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Announcer: Welcome to
the 2019 City of Seattle

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General Election
Video Voters' Guide,

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your chance to hear directly

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from the candidates appearing

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on the November 5th
general election ballot.

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This is a vote-by-mail election.

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Instead of going
to a polling place,

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ballots will be mailed
to all registered voters.

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All ballots must be returned

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on or before Election Day,

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November 5th.

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Each statement in this guide
is up to two minutes long

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and unedited.

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The speakers appear
on your screen in the order

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they will appear on the ballot.

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The candidates appearing
in these videos

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represent campaigns
for each of the seven

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Seattle City Council
district seats

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and the four seats on
the Seattle School Board.

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All the elective positions
included in this guide

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are nonpartisan.

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Seattle City Council.

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The Seattle City Council
is the legislative branch

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of government.

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Members set the city's direction
by enacting ordinances

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and passing resolutions.

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The council authorizes
expenditures,

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adopts regulations,
levies taxes,

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controls the finances
and property of the city,

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and performs many related
legislative tasks.

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Council members serve
four-year terms.

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This year, the City of Seattle
will elect

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the seven council members
representing

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Seattle's seven
geographic districts.

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Districts 1, 2, 3, 4,
5, 6, and 7

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will appear on
the general election ballot.

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The two at-large
council candidates

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will be on the ballot
in 2021.

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All city voters will have
the opportunity

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to vote for a candidate

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representing their
voting district.

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♪♪

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I work hard
for District 1.

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Added bus service
to Alki, Admiral,
and Highland Park,

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restoring police
Community Service
Officers,

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keeping the Concord
Elementary Learning
Center open,

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and more hours
for Colman Pool.

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No issue is too big
or small.

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I've passed laws
against exhaust noise
at Alki

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and legislation to fix
derelict buildings

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in Delridge
and South Park.

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I've worked with
Sound Transit

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so light rail
doesn't tear apart
the Junction.

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I've increased
opportunity.

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Better laws for
renters and workers

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and a green jobs
career pathway

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so everyone has a place
to live and work.

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I've gone to the mat

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for small businesses
all over the city --

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from Luna Park
and Fauntleroy

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to the
University District

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and the
Central District.

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I insist on
accountability.

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When City Hall wanted
$1.4 million

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to bail out the
Pronto! bike company,
I said no.

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Now downtown's
demanding

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a First Avenue
streetcar.

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It's $143 million
over budget.

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I say, let's
invest that money

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in real transportation
infrastructure.

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I'm requiring
new oversight

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on big construction
projects.

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Government can't
do everything.

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We must do the
important things
and do them well.

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On addressing our
homelessness crisis,

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I led passage
of a $29 million bond

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to boost
affordable housing
built in 2018.

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We're requiring
developers,

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for the first time,
to pay for

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affordable housing
that's truly
affordable.

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I've helped families
and seniors
pay their bills,

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stay in their homes,

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and prevent
homelessness
before it starts.

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We must have
the political will
to do more.

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I'm endorsed
by MLK Labor,

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the King County 34th

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and 11th District
Democrats,

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Congresswoman
Pramila Jayapal,

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King County
council member
Joe McDermott,

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State Senator
Joe Nguyen,

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and Seattle
council member
Lorena González.

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I've lived in
District 1
for 19 years.

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My grandchildren
attend

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Sanislo Elementary
and Chief Sealth High.

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I hope I've
earned your vote.

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Hello,
my name is Phil Tavel,

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and I'm running for
Seattle City Council,

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District 1 because
like so many of you,

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I believe that
Seattle can do better.

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Seattle has to
change the way

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we're addressing
homelessness
and public safety.

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We must do a better job
helping people with

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untreated mental health
disorders

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and unaddressed
substance abuse
issues,

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and we need to properly
fund and staff

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our police department
to ensure that they

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can enforce all the
laws of our city

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fairly and evenly
for all of us
that live here.

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I will work to make sure
that bureaucracy

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and politics
don't keep us
from implementing

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real-life solutions
to these problems.

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We all know Seattle's
a great place to live,

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and that's why people
continue to move here.

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We need to be
forward thinking

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in how we grow and
how we get around.

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Whether by bus, boat,
car, bike, or on foot,

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the leaders of our
city need to make sure

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it's safe for
everyone to get home.

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It's time to end
the divisive politics,

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restore common sense
to our government,

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and focus on
effectively,

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efficiently,
and equitably

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delivering services
to the people
of our city.

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Seattle can do better.

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I've been
a business owner,
a physics teacher,

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a pro tem judge,
and a public defender
for 15 years.

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I'm a community
volunteer

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and serve on
the board of

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the Morgan Community
Association,

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Allied Arts,
and the Seattle Green
Spaces Coalition.

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I've lived
in West Seattle
for over 20 years.

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I'm a renter, a father
of a second grader

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at Arbor Heights
Elementary,

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and a youth coach
at West Seattle Bowl.

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I am your neighbor,

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and I want to work
for neighborhood
solutions.

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I am proud to be
supported by

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over a hundred
small businesses

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that form the heart
and the soul
of our community.

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Just drive down
California Avenue
and you can see

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all the community
establishments

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with my sign
in their window.

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They know that
I will listen,

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that I am an everyday
part of our community,

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and that I care deeply
about making Seattle

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a better, safer,

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and more productive
city for everyone.

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Four years ago,
we were talking about

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skyrocketing costs
of living,

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a lack of
affordable housing,

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more and more people
living unsheltered,

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traffic problems,
and cost overruns
in civic projects.

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I've seen no improvement
in these and several

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other issues, while many
have gotten worse.

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It's time to make
a change

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in our city's
leadership.

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I'll bring back
reasonable

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and rational solutions
to our council,

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and I ask you for your
support and your vote.

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Thank you.

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♪♪

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Hello, I'm Tammy Morales,

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running for
city council
in District 2.

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Seattle is at
a crossroads
this election.

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Will we
allow corporate
special interests

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to dictate
local policy,

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or will we
shift power

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to the people
of our city?

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I'm a
community organizer,

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a long-time budget
and policy analyst,

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and a mom
with two kids

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in Seattle
public schools.

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I've spent my career

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building
healthy neighborhoods

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with greater
food security,

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better housing,
and stronger protections

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for working people.

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I did this work
in coalition with many

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of our community
organizations,

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joining to find
solutions and advocate

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for our district
priorities.

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That's how I lead,

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by joining
with neighbors

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and those
most impacted

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to advance equity
and shared prosperity.

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I'm running
to build power

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for the people
of District 2

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so we all feel safe,
we all thrive,

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and so
we make decisions

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that are good
for all of us,

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not just
the most privileged.

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We know that cities
must lead the way

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in protecting
our communities.

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I'll work
to create a city

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where we can live
without fear

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of displacement
by building

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more housing to serve
low-income families,

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seniors,
and to support

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the transition
out of homelessness.

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I'll invest
in our young people,

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from those needing
more childcare options

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to students who
are transitioning to

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college or to union
apprenticeship
programs.

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Together, we can
transition to
green building

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and better
transportation choices

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so we end
our reliance
on fossil fuel,

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because we can't
call it an investment

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if it destroys
the planet.

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And we must fix
our upside-down
tax structure.

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I'll work to find
the right mix

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of progressive revenue

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so we can stop
funding the city

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on the backs of our
low-income neighbors.

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For Seattle to thrive,

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we need wealthy
corporations to pay
their fair share.

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I'm proud to have
the endorsement of
grocery, healthcare,

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and warehouse workers

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who know my
commitment to
working families.

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I've been endorsed by

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Representative
Jayapal,

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State Senator
Saldaña,

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City Council
Members Mosqueda
and González,

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and County Council
Member Larry Gossett,

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as well as the
Washington
Progressive Caucus,

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Latino Caucus,
37th District
Democrats,

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and the Sierra Club.

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I'm Tammy Morales,

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and I'm asking for
your vote

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so together
we can build power

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for our community.

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I'm Mark Solomon,

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and I'm running
to serve you

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on Seattle
City Council
for District 2

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because I believe
this city
can do better

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in addressing
the concerns of
our communities,

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from public safety
to homelessness

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to pushing back on
the displacement

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of our families
and neighborhood
businesses.

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As a retired
Air Force Officer,

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a former
small business owner,

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a community leader,
and a current

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Crime Prevention
Coordinator with
Seattle Police,

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I bring a depth
of experience,

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community
involvement,

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and coalition building

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necessary to affect
positive change

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for the people
of our district.

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I know our community.

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I was born
and raised here.

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I know the concerns
facing District 2,

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and I am prepared
to fight for you

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from day one
to address them.

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Regarding
public safety,

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I will allocate
additional funding

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to community-based
crime and violence
prevention efforts,

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and will promote
comprehensive
community policing

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and relational
policing programs.

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To address
homelessness,

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I will allocate
more funding to
diversion programs

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to prevent people from
becoming homeless
in the first place,

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increase and enhance
shelter capacity,

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and provide
more resources

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to place people
in permanent housing.

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I will champion
efforts to minimize

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displacement of our
long-term neighbors,

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and will
work to retain

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our current stock
of affordable housing

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while streamlining
the process

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to bring more housing
units online now.

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To support
our neighborhood
businesses,

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I will introduce
legislation

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to designate
a portion of

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the Equitable
Development fund

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specifically for
small commercial
space development

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and will pursue
tax credits

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for small commercial
space lease rates.

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Addressing
our city's needs

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takes thoughtful
leadership

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that will seek input,
listen,

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include community
in the decisions
that impact them,

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and work
in collaboration

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and partnership to
get things done.

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We must enact policies

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that make this city
safe, equitable,

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affordable,
inclusive,
and functioning.

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This city deserves
leaders that are

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accessible,
responsive,

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and accountable
to you.

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I pledge to be
that leader.

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Thank you
for your time,

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and I ask you
for your support

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and your vote November 5th.

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♪♪

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What's at stake
this year
is who runs Seattle,

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big business
or working people?

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Last year,
the corporate elite

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bullied our city
to defeat
the Amazon tax,

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which would have
funded housing
and services.

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Now they are
trying to buy
this election

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with
an unprecedented

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$1.5 million in
three corporate PACs.

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15 Amazon executives,

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along with
big developers

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and corporate
lobbyists,

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have donated to
my opponent.

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This is a struggle
for the soul
of Seattle.

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The Chamber
of Commerce
has gotten

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its candidates
into every
city council race.

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Their mission --
take over City Hall

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and flip it
to the right.

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But we can
fight back.

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I've used my two terms

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to help build
powerful movements

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and coalitions
to win historic
victories.

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I'm proud to have
helped lead the way
in making Seattle

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the first major city
to win the $15
minimum wage.

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Since then, we've won

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tens of millions
of dollars

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for affordable housing

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and landmark
renters' rights laws.

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We won crucial
funding for
LGBTQ services.

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Now we are
bringing back

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the Central District
Post Office.

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Despite a major
construction boom,

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Seattle's housing
affordability

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and homelessness crisis
remain

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among
the nation's worst.

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The for-profit housing
market

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and political
establishment
have failed us.

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We need rent control,

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free of corporate
loopholes,

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and a massive
expansion of
social housing,

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paid for by taxing
big business
and the rich,

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not ordinary workers,

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middle-class
homeowners,

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people of color,
or small businesses,

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who are already
overtaxed.

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Seattle needs
a Green New Deal

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to make our city
100 percent renewable

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by 2030,

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creating thousands
of union jobs.

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As a socialist
and union member,

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I'm proud to have
the support of

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<i>The Stranger,
Sierra Club,</i>

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Nick Licata,
Cary Moon,

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Nikkita Oliver,
Noam Chomsky,

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and 15 labor unions.

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Join me in fighting
for a city we need,

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not a playground
for the wealthy.

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Hi, my name is
Egan Orion,

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and I'm running for
Seattle City Council

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in District 3.

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This summer
I called on you

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to join my campaign
for innovation

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and pragmatic solutions
for the very real
challenges we face.

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On August 6th,
I heard loud and clear

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that neighbors
across the district

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share these
same priorities.

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Heading into
the general,

00:12:28.334 --> 00:12:29.868 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I see a new day
in Seattle

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and a new way forward
for city council.

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As a fourth generation
District 3 resident,

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I have deep ties
to this place
we call home.

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I've started
two small businesses

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and a nonprofit
from the district,

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and throughout
my career,

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I've learned a lot
about the people

00:12:42.767 --> 00:12:44.734 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
who live and work
in this great city
of ours.

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I love Seattle
and all its diversity.

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I celebrate it
every day.

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I celebrate it
by throwing PrideFest,

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the single largest
festival day
in all the city.

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On Capitol Hill,
I celebrate our
small businesses

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and all they contribute
to a healthy,
vibrant community.

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In the
Central District,

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I celebrate
my neighborhood's

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beautiful
intersectionality

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and all its identities

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and cultural
heritages.

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Across the city,
I celebrate

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the hardworking
people of Seattle

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and the unions
who fight for them
every day.

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To all
my D3 neighbors,

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I vow to represent you

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and be accountable
to you.

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Throughout this
election, I've heard

00:13:17.868 --> 00:13:19.534 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
your frustrations
about the inaction

00:13:19.534 --> 00:13:21.067 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
on our homelessness
crisis.

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We need
strong leadership

00:13:22.434 --> 00:13:24.133 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and real solutions
now.

00:13:24.133 --> 00:13:25.601 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
Let's use our
expanded partnership

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with the county
to bond over 1,500 new

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permanent supportive
housing units

00:13:29.834 --> 00:13:31.734 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and expand our shelter
and bridge housing,

00:13:31.734 --> 00:13:34.601 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
ensuring 24/7
low-barrier access

00:13:34.601 --> 00:13:36.000 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and treatment
on demand

00:13:36.000 --> 00:13:38.100 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
for mental health
and addiction.

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Despite our prosperity,
we are leaving our

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unsheltered neighbors
out in the cold
every night.

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Let's bring people
together,

00:13:44.601 --> 00:13:46.133 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
use collaborative
solutions,

00:13:46.133 --> 00:13:48.033 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and remedy this
human crisis

00:13:48.033 --> 00:13:49.834 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
that the current
council has failed

00:13:49.834 --> 00:13:52.100 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
to adequately address.

00:13:52.100 --> 00:13:54.267 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
The current council
member from D3

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has failed to
adequately address

00:13:56.200 --> 00:13:58.501 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
our district's and our
city's challenges.

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While I celebrate
my opponent's
progressiveness,

00:14:01.067 --> 00:14:02.167 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
ideas aren't enough.

00:14:02.167 --> 00:14:03.734 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
We have to pair it
with a plan

00:14:03.734 --> 00:14:06.300 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
and a coalition to
actually get
something done,

00:14:06.300 --> 00:14:08.734 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
and that's something
I've done throughout
my career.

00:14:08.734 --> 00:14:10.434 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
There is so much
to do, Seattle.

00:14:10.434 --> 00:14:12.200 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
Join me.
Let's get started.

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♪♪

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Hi.
I'm Alex Pedersen,

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and I'm running
for City Council

00:14:26.968 --> 00:14:28.234 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
to bring
accountability

00:14:28.234 --> 00:14:30.033 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
to our
city government.

00:14:30.033 --> 00:14:32.467 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
Many people have lost
faith in city council

00:14:32.467 --> 00:14:35.000 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
because of
politicians
who don't listen.

00:14:35.000 --> 00:14:37.567 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
I will listen to
the communities
in our district,

00:14:37.567 --> 00:14:39.033 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and I will
deliver results

00:14:39.033 --> 00:14:41.200 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
for your priorities.

00:14:41.200 --> 00:14:44.000 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
We should be seeing
better results
on homelessness.

00:14:44.000 --> 00:14:45.734 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I will use
my experience

00:14:45.734 --> 00:14:47.667 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
to fund only the
best strategies

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proven to reduce
homelessness
in other cities.

00:14:50.934 --> 00:14:52.501 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I will maximize
mental health

00:14:52.501 --> 00:14:54.334 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and drug addiction
programs

00:14:54.334 --> 00:14:57.400 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
to achieve real
results on this
regional crisis.

00:14:57.400 --> 00:15:00.200 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
Compassion
requires results.

00:15:00.200 --> 00:15:01.934 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
To increase
public safety,

00:15:01.934 --> 00:15:04.734 align:middle line:80% position:78% size:90%
city council needs
to support our
police officers

00:15:04.734 --> 00:15:07.934 align:middle line:80% position:72% size:90%
and hold the
criminal justice
system accountable.

00:15:07.934 --> 00:15:10.868 align:middle line:87% position:72% size:90%
Our city's traffic
and roads are a mess.

00:15:10.868 --> 00:15:13.801 align:middle line:80% position:72% size:90%
City council
must wisely invest
your tax dollars

00:15:13.801 --> 00:15:17.200 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
to move
the most people
by repairing roads,

00:15:17.200 --> 00:15:18.801 align:middle line:93% position:72% size:90%
maximizing transit,

00:15:18.801 --> 00:15:21.033 align:middle line:87% position:72% size:90%
and
improving sidewalks.

00:15:21.033 --> 00:15:23.267 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
After earning
a master's degree
in government,

00:15:23.267 --> 00:15:24.934 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
I worked at
the Department
of Housing

00:15:24.934 --> 00:15:26.067 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
and Urban Development

00:15:26.067 --> 00:15:27.767 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
during the
Clinton administration

00:15:27.767 --> 00:15:29.467 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
to reduce
homelessness.

00:15:29.467 --> 00:15:32.701 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
My career
includes 15 years
in the private sector,

00:15:32.701 --> 00:15:35.100 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
preserving
affordable housing.

00:15:35.100 --> 00:15:37.634 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
When I worked
as an analyst
for the city council,

00:15:37.634 --> 00:15:40.067 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
I crafted legislation,

00:15:40.067 --> 00:15:41.767 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
creating the
nationally acclaimed

00:15:41.767 --> 00:15:43.634 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
Seattle
Preschool Program,

00:15:43.634 --> 00:15:45.534 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and I led efforts
to fully fund

00:15:45.534 --> 00:15:47.601 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
the Nurse-Family
Partnership
that empowers

00:15:47.601 --> 00:15:49.801 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
low-income moms
and their babies.

00:15:49.801 --> 00:15:52.601 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
As a progressive
Democrat
focused on results,

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I'm proud
to be endorsed by

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former King County
Executive Ron Sims,

00:15:56.767 --> 00:15:59.133 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
Tim Burgess,
Nick Licata,

00:15:59.133 --> 00:16:01.534 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
Ruth Kagi,
Daniel J. Evans,

00:16:01.534 --> 00:16:03.267 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
State Rep
Gerry Pollet,

00:16:03.267 --> 00:16:05.334 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
Port Commissioner
Peter Steinbrueck,

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the 46th
Legislative
District Democrats,

00:16:07.834 --> 00:16:09.400 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
and by
neighborhood
businesses.

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I'm Alex Pederson,

00:16:10.968 --> 00:16:13.467 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
and I would be
honored
to earn your vote.

00:16:14.968 --> 00:16:16.734 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I'm Shaun Scott,
and I'm running for

00:16:16.734 --> 00:16:19.501 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
Seattle
City Council,
District 4.

00:16:19.501 --> 00:16:21.767 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
The question
before us in this
election cycle

00:16:21.767 --> 00:16:24.200 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
is whether
we want to be
a city of compassion

00:16:24.200 --> 00:16:26.634 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
or a city of cruelty.

00:16:26.634 --> 00:16:28.868 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
A compassionate
city is one that
builds enough

00:16:28.868 --> 00:16:30.934 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
deeply affordable
social housing

00:16:30.934 --> 00:16:32.267 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
for those already here

00:16:32.267 --> 00:16:33.834 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and for
those on the way.

00:16:33.834 --> 00:16:36.133 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
A compassionate
city is one with
a fair tax code,

00:16:36.133 --> 00:16:38.000 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
where
working people,
renters,

00:16:38.000 --> 00:16:39.467 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and homeowners
don't shoulder

00:16:39.467 --> 00:16:41.968 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
a disproportionate
share of
our tax burden

00:16:41.968 --> 00:16:44.567 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
with regressive sales
and property taxes.

00:16:44.567 --> 00:16:46.801 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
A compassionate city
is one where
every Seattleite

00:16:46.801 --> 00:16:49.601 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
can enjoy
public parks,
free public transit,

00:16:49.601 --> 00:16:52.701 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
and mental health
and supportive
housing services.

00:16:52.701 --> 00:16:53.901 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
As a former journalist

00:16:53.901 --> 00:16:55.334 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and editor of
<i>Real Change News</i>

00:16:55.334 --> 00:16:56.534 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
and a field organizer

00:16:56.534 --> 00:16:58.067 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
for Congresswoman
Pramila Jayapal's

00:16:58.067 --> 00:16:59.868 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
2018 reelection
campaign,

00:16:59.868 --> 00:17:01.834 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I've worked almost
my entire life

00:17:01.834 --> 00:17:03.634 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
towards studying
and organizing

00:17:03.634 --> 00:17:05.501 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
for policies
that make Seattle

00:17:05.501 --> 00:17:07.667 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
a more
compassionate city.

00:17:07.667 --> 00:17:10.100 align:middle line:80% position:72% size:90%
I've been endorsed
in this race
by Cary Moon,

00:17:10.100 --> 00:17:11.901 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
the
Washington State
High School Democrats,

00:17:11.901 --> 00:17:13.834 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
Jessyn Farrell,
Seattle Subway,

00:17:13.834 --> 00:17:15.367 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
the Transit
Riders Union,

00:17:15.367 --> 00:17:17.367 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
Our Revolution,
and <i>The Stranger</i>

00:17:17.367 --> 00:17:19.300 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
because of my
commitment to creating

00:17:19.300 --> 00:17:21.400 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
a more
compassionate city.

00:17:21.400 --> 00:17:22.934 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
Some forces in
this city

00:17:22.934 --> 00:17:24.801 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
would turn us
into a cruel city,

00:17:24.801 --> 00:17:27.067 align:middle line:87% position:72% size:90%
a city that wastes
$10 million a year

00:17:27.067 --> 00:17:29.300 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
on ineffective sweeps
of the homeless,

00:17:29.300 --> 00:17:31.701 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
that displaces
vulnerable homeowners

00:17:31.701 --> 00:17:34.334 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
and only builds
housing for
the richest among us,

00:17:34.334 --> 00:17:36.100 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
a city with
no treatment centers

00:17:36.100 --> 00:17:38.434 align:middle line:87% position:72% size:90%
and no investment
in social services

00:17:38.434 --> 00:17:39.901 align:middle line:93% position:72% size:90%
like childcare.

00:17:39.901 --> 00:17:41.968 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I think that
we can do better.

00:17:41.968 --> 00:17:44.767 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
I think that
we can have
a compassionate city.

00:17:44.767 --> 00:17:46.234 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
As a Seattle City
Council member

00:17:46.234 --> 00:17:48.000 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
representing
District 4,

00:17:48.000 --> 00:17:49.434 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I'll work to build
a unified,

00:17:49.434 --> 00:17:51.601 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
progressive coalition
with organized labor,

00:17:51.601 --> 00:17:54.167 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
environmentalists,
and everyday
Seattleites

00:17:54.167 --> 00:17:56.367 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
to build
a compassionate city.

00:17:56.367 --> 00:17:58.000 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
And in the November
general election,

00:17:58.000 --> 00:18:00.267 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
I'm asking for
your vote to help
build that city.

00:18:00.267 --> 00:18:01.734 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
Thank you.

00:18:03.400 --> 00:18:10.467 align:middle line:93% position:50% size:90%
♪♪

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Hi.
I'm Debora Juarez,

00:18:15.033 --> 00:18:17.133 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and I'm on the
Seattle City Council.

00:18:17.133 --> 00:18:18.801 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I represent
the city,

00:18:18.801 --> 00:18:20.300 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
but I honor the
needs of my district,

00:18:20.300 --> 00:18:22.133 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
our district --
District 5.

00:18:22.133 --> 00:18:24.167 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
I've lived
in the north end
for over 30 years

00:18:24.167 --> 00:18:25.801 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
as a renter and
as a homeowner.

00:18:25.801 --> 00:18:27.667 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
It's where I
raised my children.

00:18:27.667 --> 00:18:28.801 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I'm running
for reelection

00:18:28.801 --> 00:18:30.167 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
for three reasons --

00:18:30.167 --> 00:18:31.334 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I want to keep
listening

00:18:31.334 --> 00:18:33.334 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
to the needs of
our city in D5,

00:18:33.334 --> 00:18:34.634 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I want to
continue to deliver

00:18:34.634 --> 00:18:35.801 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
the projects
and programs

00:18:35.801 --> 00:18:37.534 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
that support our city
and make it great,

00:18:37.534 --> 00:18:39.601 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
and I want to
finish the work
we've started.

00:18:39.601 --> 00:18:41.434 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I've been a lawyer
for 33 years.

00:18:41.434 --> 00:18:43.067 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I've worked as
a public defender,

00:18:43.067 --> 00:18:44.267 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
legal services,

00:18:44.267 --> 00:18:45.934 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
a King County
Superior Court judge.

00:18:45.934 --> 00:18:47.167 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I represented
two governors

00:18:47.167 --> 00:18:48.701 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and many tribal
governments.

00:18:48.701 --> 00:18:50.167 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I know how to
get things done,

00:18:50.167 --> 00:18:51.534 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and I know how
to build things.

00:18:51.534 --> 00:18:52.968 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
Let me share
what we've done.

00:18:52.968 --> 00:18:55.934 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
We have a new
$1.6 billion
world-class arena

00:18:55.934 --> 00:18:56.934 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
at Seattle Center

00:18:56.934 --> 00:18:58.701 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
at no cost to
the taxpayers.

00:18:58.701 --> 00:19:00.634 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
We've raised
$18 million

00:19:00.634 --> 00:19:02.334 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
for our new
Lake City
Community Center

00:19:02.334 --> 00:19:04.033 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
that will serve
elders and kids.

00:19:04.033 --> 00:19:06.667 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
And we secured a new
NHL training facility

00:19:06.667 --> 00:19:08.868 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and headquarters
located at Northgate

00:19:08.868 --> 00:19:11.434 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
in D5 for jobs
and opportunities.

00:19:11.434 --> 00:19:13.100 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
And we
are fully funding

00:19:13.100 --> 00:19:14.534 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
the pedestrian
bike bridge

00:19:14.534 --> 00:19:16.033 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
that will connect
Northgate Mall

00:19:16.033 --> 00:19:17.467 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
to North Seattle
College.

00:19:17.467 --> 00:19:18.601 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
This is
a game changer

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for walkability
in D5.

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Homelessness is
one of the biggest
issues we face.

00:19:23.133 --> 00:19:25.334 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
That is why
I've secured
millions of dollars

00:19:25.334 --> 00:19:27.234 align:middle line:87% position:72% size:90%
and directed these
funds to nonprofits

00:19:27.234 --> 00:19:28.701 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
that address
homelessness,

00:19:28.701 --> 00:19:30.601 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
addiction,
and mental health.

00:19:30.601 --> 00:19:32.200 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
In addition,
we are building

00:19:32.200 --> 00:19:35.133 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
1,200 units
of affordable
housing in D5.

00:19:35.133 --> 00:19:37.100 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
And you all know
how hard we fought to

00:19:37.100 --> 00:19:39.033 align:middle line:87% position:72% size:90%
bring light rail
to Northgate.

00:19:39.033 --> 00:19:40.067 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
Now we're
bringing it

00:19:40.067 --> 00:19:41.868 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
to 130th Street
Station.

00:19:41.868 --> 00:19:44.067 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
And we plan to bring
that Light Rail
station

00:19:44.067 --> 00:19:45.767 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
in seven years
earlier.

00:19:45.767 --> 00:19:47.100 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
On public safety,

00:19:47.100 --> 00:19:48.901 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I voted to add
40 new police officers

00:19:48.901 --> 00:19:49.934 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
to our force,

00:19:49.934 --> 00:19:51.133 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and I will
continue to support

00:19:51.133 --> 00:19:53.601 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
a new police station
in the north end.

00:19:53.601 --> 00:19:54.701 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
And sidewalks --

00:19:54.701 --> 00:19:56.434 align:middle line:87% position:72% size:90%
I have delivered
12 new sidewalk

00:19:56.434 --> 00:19:58.200 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
projects in D5
last year,

00:19:58.200 --> 00:19:59.767 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and we won't
stop there.

00:19:59.767 --> 00:20:00.934 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
With that being said,

00:20:00.934 --> 00:20:02.000 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I am fiercely
optimistic

00:20:02.000 --> 00:20:04.133 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
about the future
of our city in D5.

00:20:04.133 --> 00:20:05.801 align:middle line:87% position:72% size:90%
It's been an honor
to represent you

00:20:05.801 --> 00:20:07.200 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
on city council,

00:20:07.200 --> 00:20:08.667 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
to be your
councilwoman,

00:20:08.667 --> 00:20:11.000 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and I humbly ask for
your support and vote.

00:20:11.000 --> 00:20:12.734 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
Thank you.

00:20:12.734 --> 00:20:14.167 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
Hello, Seattleites.

00:20:14.167 --> 00:20:15.801 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
My name is Ann,
and I'm an attorney,

00:20:15.801 --> 00:20:17.834 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
teacher, mom,
and community
leader.

00:20:17.834 --> 00:20:19.367 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
I've lived
in Seattle
for 23 years

00:20:19.367 --> 00:20:20.667 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and began
working with

00:20:20.667 --> 00:20:22.667 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
the Seattle
SuperSonics
team in the '90s.

00:20:22.667 --> 00:20:24.334 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
After that,
I became
an attorney

00:20:24.334 --> 00:20:26.267 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
and now raise
my two kids
in D5.

00:20:26.267 --> 00:20:27.634 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
From my work,
I've earned

00:20:27.634 --> 00:20:29.267 align:middle line:80% position:75% size:90%
the endorsement
of former Sonics
head coach

00:20:29.267 --> 00:20:30.367 align:middle line:93% position:75% size:90%
Nate McMillan.

00:20:30.367 --> 00:20:31.667 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I've taught
English in Thailand

00:20:31.667 --> 00:20:33.267 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
and now teach
international
business law

00:20:33.267 --> 00:20:35.067 align:middle line:80% position:72% size:90%
at the
UW Continuum
College.

00:20:35.067 --> 00:20:37.067 align:middle line:80% position:72% size:90%
I've also been
a congressional
caseworker,

00:20:37.067 --> 00:20:38.767 align:middle line:80% position:72% size:90%
resolving
constituents'
problems.

00:20:38.767 --> 00:20:40.367 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
From volunteering
with individuals

00:20:40.367 --> 00:20:42.000 align:middle line:87% position:72% size:90%
transitioning out
of incarceration,

00:20:42.000 --> 00:20:43.100 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
working with
the UN

00:20:43.100 --> 00:20:44.701 align:middle line:87% position:72% size:90%
in a Cambodian
refugee camp,

00:20:44.701 --> 00:20:45.968 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
leading efforts
to raise money

00:20:45.968 --> 00:20:47.100 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
for Seattle
Public Schools,

00:20:47.100 --> 00:20:48.100 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and helping
in local

00:20:48.100 --> 00:20:49.234 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
environmental
clean-ups,

00:20:49.234 --> 00:20:50.534 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
my dedication
to improve

00:20:50.534 --> 00:20:51.801 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
communities
is clear.

00:20:51.801 --> 00:20:52.868 align:middle line:87% position:72% size:90%
These causes
drove me

00:20:52.868 --> 00:20:54.400 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
to take civic
action here,

00:20:54.400 --> 00:20:55.567 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
focusing on
issues that
have been

00:20:55.567 --> 00:20:57.334 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
neglected by
our current
city council,

00:20:57.334 --> 00:20:58.567 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
like
homelessness
and housing,

00:20:58.567 --> 00:20:59.734 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
public safety,

00:20:59.734 --> 00:21:01.601 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
addiction
prevention
and recovery.

00:21:01.601 --> 00:21:03.767 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
These are
issues we can
do better on.

00:21:03.767 --> 00:21:05.300 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
We can redirect
city dollars

00:21:05.300 --> 00:21:06.467 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
towards
effective measures,

00:21:06.467 --> 00:21:07.734 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
by increasing
access to

00:21:07.734 --> 00:21:08.968 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
underfunded
addiction
treatment

00:21:08.968 --> 00:21:10.267 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
and shortening
wait times

00:21:10.267 --> 00:21:11.567 align:middle line:87% position:72% size:90%
for detox beds
instead of

00:21:11.567 --> 00:21:13.234 align:middle line:87% position:72% size:90%
funding drug
injection sites.

00:21:13.234 --> 00:21:14.400 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
Because of
my focus on
addiction,

00:21:14.400 --> 00:21:15.634 align:middle line:93% position:72% size:90%
I'm endorsed by

00:21:15.634 --> 00:21:16.834 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
the Director of
Addictions
Department

00:21:16.834 --> 00:21:17.968 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
at the UW School
of Medicine

00:21:17.968 --> 00:21:19.100 align:middle line:87% position:72% size:90%
and Harborview
Medical Center,

00:21:19.100 --> 00:21:20.467 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
Dr. Rick Ries.

00:21:20.467 --> 00:21:21.968 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
We can have
an emergency,

00:21:21.968 --> 00:21:23.567 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
Red Cross-like
response to
homelessness

00:21:23.567 --> 00:21:24.734 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
to care for our
neighbors

00:21:24.734 --> 00:21:26.367 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and protect
green spaces.

00:21:26.367 --> 00:21:28.400 align:middle line:80% position:72% size:90%
We can have
a city council
obligated

00:21:28.400 --> 00:21:29.868 align:middle line:87% position:72% size:90%
to Seattleites'
safety,

00:21:29.868 --> 00:21:32.167 align:middle line:80% position:72% size:90%
and I will ensure
victims are heard
and respected.

00:21:32.167 --> 00:21:33.567 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
That's why
I'm endorsed by

00:21:33.567 --> 00:21:35.567 align:middle line:80% position:75% size:90%
retired
King County Judge
Philip Hubbard.

00:21:35.567 --> 00:21:37.167 align:middle line:80% position:75% size:90%
We can work
with neighboring
leaders

00:21:37.167 --> 00:21:38.534 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
to discuss
regional responses

00:21:38.534 --> 00:21:40.033 align:middle line:80% position:72% size:90%
to issues where
there has
been none.

00:21:40.033 --> 00:21:41.634 align:middle line:80% position:72% size:90%
That's one of
the reasons I'm
endorsed by

00:21:41.634 --> 00:21:43.667 align:middle line:80% position:72% size:90%
the Mayor of
Kenmore,
David Baker.

00:21:43.667 --> 00:21:44.834 align:middle line:87% position:72% size:90%
For residents
facing

00:21:44.834 --> 00:21:46.467 align:middle line:87% position:72% size:90%
neglectful
leadership in D5,

00:21:46.467 --> 00:21:47.767 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I will bring
responsiveness

00:21:47.767 --> 00:21:49.601 align:middle line:80% position:72% size:90%
in addressing
our urgent
problems head-on.

00:21:49.601 --> 00:21:50.667 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I'm ready
to listen,

00:21:50.667 --> 00:21:52.133 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
passionate, and
prepared to be

00:21:52.133 --> 00:21:53.767 align:middle line:80% position:75% size:90%
our forgotten
neighborhoods'
voice.

00:21:53.767 --> 00:21:55.434 align:middle line:80% position:72% size:90%
I'm excited
to bring people
together

00:21:55.434 --> 00:21:56.501 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
to get things
done.

00:21:56.501 --> 00:21:57.667 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
You may have
seen me
in your

00:21:57.667 --> 00:21:59.100 align:middle line:87% position:72% size:90%
neighborhood in
my Sonics gear,

00:21:59.100 --> 00:22:00.467 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
passed my sign
on your block,

00:22:00.467 --> 00:22:01.834 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
or met me at
your front door.

00:22:01.834 --> 00:22:02.968 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I'm out in
the community,

00:22:02.968 --> 00:22:04.133 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
ready to hear
you.

00:22:04.133 --> 00:22:05.734 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
We can do
better for
District 5

00:22:05.734 --> 00:22:07.100 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
as we make
changes together,

00:22:07.100 --> 00:22:08.634 align:middle line:87% position:72% size:90%
for the city we
know and love.

00:22:08.634 --> 00:22:10.133 align:middle line:87% position:72% size:90%
I invite you to
join the movement

00:22:10.133 --> 00:22:12.400 align:middle line:87% position:72% size:90%
and ask for your
vote this November.

00:22:14.067 --> 00:22:21.434 align:middle line:93% position:50% size:90%
♪♪

00:22:23.501 --> 00:22:24.767 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
My name
is Dan Strauss,

00:22:24.767 --> 00:22:26.234 align:middle line:87% position:72% size:90%
and I was born and
raised in Ballard.

00:22:26.234 --> 00:22:28.000 align:start line:80% position:69% size:90%
I'm running
because I love
this community,

00:22:28.000 --> 00:22:29.167 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and I know
that together,

00:22:29.167 --> 00:22:30.501 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
we can guide
Seattle's growth

00:22:30.501 --> 00:22:31.834 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
to build a
sustainable,

00:22:31.834 --> 00:22:33.801 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
affordable,
and equitable city

00:22:33.801 --> 00:22:34.834 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
that works
for everyone,

00:22:34.834 --> 00:22:35.934 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
whether
you've been here

00:22:35.934 --> 00:22:37.334 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
for one year or 40.

00:22:37.334 --> 00:22:38.567 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I've dedicated
my life

00:22:38.567 --> 00:22:39.734 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
to public service.

00:22:39.734 --> 00:22:41.133 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I served
with AmeriCorps

00:22:41.133 --> 00:22:42.267 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
in low-income
communities

00:22:42.267 --> 00:22:43.501 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
all across
the nation,

00:22:43.501 --> 00:22:45.400 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
working on
projects from
disaster relief

00:22:45.400 --> 00:22:47.267 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
to after-school
programs.

00:22:47.267 --> 00:22:48.367 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I have nearly
a decade

00:22:48.367 --> 00:22:49.534 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
of legislative
experience,

00:22:49.534 --> 00:22:51.267 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and I know how to
make change happen.

00:22:51.267 --> 00:22:53.234 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
My everyday job
is to bring
different levels

00:22:53.234 --> 00:22:55.801 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
of government,
community
organizations,

00:22:55.801 --> 00:22:57.901 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
and people
together to
solve problems.

00:22:57.901 --> 00:22:59.000 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I've already
coordinated

00:22:59.000 --> 00:23:00.300 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
work groups
with the state,

00:23:00.300 --> 00:23:02.100 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
county, city, port,

00:23:02.100 --> 00:23:03.868 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
Sound Transit,
and community

00:23:03.868 --> 00:23:05.267 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
to successfully fund

00:23:05.267 --> 00:23:06.734 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
transportation
projects,

00:23:06.734 --> 00:23:08.634 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
develop green
building codes,

00:23:08.634 --> 00:23:10.200 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and improve
our parks.

00:23:10.200 --> 00:23:11.634 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
As your next
council member,

00:23:11.634 --> 00:23:14.000 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I'll use my experience
to serve you.

00:23:14.000 --> 00:23:15.801 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
I worked on
gun-responsibility
policy,

00:23:15.801 --> 00:23:18.033 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
passing the
Extreme Risk
Protection Order,

00:23:18.033 --> 00:23:19.501 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
and on city council,

00:23:19.501 --> 00:23:20.601 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I'll continue
to implement

00:23:20.601 --> 00:23:21.968 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
gun-violence
prevention

00:23:21.968 --> 00:23:23.901 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
by investing in
community-based
programs

00:23:23.901 --> 00:23:26.167 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
that intervene in the
cycle of violence.

00:23:26.167 --> 00:23:28.534 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
I'll tackle
the homelessness
crisis head-on

00:23:28.534 --> 00:23:30.734 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
by advocating for
Housing First policies

00:23:30.734 --> 00:23:32.868 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
that bring people
experiencing
homelessness

00:23:32.868 --> 00:23:34.834 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
into four walls
with a door that locks

00:23:34.834 --> 00:23:36.400 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and is connected
to the services

00:23:36.400 --> 00:23:37.834 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
and care they need.

00:23:37.834 --> 00:23:39.501 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I'll build a connected
transit network

00:23:39.501 --> 00:23:41.734 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
with dedicated lanes
so that buses

00:23:41.734 --> 00:23:43.133 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
aren't stuck
in traffic.

00:23:43.133 --> 00:23:45.200 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
And I'll work
to complete our
bicycle master plan

00:23:45.200 --> 00:23:46.968 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
with protected
bike lanes.

00:23:46.968 --> 00:23:49.767 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I was hit by a driver
while riding my bike,

00:23:49.767 --> 00:23:51.133 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and I know the
importance of safe

00:23:51.133 --> 00:23:53.100 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and separated
infrastructure.

00:23:53.100 --> 00:23:55.133 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
I'm committed
to opening
a district office

00:23:55.133 --> 00:23:56.467 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
so that you don't
have to go downtown

00:23:56.467 --> 00:23:57.901 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
to have
your voice heard.

00:23:57.901 --> 00:23:59.567 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I'll prioritize
constituent services

00:23:59.567 --> 00:24:00.868 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
so that
if you get stuck

00:24:00.868 --> 00:24:02.267 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
in the
bureaucratic gridlock,

00:24:02.267 --> 00:24:03.334 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
my office
will be there

00:24:03.334 --> 00:24:04.367 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
to help you
through it,

00:24:04.367 --> 00:24:05.667 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
to get
you solutions,

00:24:05.667 --> 00:24:07.501 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
because I've got
your back.

00:24:07.501 --> 00:24:09.367 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I have deep roots
in our community,

00:24:09.367 --> 00:24:11.167 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and I'm endorsed
by community leaders,

00:24:11.167 --> 00:24:12.334 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
labor unions,

00:24:12.334 --> 00:24:14.100 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
local Democratic
organizations,

00:24:14.100 --> 00:24:16.567 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and current and former
elected officials.

00:24:16.567 --> 00:24:19.067 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I ask for your support
and for your vote.

00:24:19.067 --> 00:24:20.400 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
Thank you.

00:24:21.701 --> 00:24:23.234 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
I'm Heidi Wills.

00:24:23.234 --> 00:24:25.701 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
I'm running for
people who want
safe neighborhoods.

00:24:25.701 --> 00:24:27.200 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
For seniors who built
Seattle

00:24:27.200 --> 00:24:29.300 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and are being priced
out of their homes.

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And for children who
deserve clean parks

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and open community
centers.

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I've taken on
challenges

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and produced results,

00:24:35.901 --> 00:24:38.300 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
starting as
Student Body President
at the UW

00:24:38.300 --> 00:24:39.968 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
when I brought
recycling to campus

00:24:39.968 --> 00:24:42.067 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
and championed
the U-PASS
bus program.

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As contentious
as it was then,

00:24:43.534 --> 00:24:45.734 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
it's now a model
across the country.

00:24:45.734 --> 00:24:48.400 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
I have the experience
to hit the ground
running.

00:24:48.400 --> 00:24:51.067 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
I served on
the city council
16 years ago.

00:24:51.067 --> 00:24:53.534 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I led investments
in renewable energy.

00:24:53.534 --> 00:24:55.300 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I expanded utility rate
assistance

00:24:55.300 --> 00:24:57.701 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
so more low-income
people could qualify.

00:24:57.701 --> 00:24:59.534 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
Before that,
I was a policy advisor

00:24:59.534 --> 00:25:01.567 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
at King County
for six years.

00:25:01.567 --> 00:25:03.534 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I bring
a regional approach.

00:25:03.534 --> 00:25:05.901 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
I'm a working mom,
a small business
owner,

00:25:05.901 --> 00:25:07.901 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and I led a nonprofit
in South Seattle,

00:25:07.901 --> 00:25:10.567 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
empowering thousands of
underserved youth

00:25:10.567 --> 00:25:12.033 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
for 13 years.

00:25:12.033 --> 00:25:13.934 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I'm a grassroots
candidate.

00:25:13.934 --> 00:25:16.133 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
Knocking on 21,000
homes so far,

00:25:16.133 --> 00:25:19.367 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
my campaign
has the most
democracy vouchers.

00:25:19.367 --> 00:25:21.133 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I've talked with
thousands of people,

00:25:21.133 --> 00:25:22.601 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
and I've listened.

00:25:22.601 --> 00:25:24.501 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
Voters want the city
to be smarter

00:25:24.501 --> 00:25:26.834 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
about addressing
the root causes
of homelessness.

00:25:26.834 --> 00:25:29.234 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
Seattle can't solve
this crisis in a silo.

00:25:29.234 --> 00:25:30.667 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
We need a regional
approach,

00:25:30.667 --> 00:25:33.167 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
especially for
mental health and
treatment on demand.

00:25:33.167 --> 00:25:35.434 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
We need short-term
housing solutions,

00:25:35.434 --> 00:25:36.767 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
like modular homes,

00:25:36.767 --> 00:25:38.000 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and long-term
solutions,

00:25:38.000 --> 00:25:40.033 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
like permanent
supportive housing.

00:25:40.033 --> 00:25:42.767 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
Public safety should
be a priority.

00:25:42.767 --> 00:25:44.167 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
Our police
and fire departments

00:25:44.167 --> 00:25:45.534 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
are stretched
too thin.

00:25:45.534 --> 00:25:47.100 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
People deserve
to be safe

00:25:47.100 --> 00:25:49.734 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
and to feel safe
where they live
and work.

00:25:49.734 --> 00:25:50.934 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
We need more
affordable housing

00:25:50.934 --> 00:25:52.334 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
of all
shapes and sizes

00:25:52.334 --> 00:25:54.167 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
for people
of all incomes.

00:25:54.167 --> 00:25:55.901 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
We need more
transit service,

00:25:55.901 --> 00:25:59.234 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
and safe pedestrian
and bicycle
infrastructure.

00:25:59.234 --> 00:26:02.501 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
Seattle must take
bold action on climate
protection.

00:26:02.501 --> 00:26:04.267 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I have a long history
of leadership

00:26:04.267 --> 00:26:06.000 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
to protect
our environment.

00:26:06.000 --> 00:26:08.100 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
And I have broad
support from labor,

00:26:08.100 --> 00:26:09.934 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
business,
<i>The Seattle Times,</i>

00:26:09.934 --> 00:26:12.133 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
The Sierra Club,
Seattle Firefighters,

00:26:12.133 --> 00:26:14.000 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
the 46th District
Democrats,

00:26:14.000 --> 00:26:15.167 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
and many more.

00:26:15.167 --> 00:26:16.467 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
My name is
Heidi Wills,

00:26:16.467 --> 00:26:18.033 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and I ask for
your support.

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Thank you.

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♪♪

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Hello. My name
is Andrew Lewis,

00:26:32.734 --> 00:26:34.434 align:middle line:80% position:75% size:90%
and I am running
for Seattle
City Council

00:26:34.434 --> 00:26:36.200 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
because it's time
for a more responsive

00:26:36.200 --> 00:26:38.033 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and accountable
city government.

00:26:38.033 --> 00:26:40.234 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
This accountability
starts with
results on

00:26:40.234 --> 00:26:42.267 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
affordable housing
and homelessness.

00:26:42.267 --> 00:26:44.133 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
As your
council member,
I'll fight to build

00:26:44.133 --> 00:26:45.901 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
5,000 units of
affordable housing

00:26:45.901 --> 00:26:46.934 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
in three years

00:26:46.934 --> 00:26:48.067 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
by working with
state, county,

00:26:48.067 --> 00:26:49.334 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and nonprofit
partners

00:26:49.334 --> 00:26:51.634 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
through the
Home and Hope plan.

00:26:51.634 --> 00:26:53.400 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
This plan to create
public, tax-exempt,

00:26:53.400 --> 00:26:54.501 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
multi-family housing

00:26:54.501 --> 00:26:55.968 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
along with
other initiatives

00:26:55.968 --> 00:26:58.567 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
will allow us
to rapidly increase
affordable housing

00:26:58.567 --> 00:27:00.133 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and reduce
homelessness.

00:27:00.133 --> 00:27:01.200 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
I'll also advocate

00:27:01.200 --> 00:27:02.467 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
for increased
mental-health

00:27:02.467 --> 00:27:03.701 align:middle line:87% position:72% size:90%
and substance-abuse
treatment

00:27:03.701 --> 00:27:05.167 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
to address the
significant barriers

00:27:05.167 --> 00:27:06.534 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
to helping
our neighbors

00:27:06.534 --> 00:27:08.167 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
transition out
of homelessness.

00:27:08.167 --> 00:27:10.567 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
On public safety,
I'm proud of my work

00:27:10.567 --> 00:27:12.067 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
as a prosecutor
obtaining justice

00:27:12.067 --> 00:27:13.400 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
for victims
in the public.

00:27:13.400 --> 00:27:14.968 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
We need
more police officers

00:27:14.968 --> 00:27:16.100 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
walking
our neighborhoods

00:27:16.100 --> 00:27:18.300 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and more prosecutors
reviewing cases.

00:27:18.300 --> 00:27:20.167 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
We also need to
increase successful

00:27:20.167 --> 00:27:21.267 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
criminal-diversion
programs

00:27:21.267 --> 00:27:22.334 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
like Choose 180,

00:27:22.334 --> 00:27:25.100 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
where only 8 out
of 245 participants

00:27:25.100 --> 00:27:26.501 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
have re-offended.

00:27:26.501 --> 00:27:27.968 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
Moreover,
we need to make sure

00:27:27.968 --> 00:27:29.167 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
the city is
being accountable

00:27:29.167 --> 00:27:31.067 align:middle line:87% position:72% size:90%
with the resources
it already has.

00:27:31.067 --> 00:27:32.234 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
I propose an annual

00:27:32.234 --> 00:27:33.434 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
performance
auditing plan

00:27:33.434 --> 00:27:34.767 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
similar
to King County's,

00:27:34.767 --> 00:27:36.934 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
which has saved
$127 million

00:27:36.934 --> 00:27:38.567 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
in the
last three years.

00:27:38.567 --> 00:27:39.634 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
This plan
will free up

00:27:39.634 --> 00:27:40.801 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
significant
resources

00:27:40.801 --> 00:27:42.367 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
for essential
services that benefit

00:27:42.367 --> 00:27:45.000 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
Seattle residents
and businesses.

00:27:45.000 --> 00:27:46.234 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
On public
transportation,

00:27:46.234 --> 00:27:47.534 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I will partner
with Sound Transit

00:27:47.534 --> 00:27:49.267 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
to expand light rail
through Interbay,

00:27:49.267 --> 00:27:50.467 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
including
a rail tunnel

00:27:50.467 --> 00:27:51.634 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
underneath
the ship canal

00:27:51.634 --> 00:27:53.133 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
to ensure
reliable service

00:27:53.133 --> 00:27:54.200 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and prevent
displacing

00:27:54.200 --> 00:27:55.834 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
our maritime
community.

00:27:55.834 --> 00:27:57.467 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I will also work
with state, port,

00:27:57.467 --> 00:27:58.734 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and federal
stakeholders

00:27:58.734 --> 00:28:00.667 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
to secure
a one-for-one
replacement

00:28:00.667 --> 00:28:03.434 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
to the
Magnolia Bridge.

00:28:03.434 --> 00:28:04.701 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
My experience

00:28:04.701 --> 00:28:06.834 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
as a city and
county prosecutor,

00:28:06.834 --> 00:28:08.267 align:middle line:80% position:75% size:90%
a Seattle
human rights
commissioner,

00:28:08.267 --> 00:28:09.434 align:middle line:80% position:75% size:90%
and a
rental-housing
stakeholder

00:28:09.434 --> 00:28:10.501 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
committee member

00:28:10.501 --> 00:28:11.901 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
will ensure I hit
the ground running

00:28:11.901 --> 00:28:13.534 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
at City Hall.

00:28:13.534 --> 00:28:15.067 align:middle line:80% position:75% size:90%
I'm a
fifth-generation
Washingtonian

00:28:15.067 --> 00:28:16.167 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
and a proud graduate

00:28:16.167 --> 00:28:17.267 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
of Seattle
public schools

00:28:17.267 --> 00:28:18.901 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
and the University
of Washington.

00:28:18.901 --> 00:28:20.267 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I've been
endorsed by the

00:28:20.267 --> 00:28:22.200 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
Martin Luther King
County Labor Council,

00:28:22.200 --> 00:28:23.968 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
the 36th District
Democrats,

00:28:23.968 --> 00:28:25.901 align:middle line:87% position:72% size:90%
the 37th District
Democrats,

00:28:25.901 --> 00:28:27.901 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
and State
Representative
Gail Tarleton.

00:28:27.901 --> 00:28:29.100 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
I ask for your vote,

00:28:29.100 --> 00:28:30.734 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and it'd be an
honor to serve you.

00:28:31.901 --> 00:28:33.367 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I'm Jim Pugel,
and I will be

00:28:33.367 --> 00:28:35.534 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
your next council member
from District 7.

00:28:35.534 --> 00:28:36.934 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I grew up in
the Rainier Valley,

00:28:36.934 --> 00:28:38.400 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
graduated
from the UW,

00:28:38.400 --> 00:28:40.200 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
served our city
for 35 years

00:28:40.200 --> 00:28:42.067 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
as a reform-driven
police officer

00:28:42.067 --> 00:28:43.601 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
and chief of police,

00:28:43.601 --> 00:28:45.667 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
reducing
non-violent
incarceration

00:28:45.667 --> 00:28:48.400 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
and working
for solutions
to homelessness.

00:28:48.400 --> 00:28:50.467 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I will bring real
hands-on expertise

00:28:50.467 --> 00:28:52.701 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
in public safety
and human services,

00:28:52.701 --> 00:28:54.067 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and a true
understanding

00:28:54.067 --> 00:28:56.767 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
of the neighborhood
priorities
of District 7.

00:28:56.767 --> 00:28:59.167 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
I served as the
West Precinct
Police Commander,

00:28:59.167 --> 00:29:02.000 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
the same
geographic footprint
of District 7,

00:29:02.000 --> 00:29:04.567 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
and spent
my career keeping
neighborhoods safe.

00:29:04.567 --> 00:29:06.000 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I worked on
the Law Enforcement

00:29:06.000 --> 00:29:07.667 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
Assisted Diversion
initiative

00:29:07.667 --> 00:29:09.634 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
to get homeless addicts
off the streets

00:29:09.634 --> 00:29:11.100 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
and into recovery.

00:29:11.100 --> 00:29:14.634 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
That program led
to a 61% reduction
in recidivism

00:29:14.634 --> 00:29:16.868 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and got people
housed and working.

00:29:16.868 --> 00:29:20.067 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
That's how I lead --
good ideas
that get results.

00:29:20.067 --> 00:29:21.667 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
As Chief of Police,
I managed

00:29:21.667 --> 00:29:23.868 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
a $250 million budget,

00:29:23.868 --> 00:29:25.901 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
helped implement the
settlement agreement,

00:29:25.901 --> 00:29:27.467 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and pushed for
needed reforms

00:29:27.467 --> 00:29:29.501 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
in a way that was
transparent and open.

00:29:29.501 --> 00:29:31.467 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I will do it again
in City Hall.

00:29:31.467 --> 00:29:33.334 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
Transparency,
accountability,

00:29:33.334 --> 00:29:36.601 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
honest communications is
not too much to expect

00:29:36.601 --> 00:29:38.968 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
from our elected
officials.

00:29:38.968 --> 00:29:41.100 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
Serving you, the voter,
is exactly what

00:29:41.100 --> 00:29:42.934 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I will continue
to do.

00:29:42.934 --> 00:29:44.834 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I'm running because
experience, service,

00:29:44.834 --> 00:29:47.501 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
maturity,
and collaboration
matters.

00:29:47.501 --> 00:29:50.200 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
I'm not in this
to move up to
higher office.

00:29:50.200 --> 00:29:52.133 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I'm doing this because
I love the city

00:29:52.133 --> 00:29:53.801 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
where I raised
my family.

00:29:53.801 --> 00:29:56.033 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I want you to be
healthy and safe.

00:29:56.033 --> 00:29:58.734 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
You deserve to live
and work in the city

00:29:58.734 --> 00:30:00.267 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and earn
a livable wage

00:30:00.267 --> 00:30:01.934 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and send
your children

00:30:01.934 --> 00:30:03.934 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
to the highest quality
public schools.

00:30:03.934 --> 00:30:06.968 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
We need a Seattle
that works
for everyone.

00:30:06.968 --> 00:30:09.133 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
I'll work hard
on replacing
the Magnolia Bridge

00:30:09.133 --> 00:30:11.033 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and reducing
property crime.

00:30:11.033 --> 00:30:12.334 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
We all know
the issues --

00:30:12.334 --> 00:30:15.067 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
homelessness,
affordability,
public safety.

00:30:15.067 --> 00:30:16.767 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
You deserve a mature
and experienced

00:30:16.767 --> 00:30:18.901 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
council member who can
who can follow through

00:30:18.901 --> 00:30:21.901 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
on our district
and city's priorities.

00:30:21.901 --> 00:30:23.601 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I am the candidate
with the experience,

00:30:23.601 --> 00:30:25.133 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
proven leadership,

00:30:25.133 --> 00:30:26.300 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
established
relationships,

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and common-sense
solutions

00:30:27.601 --> 00:30:29.701 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
that can get to work
on day one.

00:30:29.701 --> 00:30:31.968 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
I'd appreciate
your vote.
Thank you.

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Announcer: Seattle
School District number 1,

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also known as
the Seattle School Board.

00:30:40.100 --> 00:30:42.467 align:middle line:87% position:50% size:90%
The Seattle School Board
adopts and purviews

00:30:42.467 --> 00:30:46.000 align:middle line:87% position:50% size:90%
the academic, financial,
and operational policies

00:30:46.000 --> 00:30:48.267 align:middle line:87% position:50% size:90%
that govern Seattle
public schools.

00:30:48.267 --> 00:30:49.968 align:middle line:93% position:50% size:90%
They also hire and evaluate

00:30:49.968 --> 00:30:52.834 align:middle line:87% position:50% size:90%
the superintendent
of Seattle schools.

00:30:52.834 --> 00:30:55.968 align:middle line:87% position:50% size:90%
The school board is
comprised of seven directors.

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Each director serves
a four-year term.

00:30:59.133 --> 00:31:01.067 align:middle line:87% position:50% size:90%
In the November
general election,

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candidates for
director positions

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1, 2, 3, and 6
will be on the ballot.

00:31:06.701 --> 00:31:08.734 align:middle line:87% position:50% size:90%
All Seattle voters
will have the chance

00:31:08.734 --> 00:31:11.834 align:middle line:87% position:50% size:90%
to vote for each of the four
board positions.

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♪♪

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Hi. I'm Liza Rankin,
and I'm running

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for Seattle School
Board Director
in District 1,

00:31:25.868 --> 00:31:27.934 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
because every child
deserves
a welcoming

00:31:27.934 --> 00:31:29.334 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and safe school
that values

00:31:29.334 --> 00:31:31.634 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
and honors them
and their
families.

00:31:31.634 --> 00:31:34.467 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
As a board director
of the Wedgwood
Elementary PTA,

00:31:34.467 --> 00:31:36.267 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
Seattle Council
PTSA,

00:31:36.267 --> 00:31:38.801 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
and Sand Point Arts
and Cultural
Exchange,

00:31:38.801 --> 00:31:40.434 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I've been getting
things done for

00:31:40.434 --> 00:31:42.334 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
Seattle's kids for
nearly a decade.

00:31:42.334 --> 00:31:43.868 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I have fought for
stable funding

00:31:43.868 --> 00:31:46.367 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
for special education
and family support
workers,

00:31:46.367 --> 00:31:48.067 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
for safe
and healthy
bell times,

00:31:48.067 --> 00:31:49.267 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and I've supported
student

00:31:49.267 --> 00:31:50.667 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and educator-led
efforts like

00:31:50.667 --> 00:31:53.167 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
Black Lives Matter
at School and
Ethnic Studies.

00:31:53.167 --> 00:31:55.234 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
I'm running
to continue
this service

00:31:55.234 --> 00:31:56.868 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and to improve
experiences

00:31:56.868 --> 00:31:58.100 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and outcomes
for all students,

00:31:58.100 --> 00:31:59.801 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
ensuring that they
graduate prepared

00:31:59.801 --> 00:32:02.334 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
for career,
college,
or community.

00:32:02.334 --> 00:32:04.200 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
As your
School Board
Director,

00:32:04.200 --> 00:32:05.801 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I will narrow the
opportunity gap

00:32:05.801 --> 00:32:08.501 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
by championing
early learning
programs,

00:32:08.501 --> 00:32:10.534 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
working to hire
and retain
educators

00:32:10.534 --> 00:32:12.200 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
that reflect
the racial
and cultural

00:32:12.200 --> 00:32:14.133 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
diversity of
our student
population,

00:32:14.133 --> 00:32:16.667 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
by securing
adequate funding
for the arts,

00:32:16.667 --> 00:32:20.100 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
and by creating
welcoming
and safe

00:32:20.100 --> 00:32:21.467 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
school environments
that support

00:32:21.467 --> 00:32:23.000 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
equitable
family engagement

00:32:23.000 --> 00:32:25.400 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
before, during,
and after school.

00:32:25.400 --> 00:32:27.100 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
I will work
with district
leadership,

00:32:27.100 --> 00:32:28.234 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
staff,
and families

00:32:28.234 --> 00:32:29.367 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
to break down
walls between

00:32:29.367 --> 00:32:31.033 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
central offices
and schools,

00:32:31.033 --> 00:32:32.934 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
and I will hold
the district
accountable

00:32:32.934 --> 00:32:34.567 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
to their new
Strategic Plan

00:32:34.567 --> 00:32:36.667 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
by prioritizing
curriculum
adoption

00:32:36.667 --> 00:32:39.033 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
that empowers
students
and educators,

00:32:39.033 --> 00:32:41.067 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
and by requiring
professional
development

00:32:41.067 --> 00:32:42.934 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
for staff
and administration
related to

00:32:42.934 --> 00:32:45.033 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
anti-racism,
cultural
competency,

00:32:45.033 --> 00:32:47.400 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
and learning
disabilities
and differences.

00:32:47.400 --> 00:32:49.501 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I'm ready to bring
my knowledge,

00:32:49.501 --> 00:32:51.367 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
experience,
and community
connections

00:32:51.367 --> 00:32:53.467 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
to the next level
to work for every
student

00:32:53.467 --> 00:32:54.767 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
to meet their
full potential

00:32:54.767 --> 00:32:56.834 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
through a quality
public education.

00:32:56.834 --> 00:32:58.200 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I'm proud to be
endorsed by

00:32:58.200 --> 00:33:00.167 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
the Seattle
Education
Association,

00:33:00.167 --> 00:33:01.467 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
<i>The Stranger,</i>

00:33:01.467 --> 00:33:03.167 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
The Alliance
for Gun
Responsibility,

00:33:03.167 --> 00:33:04.467 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
current school
board directors

00:33:04.467 --> 00:33:05.667 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and state
legislators,

00:33:05.667 --> 00:33:06.968 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
and leaders
from school
communities

00:33:06.968 --> 00:33:08.634 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
all across
Seattle.

00:33:08.634 --> 00:33:10.801 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
Together, we can
create a school
district

00:33:10.801 --> 00:33:12.801 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
that is responsive
and inclusive

00:33:12.801 --> 00:33:15.033 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
and gives our students
what they need
to thrive.

00:33:15.033 --> 00:33:17.367 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
And I'd be honored
to have your
vote in November.

00:33:17.367 --> 00:33:18.901 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
Thank you
for your support.

00:33:20.133 --> 00:33:21.701 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
Hello,
I'm Eric Blumhagen,

00:33:21.701 --> 00:33:24.300 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
your candidate for
School Board
District 1.

00:33:24.300 --> 00:33:26.934 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
I've had children in
Seattle Schools
for 16 years.

00:33:26.934 --> 00:33:29.000 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
A decade ago,
I started
speaking up

00:33:29.000 --> 00:33:30.300 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
at the district
level

00:33:30.300 --> 00:33:31.901 align:middle line:80% position:72% size:90%
to fight against
ill-advised school
closures

00:33:31.901 --> 00:33:35.000 align:middle line:80% position:72% size:90%
that cost
the district
over $60 million.

00:33:35.000 --> 00:33:36.934 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
Since then,
I've served on
PTA boards

00:33:36.934 --> 00:33:38.767 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
and district-wide
advisory
committees,

00:33:38.767 --> 00:33:40.467 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
advocating
for all students

00:33:40.467 --> 00:33:42.400 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
on issues from
assignment area
boundaries

00:33:42.400 --> 00:33:45.200 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
to stable funding
for strong
academic programs

00:33:45.200 --> 00:33:47.701 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
at Rainier Beach
and Chief Sealth
High Schools.

00:33:47.701 --> 00:33:49.901 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
I'm also proud to
have been part
of the team

00:33:49.901 --> 00:33:51.234 align:middle line:87% position:72% size:90%
that brought later
start times to

00:33:51.234 --> 00:33:53.234 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
Seattle's middle
and high schools.

00:33:53.234 --> 00:33:54.534 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
Because
of that change,

00:33:54.534 --> 00:33:55.834 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
students get
more sleep,

00:33:55.834 --> 00:33:57.000 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
have better
attendance,

00:33:57.000 --> 00:33:59.234 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and earn
higher grades.

00:33:59.234 --> 00:34:01.434 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
The school board
creates policies
based on

00:34:01.434 --> 00:34:03.100 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
voters'
progressive
ideals,

00:34:03.100 --> 00:34:04.601 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
from community
engagement

00:34:04.601 --> 00:34:06.667 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
to inclusive
special education
services

00:34:06.667 --> 00:34:08.400 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
to racial equity.

00:34:08.400 --> 00:34:09.701 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I have the
experience

00:34:09.701 --> 00:34:10.834 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
to hold
the district
accountable.

00:34:10.834 --> 00:34:12.100 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
We can deliver
results

00:34:12.100 --> 00:34:13.734 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
that match
our ideals.

00:34:13.734 --> 00:34:16.300 align:middle line:87% position:72% size:90%
With your vote,
I'll prioritize --

00:34:16.300 --> 00:34:18.100 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
Equity -- Seattle
students face

00:34:18.100 --> 00:34:20.000 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
an unacceptable
opportunity gap.

00:34:20.000 --> 00:34:22.300 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
We can do better,
with sustained
investments

00:34:22.300 --> 00:34:24.000 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
in restorative
justice programs,

00:34:24.000 --> 00:34:25.701 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
culturally
responsive
curricula,

00:34:25.701 --> 00:34:28.367 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
and de-escalation
training for
school staff.

00:34:28.367 --> 00:34:30.367 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
Responsible
investments --

00:34:30.367 --> 00:34:31.801 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
We must direct
our resources

00:34:31.801 --> 00:34:33.234 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
where they'll do
the most good --

00:34:33.234 --> 00:34:35.133 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
in the school
and in the
classroom.

00:34:35.133 --> 00:34:37.033 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
We need more
teachers,
librarians,

00:34:37.033 --> 00:34:40.133 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
counselors,
and special
education staff.

00:34:40.133 --> 00:34:41.834 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
And finally,
the skilled
trades --

00:34:41.834 --> 00:34:43.667 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
There are so many
opportunities
for students

00:34:43.667 --> 00:34:45.133 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
in the
skilled trades.

00:34:45.133 --> 00:34:46.400 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I will work to
improve access

00:34:46.400 --> 00:34:47.601 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
to hands-on
classes

00:34:47.601 --> 00:34:48.667 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
that prepare
students

00:34:48.667 --> 00:34:49.734 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
to enter
the workforce

00:34:49.734 --> 00:34:52.000 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
in these living
wage careers.

00:34:52.000 --> 00:34:53.667 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
I am proud
to be endorsed
by leaders

00:34:53.667 --> 00:34:55.601 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
including former
School Board
Presidents

00:34:55.601 --> 00:34:57.934 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
Betty Patu
and Sue Peters,

00:34:57.934 --> 00:34:59.534 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
Representative
Gael Tarleton,

00:34:59.534 --> 00:35:00.968 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and organizations
such as

00:35:00.968 --> 00:35:02.400 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
the King County
Democrats,

00:35:02.400 --> 00:35:04.167 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
Laborers Local 242,

00:35:04.167 --> 00:35:07.167 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
and Operating
Engineers
Local 609.

00:35:07.167 --> 00:35:08.934 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
With your support,
we can improve

00:35:08.934 --> 00:35:11.367 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
Seattle
Public Schools
for all students.

00:35:11.367 --> 00:35:12.634 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
Thank you for your vote.

00:35:14.801 --> 00:35:19.734 align:middle line:93% position:50% size:90%
♪♪

00:35:24.467 --> 00:35:26.434 align:middle line:87% position:72% size:90%
Hi, I'm
Lisa Rivera Smith,

00:35:26.434 --> 00:35:28.534 align:middle line:80% position:72% size:90%
a proud
Mexican-American
mother of three,

00:35:28.534 --> 00:35:30.000 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and I am running
to be your next

00:35:30.000 --> 00:35:31.400 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
Seattle School
Board Director,

00:35:31.400 --> 00:35:33.234 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
representing
District 2.

00:35:33.234 --> 00:35:34.801 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
Let's start where
we all agree --

00:35:34.801 --> 00:35:36.434 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
Seattle school kids
deserve the best.

00:35:36.434 --> 00:35:37.834 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
Yet time
after time,

00:35:37.834 --> 00:35:38.934 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
funding
falls short,

00:35:38.934 --> 00:35:40.200 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
voices
are left out,

00:35:40.200 --> 00:35:41.868 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and inequities
continue.

00:35:41.868 --> 00:35:44.100 align:middle line:80% position:72% size:90%
Seattle Public
Schools must rise
to the challenge

00:35:44.100 --> 00:35:46.601 align:middle line:80% position:72% size:90%
and provide
a great education
for every student.

00:35:46.601 --> 00:35:48.634 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
As a proven leader
and problem
solver,

00:35:48.634 --> 00:35:50.067 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
I'm not afraid to
face these
challenges

00:35:50.067 --> 00:35:51.501 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
head on,
seeking solutions

00:35:51.501 --> 00:35:53.200 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
from every
corner.

00:35:53.200 --> 00:35:55.334 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
No stranger to
advocacy
and activism,

00:35:55.334 --> 00:35:56.367 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I've been a
staunch supporter

00:35:56.367 --> 00:35:57.467 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
of our students,
staff,

00:35:57.467 --> 00:35:59.100 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and communities
for years.

00:35:59.100 --> 00:36:01.934 align:middle line:80% position:72% size:90%
I proudly marched
with our striking
teachers in 2015,

00:36:01.934 --> 00:36:04.901 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
fresh into my
first days as a
PTSA president.

00:36:04.901 --> 00:36:06.267 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I worked weekly
with students

00:36:06.267 --> 00:36:07.400 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
at Hamilton
Middle School

00:36:07.400 --> 00:36:09.033 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
as their
Green Team
advisor.

00:36:09.033 --> 00:36:10.133 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I stepped up
to establish

00:36:10.133 --> 00:36:11.801 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
the Lincoln
High School PTSA,

00:36:11.801 --> 00:36:13.467 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
bringing together
a coalition
of parents,

00:36:13.467 --> 00:36:14.968 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
students,
and teachers.

00:36:14.968 --> 00:36:16.267 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
I engaged with
diverse
communities

00:36:16.267 --> 00:36:18.234 align:middle line:80% position:72% size:90%
for almost
a decade as a
MathFest volunteer

00:36:18.234 --> 00:36:20.067 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
at Rainier
Community Center,

00:36:20.067 --> 00:36:21.267 align:middle line:87% position:72% size:90%
and I've traveled
to Olympia

00:36:21.267 --> 00:36:22.801 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
to speak
directly with
state legislators

00:36:22.801 --> 00:36:25.300 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
on behalf of
our struggling
families.

00:36:25.300 --> 00:36:26.467 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
And now,
I am honored

00:36:26.467 --> 00:36:27.634 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
to be the sole
candidate

00:36:27.634 --> 00:36:29.334 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
for Seattle
School Board,
Position 2.

00:36:29.334 --> 00:36:30.501 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I will be
a board member

00:36:30.501 --> 00:36:31.834 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
who focuses
on listening,

00:36:31.834 --> 00:36:33.901 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
learning,
and leading
with integrity.

00:36:33.901 --> 00:36:35.634 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
As a former
newspaper
reporter,

00:36:35.634 --> 00:36:37.100 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
it was my job
to be curious

00:36:37.100 --> 00:36:38.567 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and seek out
information,

00:36:38.567 --> 00:36:41.000 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
skills that I will
apply to all of
my interactions

00:36:41.000 --> 00:36:43.133 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
with families,
educators,
and staff.

00:36:43.133 --> 00:36:45.067 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I will amplify
community voices,

00:36:45.067 --> 00:36:46.901 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
while shining
a light on
the decisions

00:36:46.901 --> 00:36:49.634 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
and actions that come
out of district
headquarters.

00:36:49.634 --> 00:36:51.300 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I'm grateful for
the endorsements

00:36:51.300 --> 00:36:53.601 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
from the 36th,
43rd, and 46th

00:36:53.601 --> 00:36:55.100 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
District
Democrats,

00:36:55.100 --> 00:36:56.701 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
as well as current
School Board
Directors

00:36:56.701 --> 00:36:58.334 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
Leslie Harris,
Scott Pinkham,

00:36:58.334 --> 00:37:00.133 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
Rick Burke,
and Eden Mack.

00:37:00.133 --> 00:37:01.701 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
They endorse me
because they know

00:37:01.701 --> 00:37:03.467 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I'm a dedicated
public servant

00:37:03.467 --> 00:37:05.133 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
who will raise
the voices of
our diverse

00:37:05.133 --> 00:37:06.901 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and underserved
populations.

00:37:06.901 --> 00:37:08.234 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
There's work
to be done,

00:37:08.234 --> 00:37:09.801 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and we will do
it together.

00:37:09.801 --> 00:37:11.834 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
Again, I am
Lisa Rivera Smith,

00:37:11.834 --> 00:37:12.934 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and I look forward
to serving

00:37:12.934 --> 00:37:14.267 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
the students
of this great city

00:37:14.267 --> 00:37:15.601 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
on the Seattle School Board.

00:37:17.601 --> 00:37:24.634 align:middle line:93% position:50% size:90%
♪♪

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Hi, there.

00:37:27.834 --> 00:37:29.000 align:middle line:87% position:78% size:90%
My name is
Chandra Hampson,

00:37:29.000 --> 00:37:30.200 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
and I'm running

00:37:30.200 --> 00:37:31.467 align:middle line:80% position:75% size:90%
to be your
next school
board member.

00:37:31.467 --> 00:37:32.934 align:middle line:80% position:78% size:90%
I'm running
because
our children

00:37:32.934 --> 00:37:35.000 align:middle line:80% position:78% size:90%
deserve a
transformative
education.

00:37:35.000 --> 00:37:36.200 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
I began
advocating

00:37:36.200 --> 00:37:37.434 align:middle line:87% position:78% size:90%
in our schools
six years ago,

00:37:37.434 --> 00:37:38.634 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
when
my own children

00:37:38.634 --> 00:37:40.267 align:middle line:80% position:75% size:90%
started
attending
public schools.

00:37:40.267 --> 00:37:41.400 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
Seattle is
a world-class city

00:37:41.400 --> 00:37:42.734 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
that has
the potential to be

00:37:42.734 --> 00:37:44.567 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
a national leader
in education.

00:37:44.567 --> 00:37:45.767 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
However, like
every parent,

00:37:45.767 --> 00:37:46.801 align:middle line:93% position:75% size:90%
I've noticed

00:37:46.801 --> 00:37:48.067 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
the many
difficulties.

00:37:48.067 --> 00:37:49.133 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
Seattle
public schools

00:37:49.133 --> 00:37:50.200 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
face major
challenges

00:37:50.200 --> 00:37:51.868 align:middle line:87% position:78% size:90%
around equity,
family engagement,

00:37:51.868 --> 00:37:53.667 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
and fiscal
transparency.

00:37:53.667 --> 00:37:55.267 align:middle line:80% position:75% size:90%
You've
probably heard
the big debates

00:37:55.267 --> 00:37:56.367 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
over our
priorities

00:37:56.367 --> 00:37:57.634 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
for Seattle
public schools.

00:37:57.634 --> 00:37:58.767 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
Some argue
we should focus

00:37:58.767 --> 00:37:59.767 align:middle line:93% position:72% size:90%
on making Seattle

00:37:59.767 --> 00:38:00.934 align:middle line:87% position:78% size:90%
an innovative
district

00:38:00.934 --> 00:38:02.067 align:middle line:87% position:78% size:90%
that tackles
social inequity

00:38:02.067 --> 00:38:03.067 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and
develops programs

00:38:03.067 --> 00:38:04.200 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
that prepare our kids

00:38:04.200 --> 00:38:06.133 align:middle line:80% position:75% size:90%
for an
increasingly
global world.

00:38:06.133 --> 00:38:07.167 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
Others say that
we should focus

00:38:07.167 --> 00:38:08.534 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
on the
fundamentals,

00:38:08.534 --> 00:38:09.734 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
a well-run
school district

00:38:09.734 --> 00:38:11.200 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
that provides
a safe,

00:38:11.200 --> 00:38:12.801 align:middle line:87% position:72% size:90%
stable learning
environment.

00:38:12.801 --> 00:38:14.968 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
The truth is
we can do both.

00:38:14.968 --> 00:38:16.234 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
When we
address inequity,

00:38:16.234 --> 00:38:17.734 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
we work to
foster an environment

00:38:17.734 --> 00:38:18.734 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
that's safe
and stable

00:38:18.734 --> 00:38:20.067 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
for all students.

00:38:20.067 --> 00:38:21.133 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
And when
we focus on

00:38:21.133 --> 00:38:22.601 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
transparency
and accountability,

00:38:22.601 --> 00:38:23.667 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
we build
a culture

00:38:23.667 --> 00:38:24.834 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
that demands
results

00:38:24.834 --> 00:38:26.501 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
and puts
students first.

00:38:26.501 --> 00:38:27.567 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
To accomplish
our goals,

00:38:27.567 --> 00:38:28.567 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
we need
a school board

00:38:28.567 --> 00:38:30.033 align:middle line:87% position:72% size:90%
with the
right combination

00:38:30.033 --> 00:38:32.167 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
of passion
and experience.

00:38:32.167 --> 00:38:34.267 align:middle line:80% position:81% size:90%
As president
of the Seattle
Council PTSA,

00:38:34.267 --> 00:38:35.501 align:middle line:87% position:78% size:90%
I've led
groups of parents,

00:38:35.501 --> 00:38:36.567 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
community
stakeholders,

00:38:36.567 --> 00:38:37.934 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
and elected
officials,

00:38:37.934 --> 00:38:38.934 align:middle line:93% position:72% size:90%
protecting funding

00:38:38.934 --> 00:38:40.133 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and
delivering results

00:38:40.133 --> 00:38:41.234 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
for
Seattle students.

00:38:41.234 --> 00:38:42.234 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
I have an MBA from

00:38:42.234 --> 00:38:43.501 align:middle line:87% position:78% size:90%
the University
of Washington

00:38:43.501 --> 00:38:45.133 align:middle line:80% position:81% size:90%
and decades
of experience
in budgeting.

00:38:45.133 --> 00:38:46.133 align:middle line:93% position:78% size:90%
I've consulted

00:38:46.133 --> 00:38:47.133 align:middle line:87% position:72% size:90%
on many
educational issues,

00:38:47.133 --> 00:38:48.200 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
including
in and around

00:38:48.200 --> 00:38:49.334 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
marginalized
groups

00:38:49.334 --> 00:38:50.467 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
and,
as a proud

00:38:50.467 --> 00:38:51.534 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
Native
American parent,

00:38:51.534 --> 00:38:52.868 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
indigenous
populations.

00:38:52.868 --> 00:38:54.400 align:middle line:87% position:72% size:90%
I will be a strong
advocate for

00:38:54.400 --> 00:38:55.734 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
well-funded
public schools

00:38:55.734 --> 00:38:57.067 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
and equity
in education,

00:38:57.067 --> 00:38:58.701 align:middle line:80% position:75% size:90%
including
eliminating
disparities

00:38:58.701 --> 00:39:00.534 align:middle line:87% position:78% size:90%
around racial
and gender lines.

00:39:00.534 --> 00:39:01.701 align:middle line:93% position:75% size:90%
Through my work,

00:39:01.701 --> 00:39:03.167 align:middle line:80% position:81% size:90%
I'm proud to
have earned
the support of

00:39:03.167 --> 00:39:04.567 align:middle line:87% position:78% size:90%
Representative
Gerry Pollet,

00:39:04.567 --> 00:39:06.934 align:middle line:80% position:78% size:90%
former
Representative
Jessyn Farrell,

00:39:06.934 --> 00:39:08.133 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
the 46th
legislative

00:39:08.133 --> 00:39:09.200 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
district
Democrats,

00:39:09.200 --> 00:39:10.801 align:middle line:87% position:78% size:90%
Council Member
Debora Juarez,

00:39:10.801 --> 00:39:11.801 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
school board
members

00:39:11.801 --> 00:39:13.234 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
Jill Geary
and Zachary DeWolf,

00:39:13.234 --> 00:39:14.601 align:middle line:93% position:78% size:90%
and many more.

00:39:14.601 --> 00:39:15.968 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
If you're looking
for someone

00:39:15.968 --> 00:39:17.734 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
with a passion
for social justice

00:39:17.734 --> 00:39:19.133 align:middle line:80% position:75% size:90%
and the
experience to
get things done,

00:39:19.133 --> 00:39:20.367 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
my name is
Chandra Hampson.

00:39:20.367 --> 00:39:22.267 align:middle line:87% position:72% size:90%
I would be honored
to have your vote.

00:39:23.501 --> 00:39:25.067 align:middle line:87% position:81% size:90%
Hi. My name
is Rebeca Muñiz,

00:39:25.067 --> 00:39:26.367 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
and I'm
running to be

00:39:26.367 --> 00:39:27.601 align:middle line:80% position:75% size:90%
your next
Seattle school
board director,

00:39:27.601 --> 00:39:28.968 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
position 3.

00:39:28.968 --> 00:39:30.801 align:middle line:87% position:78% size:90%
I was raised
by my mother, Alma,

00:39:30.801 --> 00:39:32.400 align:middle line:87% position:78% size:90%
who immigrated
from Mexico.

00:39:32.400 --> 00:39:34.133 align:middle line:80% position:75% size:90%
I grew up
watching her
do whatever it took

00:39:34.133 --> 00:39:35.868 align:middle line:87% position:78% size:90%
to take care
of her family.

00:39:35.868 --> 00:39:36.934 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
I would
sit quietly

00:39:36.934 --> 00:39:38.567 align:middle line:87% position:78% size:90%
while watching
her clean offices,

00:39:38.567 --> 00:39:40.734 align:middle line:87% position:78% size:90%
vacuum floors,
empty trash bins,

00:39:40.734 --> 00:39:42.000 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
and Windex windows.

00:39:42.000 --> 00:39:43.100 align:middle line:80% position:72% size:90%
Dripping
in sweat,
she would

00:39:43.100 --> 00:39:44.601 align:middle line:87% position:72% size:90%
apologize
again and again,

00:39:44.601 --> 00:39:45.767 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
saying, "I'm sorry.

00:39:45.767 --> 00:39:47.601 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
Just one
more office."

00:39:47.601 --> 00:39:48.801 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
Throughout
the years,

00:39:48.801 --> 00:39:49.901 align:middle line:80% position:75% size:90%
her
encouragement
and determination

00:39:49.901 --> 00:39:51.434 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
helped me to
pursue an education

00:39:51.434 --> 00:39:53.100 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
and get a good job.

00:39:53.100 --> 00:39:54.234 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
My mentors
along the way

00:39:54.234 --> 00:39:55.634 align:middle line:87% position:78% size:90%
have shown me
that all it takes

00:39:55.634 --> 00:39:57.300 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
is one person
to believe

00:39:57.300 --> 00:39:58.834 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
and invest
in a child

00:39:58.834 --> 00:39:59.901 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
for them to
believe

00:39:59.901 --> 00:40:00.934 align:middle line:93% position:75% size:90%
in themselves.

00:40:00.934 --> 00:40:01.934 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
I graduated from

00:40:01.934 --> 00:40:02.968 align:middle line:87% position:78% size:90%
the University
of Washington

00:40:02.968 --> 00:40:04.200 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
with
a master's degree

00:40:04.200 --> 00:40:05.300 align:middle line:87% position:78% size:90%
in education
policy

00:40:05.300 --> 00:40:06.300 align:middle line:93% position:78% size:90%
and leadership.

00:40:06.300 --> 00:40:07.467 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
Now I'm
running to serve as

00:40:07.467 --> 00:40:08.834 align:middle line:87% position:72% size:90%
a Seattle
school board director

00:40:08.834 --> 00:40:10.367 align:middle line:87% position:72% size:90%
in order
to help more kids

00:40:10.367 --> 00:40:11.801 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
find their
own opportunity

00:40:11.801 --> 00:40:13.000 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
to a
brighter future.

00:40:13.000 --> 00:40:14.734 align:middle line:80% position:78% size:90%
I have three
things I care
about most.

00:40:14.734 --> 00:40:15.834 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
First,
transparency

00:40:15.834 --> 00:40:16.934 align:middle line:87% position:78% size:90%
and
accountability.

00:40:16.934 --> 00:40:17.934 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
I want to lead

00:40:17.934 --> 00:40:19.033 align:middle line:87% position:72% size:90%
with the
community behind me,

00:40:19.033 --> 00:40:20.467 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
not the
other way around.

00:40:20.467 --> 00:40:21.567 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
This means
I will commit

00:40:21.567 --> 00:40:22.567 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
to weekly
office hours

00:40:22.567 --> 00:40:23.968 align:middle line:87% position:78% size:90%
at accessible
locations

00:40:23.968 --> 00:40:25.834 align:middle line:87% position:72% size:90%
but also
being transparent

00:40:25.834 --> 00:40:27.033 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
about our budget.

00:40:27.033 --> 00:40:28.534 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
Second,
I want to increase

00:40:28.534 --> 00:40:30.234 align:middle line:87% position:78% size:90%
opportunities
for all students.

00:40:30.234 --> 00:40:31.834 align:middle line:87% position:78% size:90%
I will fight
for a greater focus

00:40:31.834 --> 00:40:33.334 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
on racial
equity and inclusion

00:40:33.334 --> 00:40:35.167 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
in all levels
of the school board.

00:40:35.167 --> 00:40:36.267 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
We need
to address

00:40:36.267 --> 00:40:37.934 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
the specific
needs of students,

00:40:37.934 --> 00:40:39.267 align:middle line:87% position:78% size:90%
from providing
ethnic studies

00:40:39.267 --> 00:40:40.767 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
to increasing
girls' participation

00:40:40.767 --> 00:40:41.834 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
in STEM activities

00:40:41.834 --> 00:40:43.033 align:middle line:80% position:75% size:90%
to
after-school
opportunities

00:40:43.033 --> 00:40:44.534 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
that serve
low-income students,

00:40:44.534 --> 00:40:45.567 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
queer
students,

00:40:45.567 --> 00:40:46.801 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
and students
of color.

00:40:46.801 --> 00:40:48.334 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
Third,
student stability.

00:40:48.334 --> 00:40:49.534 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
We need
to increase

00:40:49.534 --> 00:40:51.200 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
wraparound
services for students

00:40:51.200 --> 00:40:52.968 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
experiencing
housing instability.

00:40:52.968 --> 00:40:54.067 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
There should be

00:40:54.067 --> 00:40:55.167 align:middle line:80% position:75% size:90%
a family
engagement
professional

00:40:55.167 --> 00:40:56.334 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
at every
school.

00:40:56.334 --> 00:40:58.167 align:middle line:87% position:78% size:90%
We also need
to review and reform

00:40:58.167 --> 00:40:59.567 align:middle line:80% position:78% size:90%
current
disciplinary
practices

00:40:59.567 --> 00:41:00.901 align:middle line:87% position:72% size:90%
that harm
students of color

00:41:00.901 --> 00:41:02.400 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
at higher rates.

00:41:02.400 --> 00:41:04.434 align:middle line:80% position:75% size:90%
I am so grateful
for the
community leaders

00:41:04.434 --> 00:41:05.567 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and
organizations

00:41:05.567 --> 00:41:06.801 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
who endorse
my vision,

00:41:06.801 --> 00:41:08.434 align:middle line:80% position:78% size:90%
including
school board
directors

00:41:08.434 --> 00:41:10.133 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
Eden Mack
and Scott Pinkham,

00:41:10.133 --> 00:41:11.400 align:middle line:87% position:78% size:90%
Council Member
Lorena González,

00:41:11.400 --> 00:41:12.901 align:middle line:87% position:78% size:90%
State Senators
Joe Nguyen

00:41:12.901 --> 00:41:14.234 align:middle line:93% position:78% size:90%
and Bob Hasegawa,

00:41:14.234 --> 00:41:15.801 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and the
46th Democrats.

00:41:15.801 --> 00:41:17.067 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
Thank you
for engaging,

00:41:17.067 --> 00:41:18.501 align:middle line:80% position:78% size:90%
and I hope to
have your vote
August 6th.

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Again, my name
is Rebeca Muñiz,

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and I'm running for

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Seattle school
board position 3.

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♪♪

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Hi.
I'm Leslie Harris.

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I'm your Seattle
School Board
President.

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I've served
two terms

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and four years on
the executive
committee,

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and I am running
for re-election,

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position number
6,

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which is
West Seattle
and South Park.

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In the general
election,

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the entire city
votes.

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I've made myself
available
and accountable

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for the entire
city,

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and we have done
some very heavy lifts

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in the last four
years.

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I believe we've
made more progress

00:41:59.868 --> 00:42:01.367 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
in the last
four years

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than in several
years prior to
that time.

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We've put in more
curriculum,

00:42:07.267 --> 00:42:10.167 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
we've doubled down
on race and
equity training,

00:42:10.167 --> 00:42:13.133 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
we've doubled down
on social emotional
learning.

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And we've
signed a historic

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memorandum
of understanding

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with the city
of Seattle

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so that we are
collaborating

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for your tax
dollars at work.

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We appreciate those
tax dollars.

00:42:24.334 --> 00:42:26.267 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
We passed
the BEX V Levy

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and the operations
levy in February,

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and we gave
double the points

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to high needs schools

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for maintenance,
etcetera.

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We are building
our way out

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of a maintenance
backlog of
30 years.

00:42:40.234 --> 00:42:42.934 align:middle line:80% position:69% size:90%
We're doing a better
job of compensating
our teachers.

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We're doing
a better job

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of collaborating
with other
entities,

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parents,
and others.

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Are we there yet?
No. We're truly not,

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but we're
working hard every
day to do so.

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For trust,
transparency,
and equity,

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what I ran on
in 2015,

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we're doing
a good job.

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Next year's board
will have several
new members.

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My experience
will assist

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coming up
to speed quickly

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and to making things
better for
everyone.

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It's an honor,
it's a privilege,

00:43:11.400 --> 00:43:13.534 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and it is not
a thankless job.

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Seeing our students
succeed

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over sometimes
extraordinary
odds

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is thanks enough.

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I would appreciate
your vote.

00:43:23.434 --> 00:43:24.767 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
For my
endorsements,

00:43:24.767 --> 00:43:27.434 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
Harrisforschoolboard.com.

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Thank you.

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Hi. My name
is Molly Mitchell,

00:43:31.534 --> 00:43:32.634 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
and
I'm running for

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Seattle School
Board Director

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to ensure
that every student

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has a pathway
to success.

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I want to
ensure all voices

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in our school
district are heard,

00:43:40.100 --> 00:43:41.634 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
that you have
a seat at the table,

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and that
your concerns

00:43:42.701 --> 00:43:43.834 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
and needs
are addressed.

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Our schools
can do more to serve

00:43:45.367 --> 00:43:46.801 align:middle line:87% position:72% size:90%
the needs
of diverse students

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and families
in our city.

00:43:48.267 --> 00:43:50.033 align:middle line:87% position:78% size:90%
In my 20-year
career in education,

00:43:50.033 --> 00:43:51.033 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
the core
of my work

00:43:51.033 --> 00:43:52.267 align:middle line:87% position:72% size:90%
has been
centering equity

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and social justice.

00:43:53.701 --> 00:43:54.868 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
This year,
I was honored

00:43:54.868 --> 00:43:55.868 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
to be recognized

00:43:55.868 --> 00:43:57.367 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
for my
commitment to equity

00:43:57.367 --> 00:43:59.234 align:middle line:80% position:78% size:90%
when I
received the
Equity Award

00:43:59.234 --> 00:44:00.501 align:middle line:87% position:72% size:90%
from the
Washington State

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Association
of College Trustees.

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As the Director

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of Student
Support Programs

00:44:04.901 --> 00:44:06.434 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
at Seattle
Central College,

00:44:06.434 --> 00:44:08.167 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
I am focused
on serving students

00:44:08.167 --> 00:44:09.234 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
with the
highest barriers

00:44:09.234 --> 00:44:10.267 align:middle line:93% position:75% size:90%
to completion

00:44:10.267 --> 00:44:11.701 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
and students
furthest from justice

00:44:11.701 --> 00:44:13.400 align:middle line:80% position:78% size:90%
throughout
their entire
education,

00:44:13.400 --> 00:44:15.501 align:middle line:80% position:75% size:90%
including
their lived
experiences

00:44:15.501 --> 00:44:17.234 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
outside
the classroom.

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I am
passionate about

00:44:18.367 --> 00:44:20.033 align:middle line:80% position:78% size:90%
expanding
educational
opportunities

00:44:20.033 --> 00:44:22.133 align:middle line:80% position:78% size:90%
inside
Washington
state prisons.

00:44:22.133 --> 00:44:23.934 align:middle line:87% position:78% size:90%
Additionally,
I oversee support

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for student parents,

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student veterans,

00:44:26.467 --> 00:44:28.934 align:middle line:80% position:75% size:90%
and those
facing food
insecurity.

00:44:28.934 --> 00:44:30.033 align:middle line:87% position:69% size:90%
For all
students to succeed,

00:44:30.033 --> 00:44:31.534 align:middle line:87% position:78% size:90%
we must create
learning environments

00:44:31.534 --> 00:44:32.801 align:middle line:87% position:81% size:90%
that are safe,
welcoming,

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and inclusive
for all.

00:44:33.934 --> 00:44:35.033 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
When every
student

00:44:35.033 --> 00:44:36.033 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
is included
and engaged

00:44:36.033 --> 00:44:37.200 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
in their
learning environment,

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all students benefit.

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As a mom and a
community organizer,

00:44:41.267 --> 00:44:42.434 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
I believe
solutions

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are most effective

00:44:43.534 --> 00:44:45.334 align:middle line:80% position:75% size:90%
when they
engage all
stakeholders

00:44:45.334 --> 00:44:47.033 align:middle line:80% position:78% size:90%
and are
accountable to
the community,

00:44:47.033 --> 00:44:48.467 align:middle line:80% position:78% size:90%
which is why
current school
board director

00:44:48.467 --> 00:44:51.501 align:middle line:87% position:78% size:90%
Jill Geary has
endorsed my campaign.

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The school board
can do better

00:44:53.067 --> 00:44:54.601 align:middle line:87% position:78% size:90%
to collaborate
with families,

00:44:54.601 --> 00:44:55.601 align:middle line:93% position:75% size:90%
educators,

00:44:55.601 --> 00:44:56.701 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
community
organizations,

00:44:56.701 --> 00:44:57.834 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
and local agencies

00:44:57.834 --> 00:44:59.667 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
to generate
policies that support

00:44:59.667 --> 00:45:00.767 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
every
student's

00:45:00.767 --> 00:45:02.033 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
educational
success.

00:45:02.033 --> 00:45:03.667 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
I pledge to
represent your voice

00:45:03.667 --> 00:45:04.968 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
and to work
for high-quality

00:45:04.968 --> 00:45:07.200 align:middle line:87% position:78% size:90%
education for
all students.

00:45:07.200 --> 00:45:08.267 align:middle line:87% position:72% size:90%
My name
is Molly Mitchell,

00:45:08.267 --> 00:45:09.367 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
and I would
be honored

00:45:09.367 --> 00:45:10.400 align:middle line:93% position:69% size:90%
to earn your vote

00:45:10.400 --> 00:45:11.868 align:middle line:87% position:75% size:90%
for Seattle
School Board.

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You have just seen
the video statements

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submitted by candidates

00:45:18.067 --> 00:45:21.634 align:middle line:87% position:50% size:90%
running for each of the seven
Seattle City Council positions,

00:45:21.634 --> 00:45:25.200 align:middle line:87% position:50% size:90%
and the four Seattle
School Board director seats.

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Ballots will be mailed

00:45:26.367 --> 00:45:27.701 align:middle line:93% position:50% size:90%
to all registered voters

00:45:27.701 --> 00:45:29.534 align:middle line:93% position:50% size:90%
on October 16th.

00:45:29.534 --> 00:45:31.868 align:middle line:87% position:50% size:90%
For questions regarding
voter registration

00:45:31.868 --> 00:45:33.167 align:middle line:93% position:50% size:90%
or your ballot,

00:45:33.167 --> 00:45:35.467 align:middle line:87% position:50% size:90%
visit the King County
Election website

00:45:35.467 --> 00:45:40.334 align:middle line:93% position:50% size:90%
at www.kingcounty.gov/elections.

00:45:40.334 --> 00:45:45.701 align:middle line:93% position:50% size:90%
Or call (206) 296-VOTE.

00:45:45.701 --> 00:45:47.467 align:middle line:93% position:50% size:90%
All ballots must be returned

00:45:47.467 --> 00:45:49.667 align:middle line:93% position:50% size:90%
on or before November 5th.

00:45:49.667 --> 00:45:51.100 align:middle line:93% position:50% size:90%
You can return your ballot

00:45:51.100 --> 00:45:54.234 align:middle line:87% position:50% size:90%
to a ballot drop box --
no stamp required.

00:45:54.234 --> 00:45:56.067 align:middle line:93% position:50% size:90%
Ballots returned to a drop box

00:45:56.067 --> 00:45:58.901 align:middle line:87% position:50% size:90%
must be delivered by
8:00 p.m. Election Day,

00:45:58.901 --> 00:46:00.601 align:middle line:93% position:50% size:90%
November 5th.

00:46:00.601 --> 00:46:03.234 align:middle line:87% position:50% size:90%
Or you can return
your ballot by mail.

00:46:03.234 --> 00:46:04.634 align:middle line:93% position:50% size:90%
You do not need a stamp

00:46:04.634 --> 00:46:06.634 align:middle line:93% position:50% size:90%
to return your ballot by mail.

00:46:06.634 --> 00:46:08.834 align:middle line:87% position:50% size:90%
Just drop your completed
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00:46:08.834 --> 00:46:11.467 align:middle line:93% position:50% size:90%
in a USPS mailbox.

00:46:11.467 --> 00:46:14.934 align:middle line:87% position:50% size:90%
It must be postmarked
by Election Day, November 5th.

00:46:14.934 --> 00:46:17.868 align:middle line:87% position:50% size:90%
We recommend mailing
your ballot by November 1st

00:46:17.868 --> 00:46:21.000 align:middle line:87% position:50% size:90%
to make sure it gets
postmarked in time.

00:46:21.000 --> 00:46:23.267 align:middle line:93% position:50% size:90%
Or you can go to a vote center.

00:46:23.267 --> 00:46:26.167 align:middle line:87% position:50% size:90%
King County vote centers
are available to voters

00:46:26.167 --> 00:46:28.634 align:middle line:87% position:50% size:90%
who need assistance
completing their ballot.

00:46:28.634 --> 00:46:31.000 align:middle line:87% position:50% size:90%
Trained staff
and specialized equipment

00:46:31.000 --> 00:46:33.534 align:middle line:87% position:50% size:90%
are available to help voters
with disabilities

00:46:33.534 --> 00:46:36.367 align:middle line:87% position:50% size:90%
cast a private,
independent ballot.

00:46:36.367 --> 00:46:38.667 align:middle line:87% position:50% size:90%
To find a vote center
or a drop box

00:46:38.667 --> 00:46:42.601 align:middle line:87% position:50% size:90%
in King County, visit the
King County elections website

00:46:42.601 --> 00:46:47.367 align:middle line:93% position:50% size:90%
at www.kingcounty.gov/elections.

00:46:47.367 --> 00:46:52.100 align:middle line:93% position:50% size:90%
Or call (206) 296-VOTE.

00:46:52.100 --> 00:46:54.200 align:middle line:93% position:50% size:90%
Thanks for joining us.

00:46:54.200 --> 00:46:56.133 align:middle line:93% position:50% size:90%
This program is a collaboration

00:46:56.133 --> 00:46:58.400 align:middle line:87% position:50% size:90%
of the Seattle Ethics &
Elections Commission,

00:46:58.400 --> 00:46:59.968 align:middle line:93% position:50% size:90%
the Seattle Channel,

00:46:59.968 --> 00:47:02.901 align:middle line:93% position:50% size:90%
and King County TV.

00:47:02.901 --> 00:47:04.200 align:middle line:93% position:50% size:90%
We'd like to hear from you

00:47:04.200 --> 00:47:06.234 align:middle line:93% position:50% size:90%
about the Video Voters' Guide.

00:47:06.234 --> 00:47:07.834 align:middle line:93% position:50% size:90%
To comment on this guide,

00:47:07.834 --> 00:47:12.968 align:middle line:93% position:50% size:90%
please call (206) 684-8500.