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How Seattle's unemployed survived the Great Depression
Built around the principle of mutual aid, the Unemployed Citizens League organized to help the poor and influence local politics.
Katie Wilson
Katie Wilson is the General Secretary of the Transit Riders Union, a Seattle-based organization advocating for improved public transit and other progressive urban issues. She is a contributin
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Seattle mayor’s words undermine George Floyd protests
By pinning the destruction on white men, Durkan trivializes deep grievances and provides cover for police escalation.
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Actions we can take to tame WA’s unemployment crisis
From restaurant vouchers to universal basic income, here are some ideas for jump-starting our economic recovery.
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Washington's uphill battle to get back to work
With a COVID-19 vaccine still out of reach, stimulating the economy and slashing unemployment present an extraordinary challenge for lawmakers.
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The flicker of climate hope in our pandemic dread
Emissions have fallen as more people stay home, and fossil fuels have taken a hit. We must keep the momentum going.