My name is Dr. Bliss.
As your mayor, I will act
with vision, courage, and compassion.
I've spent my career as a medical leader
developing sustainable systems
that provide compassionate care for all.
As a leader, I understand
the core values of civil rights
and police accountability
can never be safely negotiated away.
In 2019, the Ninth Circuit Court
ruled that charging a person with vagrancy
when they have nowhere else to go
is cruel and unusual punishment
and a violation of their civil rights.
In response, our city allows
living in tent encampments
and promotes policies encouraging theft,
vandalism, and violent crimes
as a way to meet basic needs.
The Seattle Police Department has been under
a federal decree since 2012
for repeatedly violating our civil rights.
Our police union contract protects
rogue police officers
from disciplinary action and prosecution.
In 2019, the federal court
found the city remains in violation.
The city has no timeline for resolution.
We need solutions.
Protecting civil rights is non-negotiable.
If elected, I would immediately provide
basic emergency food, shelter, security,
and treatment to our residents
who have no other options,
permanently remove tent dwellers
from city parks, and nullify any section
of the police union contract
that limits accountability and oversight.
Join me in solidarity. Vote for wise action.
Vote Dr. Bliss for Mayor.