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Tired of growth? Be careful what you wish for
The Puget Sound region has what it takes to attract and keep talented people. If that can be tiresome, we should consider the alternative.
Michael Luis
Michael Luis is a public affairs consultant with a focus on housing, growth and economic development issues and served as mayor and councilmember in Medina. He is author of Century 21 City: Seattle’s
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