Melissa Demyan Challenges Larry Springer in 45th District Race (Re-Air)
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In a competitive race between two Democrats, Melissa Demyan, a labor organizer, is challenging 20-year incumbent Larry Springer for a 45th district state house seat. We talk with Melissa about her priorities, how she differs from Rep. Larry Springer, and her vision for the 45thth legislative district. Transcript and resources: Follow us on Twitter/X at . Find the host, Crystal Fincher at and find Melissa Demyan at . VOTE by Tuesday 11/5! Then !
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Poll Shows Mixed Outlook for Washington State Initiatives, Democratic Advantage in Statewide Races
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Andrew Villeneuve of the Northwest Progressive Institute discusses how their new poll shows Democrats leading in most statewide races, voters are likely to reject three of four initiatives on the November ballot, and a close race in Washington’s 3rd congressional district. As always, a full text transcript of the show is available at . Follow us on Twitter/X at . Find the host, Crystal Fincher, at and find Andrew Villeneuve and the Northwest Progressive Institute at and https://www.nwprogressive.org/
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Five North King County Cities Launch Collaborative Crisis Response Program (Re-Air)
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On this Tuesday topical show re-air, Crystal learns about north King County’s innovative new Regional Crisis Response (RCR) Agency with its inaugural Executive Director Brook Buettner and Kenmore Mayor Nigel Herbig. Following national guidelines and best practices for behavioral health crisis care, a five-city consortium established RCR in 2023 as part of a vision to provide their region with the recommended continuum of behavioral health care - which includes someone to call, someone to respond, and somewhere to go. Executive Director Buettner and Mayor Herbig share how the program grew out...
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Shoreline Mayor Highlights City's Progress on Housing, Development, and Public Safety
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In a recent interview, Shoreline Mayor Chris Roberts outlines the city's approaches to housing, development, and public safety, emphasizing how the newly opened light rail stations are reshaping the community north of Seattle. As always, a full text transcript of the show is available at . Follow us on Twitter/X at . Find the host, Crystal Fincher, at and find Mayor Chris Roberts at .
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Week in Review: October 18, 2024 - with Shauna Sowersby
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On this week-in-review, Crystal Fincher and Shauna Sowersby discuss: 📊 Cascade PBS/Elway polls 🗳️ Ballots arriving in mailboxes 💸 Capital gains tax repeal costly for schools 🏳️🌈 Tacoma rainbow crosswalk ⚖️ Pierce County jury pay pilot 😵 Yakima County coroner As always, a full text transcript of the show is available at . Find the host, Crystal Fincher, on Twitter/X at and find today’s co-host, Shauna Sowersby, at .
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Washington State Faces Controversial Initiatives on November Ballot
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Four statewide initiatives backed by a California hedge fund manager are stirring up controversy as Washington voters prepare to cast their ballots this November. The measures, which would repeal several recently passed laws, are being met with strong opposition from groups who argue they would benefit wealthy people and corporations at the expense of working families and crucial public services. As always, a full text transcript of the show is available at . Follow us on Twitter/X at . Find the host, Crystal Fincher, at and find more about the Defend Washington campaign at .
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Week in Review: October 11, 2024 - with Ron Davis
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On this week-in-review, Crystal Fincher and Ron Davis discuss: 🌲 Public Lands candidate takes stance on I-2117 🤩 Overlook Walk opens to widespread acclaim 🏫 School closure update 🏘️ Suarez out of touch on housing 📸 Seattle police bonuses and surveillance approved 📊 Tacoma’s refreshing budget approach 🌀 Hurricane-caused IV fluid shortage 🕵️ Inspectors given access to Tacoma ICE facility As always, a full text transcript of the show is available at . Find the host, Crystal Fincher, on Twitter/X at and find today’s co-host, Ron Davis at on both Twitter and...
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Ryan Mello Outlines Comprehensive Vision for Pierce County's Future
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Pierce County Executive candidate Ryan Mello outlines his comprehensive vision for the county and pledges active leadership that emphasizes public safety reforms, affordable housing, environmental conservation, and economic development. As always, a full text transcript of the show is available at . Follow us on Twitter/X at . Find the host, Crystal Fincher, at and find Ryan Mello at .
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Week in Review: October 4, 2024 - with Scott Greenstone
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On this week-in-review, Crystal Fincher and Scott Greenstone discuss: 🚔 Tacoma police chief admin leave mystery 🏫 Revised school closure plan 😨 Weird Serrano video & AG debate 🗣️ Woo/Rinck debate 💲 Seattle budget scrutiny + Saka ♥️🐴 📺 Seattle Channel in jeopardy As always, a full text transcript of the show is available at . Find the host, Crystal Fincher, on Twitter/X at and find today’s co-host, Scott Greenstone at or on Instagram and Threads at .
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Building Democratic Momentum in Washington State with Shasti Conrad
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Shasti Conrad, Chair of the Washington State Democratic Party, discusses the role of the State Party in volunteer and candidate support, turning out the Democratic base, maintaining unity within a diverse party, and the transition to Kamala Harris at the top of the ticket. As always, a full text transcript of the show is available at . Follow us on Twitter/X at . Find the host, Crystal Fincher, at and find Shasti Conrad at . Resources “” by Danny Westneat from The Seattle Times
info_outlineHacks & Wonks hosted a 2024 Post-Primary Roundtable on Tuesday, August 13, 2024 to bring an insider’s view of the recent Washington state primary election results.
By bringing together a panel of seasoned political strategists, the program offered a unique lens through which to view the results. Since these campaign experts have been in the trenches, crafting messages, crunching numbers, and reading the electoral tea leaves for years, they cut through the noise and spin to give insights not found in typical news coverage.
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Riall Johnson, Principal Partner at Prism West
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Stephen Paolini, Principal at Bottled Lightning Collective
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Heather Weiner, Political Consultant with PowerHouse Strategic
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Crystal Fincher, Political Consultant with Fincher Consulting and Hacks & Wonks Host
As always, a full text transcript of the show is available below and at officialhacksandwonks.com.
You can follow Hacks & Wonks on Twitter at @HacksWonks. Find the host, Crystal Fincher on Twitter at @finchfrii and find today’s special guests, Riall Johnson at @RiallJohnson, Stephen Paolini at @stephenpaolini, and Heather Weiner at @hlweiner.