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Thousands rally in Seattle to protest Trump administration actions
The rally was one of more than 1,200 “Hands Off!” protests held globally, pushing back against policies like mass deportations and federal funding cuts.
Nate Sanford
Nate Sanford is a reporter for Cascade PBS and KNKX. A Murrow news fellow, he covers policy and political power dynamics with an emphasis on the issues facing young adults in Washington.
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How Seattle’s record-high minimum wage has — and hasn’t — paid off
Though the cost of living remains above the $20-plus pay floor, activists say raising wages has been a success and are pushing other cities to follow suit.
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REI board blocks labor-backed candidates from ballot
Unionized employees are asking members to mark “withhold” on their ballots after a Seattle activist and a top Greenpeace leader were excluded.
Politics
Burien voters could expand new $21.10 minimum wage to more workers
The new law took effect last month, but Measure 1, if passed, would reduce exceptions for smaller businesses and carveouts for tips and benefits.
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A labor-backed Seattle activist fights for an REI co-op board seat
Shemona Moreno nominated herself with support from unionized employees. She and the retail company dispute whether she missed a crucial deadline.