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Week in Review: April 25, 2025 - with Donna Blankinship

Hacks & Wonks

Release Date: 04/25/2025

Jeanie Chunn Outlines Vision for Seattle City Council District 2 show art Jeanie Chunn Outlines Vision for Seattle City Council District 2

Hacks & Wonks

Jeanie Chunn, candidate for Seattle City Council District 2, shares her stance on housing affordability, public safety, transportation, and more while advocating for significant changes to the city's approach to public safety, housing, and budget priorities.   As always, a full text transcript of the show is available at .   Follow us on Bluesky at . Find the host, Crystal Fincher, on Bluesky at and find more about Jeanie Chunn at .

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Week in Review: May 30, 2025 - with Josh Cohen show art Week in Review: May 30, 2025 - with Josh Cohen

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On this week-in-review, Crystal Fincher and Josh Cohen discuss: ๐Ÿณ๏ธโ€โšง๏ธ โ€œProtect Our Kidsโ€ anti-trans rally & counterprotests ๐Ÿ“‰ Every Seattle elected = negative approval ๐Ÿ˜๏ธ Seattle's interim missing middle housing ๐Ÿคฆ Essential behavioral health facilities stymied   As always, a full text transcript of the show is available at . Follow us on Bluesky at . Find the host, Crystal Fincher, on Bluesky at and find todayโ€™s co-host, Josh Cohen at .

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Eddie Lin Outlines Vision for Seattle City Council District 2 show art Eddie Lin Outlines Vision for Seattle City Council District 2

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Eddie Lin, running for Seattle City Council in District 2, shares his stance on housing affordability, public safety, transportation, and more while emphasizing his government experience and commitment to community-driven solutions. As always, a full text transcript of the show is available at . Follow us on Bluesky at . Find the host, Crystal Fincher, on Bluesky at and find Eddie Lin at .

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Week in Review: May 23, 2025 - with David Kroman show art Week in Review: May 23, 2025 - with David Kroman

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On this week-in-review, Crystal Fincher and David Kroman discuss: ๐Ÿ–‹๏ธ Ferguson acts on state budget, parental bill of rights ๐ŸงŠ Troubling ICE raids ๐Ÿค“ Seattle Mayor race deep dive ๐Ÿ”” Sara Nelson bellwether ๐Ÿ—ณ๏ธ Other notable primary races โ›บ๏ธ Rushed Tent City 4 move   As always, a full text transcript of the show is available at . Follow us on Bluesky at . Find the host, Crystal Fincher, on Bluesky at and find todayโ€™s co-host, David Kroman at .

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Jamie Fackler Outlines Vision for Seattle's District 2 Council Seat show art Jamie Fackler Outlines Vision for Seattle's District 2 Council Seat

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Jamie Fackler, running for Seattle City Council in District 2, shares his stance on housing affordability, public safety, transportation, and more while emphasizing his opposition to corporate influence in local politics. As always, a full text transcript of the show is available at . Follow us on Bluesky at . Find the host, Crystal Fincher, on Bluesky at and find more about Jamie Fackler at .  

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Former Federal Prosecutor Erika Evans Launches Bid for Seattle City Attorney show art Former Federal Prosecutor Erika Evans Launches Bid for Seattle City Attorney

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In an extensive interview with Crystal Fincher of Hacks & Wonks, Seattle City Attorney candidate Erika Evans outlines why she is challenging incumbent Ann Davison with a platform centered on community-based solutions, addressing root causes of crime, and protecting civil rights. As always, a full text transcript of the show is available at . Follow us on Bluesky at . Find the host, Crystal Fincher, on Bluesky at and find more about Erika Evans at .

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Week in Review: May 2, 2025 - with Robert Cruickshank show art Week in Review: May 2, 2025 - with Robert Cruickshank

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On this week-in-review, Crystal Fincher and Robert Cruickshank discuss: ๐Ÿ“Š Breakdown of Legislature's state budget ๐Ÿง Fergusonโ€™s first four months ๐Ÿค” Mallahan can? What's up with Seattle mayor race ๐Ÿš” SPD hiring up but few women + another lawsuit alleging racism   As always, a full text transcript of the show is available at . Follow us on Bluesky at . Find the host, Crystal Fincher, on Bluesky at and find todayโ€™s co-host, Robert Cruickshank, on Bluesky at .

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Reform-Minded O'Sullivan Sets Sights on City Attorney Position show art Reform-Minded O'Sullivan Sets Sights on City Attorney Position

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In a wide-ranging interview on the Hacks & Wonks podcast, Seattle City Attorney candidate Rory O'Sullivan outlines his vision for transformative change in an office he believes has gone in the "wrong direction" under current City Attorney Ann Davison. As always, a full text transcript of the show is available at . Follow us on Bluesky at . Find the host, Crystal Fincher, on Bluesky at and find Rory Oโ€™Sullivan at .

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Week in Review: April 25, 2025 - with Donna Blankinship show art Week in Review: April 25, 2025 - with Donna Blankinship

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On this week-in-review, Crystal Fincher and Donna Blankinship discuss: ๐Ÿ’” State Senator Bill Ramos ๐Ÿ—ณ๏ธ April ballot results ๐Ÿ’ต Seattle Democracy Vouchers ๐Ÿ“š Seattle Education Levy expanded ๐Ÿง‘โ€โš–๏ธ Spokane homeless initiative struck down ๐Ÿ“ˆ Sharp increase in homelessness   As always, a full text transcript of the show is available at . Follow us on Bluesky at . Find the host, Crystal Fincher, on Bluesky at . Find todayโ€™s co-host, Donna Blankinship on Substack at and Bluesky at .

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Public Defender Nathan Rouse Brings Frontline Experience to Seattle City Attorney Race show art Public Defender Nathan Rouse Brings Frontline Experience to Seattle City Attorney Race

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In a comprehensive interview with Crystal Fincher of Hacks & Wonks, Seattle City Attorney candidate Nathan Rouse outlines his vision for reforming the office through the lens of his public defender experience, criticizing incumbent Republican Ann Davison's approach while proposing alternative solutions focused on addressing root causes of crime. As always, a full text transcript of the show is available at . Follow us on Bluesky at . Find the host, Crystal Fincher, on Bluesky at and find Nathan Rouse at .

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On this week-in-review, Crystal Fincher and Donna Blankinship discuss:

๐Ÿ’” State Senator Bill Ramos

๐Ÿ—ณ๏ธ April ballot results

๐Ÿ’ต Seattle Democracy Vouchers

๐Ÿ“š Seattle Education Levy expanded

๐Ÿง‘โ€โš–๏ธ Spokane homeless initiative struck down

๐Ÿ“ˆ Sharp increase in homelessness

 

As always, a full text transcript of the show is available at officialhacksandwonks.com.

Follow us on Bluesky at @HacksAndWonks. Find the host, Crystal Fincher, on Bluesky at @finchfrii. Find todayโ€™s co-host, Donna Blankinship on Substack at Civics for Adults and Bluesky at @dgblankinship.