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Jonathan Cohn @jonathancohn.bsky.social · 10h

This is why "defund the police" was so important.

Matt Henry 🥄 @matthenry.fyi · 18d

When the nazis were coming into power, there was a lag before local law enforcement was fully on board. People were able to get police protection from nazi-aligned paramilitaries. Here, today, police look at rising fascism and say “Finally. We’ve been waiting for this.” www.notus.org/democrats/me...

Democrats' New Fear: They Can’t Rely on Local Law Enforcement for Protection

“They called the local sheriff; they showed up and were going to arrest me,” said Rep. Steven Horsford.

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Rep. Shaun Scott 🌹🤝 @organizewithshaun.bsky.social · 1d

The Trump Administration can only use the economic desperation of everyday Washingtonians as an ICE recruiting tool if we allow it to.

Let's talk about it at my "Tax The Rich" town hall on Saturday 10/11 3:30 PM @ Seattle First Baptist Church.

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Rep. Shaun Scott 🌹🤝 @organizewithshaun.bsky.social · 1d

Major corporations spend buckets of cash to lobby the state legislature because they know many politicians will bend the knee to big business.

At my office's "Tax The Rich"-themed town hall on 10/11, we'll talk about how to beat them and win for working Washingtonians.

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jseattle @jseattle.bsky.social · 2d

43rd Rep. Scott holding ‘Tax the Rich’ town hall on First Hill

Rep. Shaun Scott is holding a town hall on First Hill this weekend as his office prepares for the legislative session ahead. The 43rd District representative says the “Tax The Rich”-themed town hall will be “a great opportunity for community … Continue reading →

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Jeong Park @jeongpark.bsky.social · 3d

Worth noting for WA, BTW:

"House Bill 1321, sponsored by Rep. Sharlett Mena (D-Tacoma), requires the Governor’s permission for National Guard troops from other states, territories or districts to enter Washington, unless they are mobilized by the president."

governor.wa.gov/news/2025/go...

Governor Bob Ferguson signs bill restricting armed forces from entering Washington | Governor Bob Ferguson

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Ned Resnikoff @resnikoff.bsky.social · 4d

It was clear from the beginning that ICE staffing up was going to be a full employment program for racists, barroom bullies and wife beaters

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David Roberts @volts.wtf · 6d

Feds cancelling a whole raft of manufacturing & innovation projects in Washington state, because WA is blue & the federal government has declared open war on half the country.

Energy Department Announces Termination of 223 Projects, Saving Over $7.5 Billion

The U.S. Department of Energy today announced the termination of 321 financial awards supporting 223 projects, resulting in a savings of approximately $7.56 billion dollars for American taxpayers.

www.energy.gov

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Emily Johnston @enjohnston.bsky.social · 6d

Only a few days left! We have a real chance to jump into this moment and shift things—please do!

Emily Johnston @enjohnston.bsky.social · 8d

Live in Washington State? Care about climate/affordability/ecologies/humans?

We have ONE WEEK to comment on the Data Center Workgroup draft recommendations to the governor. Please do!

The image links to pointers for commenting, and here is a big overview I wrote up: docs.google.com/document/d/1...

Pointers for Data Center comments

Again, here are the recommendations we’re responding to, and here (for the real wonks) is the existing law. Here is some deep background. HERE IS THE FORM FOR SENDING IN YOUR COMMENTS! POINTERS: I...

docs.google.com

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Rep. Shaun Scott 🌹🤝 @organizewithshaun.bsky.social · 15d

With mega corporations getting a huge tax break from the Trump Administration, it's time for Washington State to get serious about taxing the ultra-wealthy.

I’ll be hosting a town hall to talk about it with lefty voices and community leaders before the 2026 Washington State legislative session.

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Rep. Shaun Scott 🌹🤝 @organizewithshaun.bsky.social · 17d

Tonight the University of Washington community is mourning the loss of professor Quintard Taylor.

His 1994 book “The Forging of a Black Community” is foundational reading about race, class, and urban planning in Seattle political history.

He will be missed sorely.

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Marisa Kabas @marisakabas.bsky.social · 23d

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Meade Krosby @meadekrosby.bsky.social · 26d

Come on out, Seattle! Now is a good time to be in community - come join your neighbors in standing up for science and all the ways it benefits people and nature.

Seattle Indivisible @seattleindivisible.bsky.social · 26d

March for science this Sunday Seattle waterfront park! 1-3 pm

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Essex J. Porter @essexjp.bsky.social · 27d

Justice Yu was gracious both times I asked her for an interview. Here's one of those stories.
www.kiro7.com/news/local/w...

Washington Supreme Court justices explain extraordinary letter

The letter is an extraordinary confession signed by all nine justices of the Washington Supreme Court.

www.kiro7.com

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DivestSPD @divestspd.bsky.social · Sep 8

Good news, Divesters! The wait is over. Print editions of our Bad Apple Baseball Cards are finally on sale!

All proceeds will fund our exciting new project: a statewide police misconduct database.

Buy here: tinyurl.com/DivestCards

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Rep. Shaun Scott 🌹🤝 @organizewithshaun.bsky.social · Aug 28

Washington fire crews - already operating with fewer resources after the State Legislature cut $60m from its Wildfire Response Account this year - are now suffering border patrol raids.

We all lose when local austerity echoes authoritarianism. www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news...

Federal agents arrest firefighters working on WA wildfire

Federal agents showed up northeast of Lake Cushman to check identification of crew members fighting Washington's largest active wildfire.

www.seattletimes.com

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Northwest Progressive Institute @nwprogressive.org · Jul 9

State Representative Shaun Scott rallies community support for proposed First Hill crisis care center at town hall style meeting

Scott was joined by Seattle City Councilmember Alexis Mercedes Rinck, comedian Brett Hamil, and Kelly Rider, Director of King County's Department of Community and Human…

State Representative Shaun Scott rallies community support for proposed First Hill crisis care center at town hall style meeting

Scott was joined by Seattle City Councilmember Alexis Mercedes Rinck, comedian Brett Hamil, and Kelly Rider, Director of King County's Department of Community and Human Services.

www.nwprogressive.org

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Hannah Krieg @hannahkrieg.bsky.social · Jul 4

NEW: 69 elected officials sign letter condemning Big Beautiful Bill and committing to immediate action. www.theburnerseattle.com/post/no-call...

"No Call For Celebration" This July 4: 60+ WA Elected Officials And Candidates Commit To Immediate Action After Big Beautiful Bill Passage

Washington State and local elected officials are not feeling very patriotic this 4th of July. Early Friday afternoon, 69 elected officials signed and published a letter in which they condemn the Trump...

www.theburnerseattle.com

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Crystal Fincher @finchfrii.bsky.social · Jul 4

“I’m not gonna cross a picket line and perform for money when people are hurting” -LL Cool J

Philadelphia Inquirer @inquirer.com · Jul 4

LL Cool J, the hip-hop legend who was scheduled to co-headline the Wawa Welcome America concert Friday on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, announced Thursday night that he would not perform while the municipal workers’ strike was ongoing.

LL Cool J pulls out of Wawa Welcome America

“I’m not gonna cross a picket line and perform for money when people are hurting,” the rapper said on Instagram and X.

www.inquirer.com

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Rep. Shaun Scott 🌹🤝 @organizewithshaun.bsky.social · Jul 4

💸Reduced access to childcare for working families.
💸College less affordable for thousands.
💸Rollbacks to repro healthcare, cash assistance, and postpartum care.

Washington did that in 2025 without the “big, beautiful bill,” in large part because Ferguson opposed a wealth tax.

The Needling @theneedling.com · Jul 4

‘But Refusing to Tax Billionaires Is My Thing,’ Says Inconsolable Governor Bob Ferguson: tinyurl.com/yhnphdtu

Washington State Gov. Bob Ferguson sad in dark bed hugging a pillow with his hand on his downcast face

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For Love and Struggle🌹 @forloveandstruggle.bsky.social · Jul 3

Over 100 people are here for tonight's Tacoma DSA meeting, listening to an incredible opening discussion from Shaun Scott, the first Socialist elected to the WA legislature in over 100 years, and riding on the wave of enthusiasm from Zohran Mamdani's NYC primary win.

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Rep. Shaun Scott 🌹🤝 @organizewithshaun.bsky.social · Jun 19

We have a chance to amplify the perspectives of Seattleites who - unlike some members of Seattle City Council - know a new King County mental health crisis center in Capitol Hill would be a great addition to a great neighborhood. Let's drink, laugh, and talk about it on July 7 @ 7PM at Vermillion.

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AMR - Alexis Mercedes Rinck @alexis4seattle.bsky.social · Jun 19

You don’t want to miss this!

Rep. Shaun Scott 🌹🤝 @organizewithshaun.bsky.social · Jun 19

We have a chance to amplify the perspectives of Seattleites who - unlike some members of Seattle City Council - know a new King County mental health crisis center in Capitol Hill would be a great addition to a great neighborhood. Let's drink, laugh, and talk about it on July 7 @ 7PM at Vermillion.

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Get Off My Lawn (he/him) 🍉🏳️‍⚧️ 🏳️‍🌈 @shaakta.bsky.social · Jun 19

Yes, please!!!

Rep. Shaun Scott 🌹🤝 @organizewithshaun.bsky.social · Jun 19

We have a chance to amplify the perspectives of Seattleites who - unlike some members of Seattle City Council - know a new King County mental health crisis center in Capitol Hill would be a great addition to a great neighborhood. Let's drink, laugh, and talk about it on July 7 @ 7PM at Vermillion.

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electerikaevans.bsky.social @electerikaevans.bsky.social · Jun 19

Representative Shaun Scott is a working-class champion and my own representative in the 43rd. I’m honored to have earned his sole endorsement—and I look forward to fighting alongside him for bold, progressive policies in our city and state. @organizewithshaun.bsky.social

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Rep. Shaun Scott 🌹🤝 @organizewithshaun.bsky.social · Jun 19

We have a chance to amplify the perspectives of Seattleites who - unlike some members of Seattle City Council - know a new King County mental health crisis center in Capitol Hill would be a great addition to a great neighborhood. Let's drink, laugh, and talk about it on July 7 @ 7PM at Vermillion.

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