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This Week on PubliCola: June 8, 2025
Debating protests, Cathy Moore steps down, big spending by new SPD chief, and more.
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Erica C Barnett
Hacks and Wonks Podcast: New Info in Police Chief Investigation, Cathy Moore Says Sayonara to Council, and More
By Erica C.
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Erica C Barnett
New Anti-Graffiti Bill Would Fine Violators $1,000 Per Tag
Graffiti is already illegal, but the legislation from Councilmember Bob Kettle would add civil penalties that could add up fast.
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Erica C Barnett
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Barnes' New Hires Top $1 Million, SPD Will Pay $30,000 for Training on "Stratified Policing"
Today's Afternoon Fizz.
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Erica C Barnett
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Cathy Moore's Opinions on Growth and Housing Aren't New. What's New is That Most Voters Disagree With Them.
"Not In My Backyard" is a description of a set of policy views, not a slur.
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Erica C Barnett
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Seattle Nice: Seattle City Council Un-Cathy Moored
We discuss the council member's decision to bow out just 18 months into what would have been her first four-year term.
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Erica C Barnett
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New Records Shed Light On Investigation that Led to Former Police Chief Diaz' Ouster
The newly released documents include interview transcripts from the investigation into whether Diaz created a job for and promoted a woman he was…
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Erica C Barnett
Seattle Nice: Should Left-Wing Counterprotesters Alter Their Approach?
Also: County Assessor Again Accused of Stalking, and Council Presses Pause on Ethics Changes
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Erica C Barnett
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Cathy Moore Will Step Down After a Year and a Half On Council
Sources say Moore was fed up with the job, which requires enduring sometimes intense public criticism.
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Erica C Barnett
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May 2025

This Week On PubliCola: May 31, 2025
Officials call on county assessor to resign amid stalking allegations, far-right activists hold revival at City Hall, Moore withdraws bill to roll back…
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Erica C Barnett
Growing Chorus Calls for County Assessor Wilson to Resign After New Stalking, Harassment Allegations
Wilson is accused of stalking and harassing his ex. Voters just reelected him in 2023.
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Erica C Barnett
Amid Waning Council Support, Cathy Moore Withdraws Bill to Lower Ethics Standards
Moore's bill was widely unpopular with the public, and it was unclear that she had the votes to pass it.
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Erica C Barnett
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