Must Not Make Again
New Police Pursuit Law Requires Less Evidence to Give Chase
Here’s What Happened in Olympia
Heroes and Zeroes of the 2023 Washington State Legislature
Washington Gov. Jay Inslee says he won’t run for a fourth term
Sen. Patty Kuderer Announces Run for Insurance Commissioner
Resources & Commentary
Our Media Is Fueling Vigilantism Against Homeless People
Three Things To Read This Week: Baltimore’s “Community Violence Intervention Program Is Helping To Drop The Homicide Rate.”