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Katie Wilson

@wilsonkatieb.bsky.social
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Seattle TRU co-founder and general secretary. Occasional writer. Running for Seattle Mayor @wilsonforseattle.bsky.social

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Katie Wilson @wilsonkatieb.bsky.social · 28/06/2026
🚨Endorsement Alert🚨 When I ran for office as a first-time candidate last year, I was propelled by a sense of urgency to tackle the problems I saw my neighbors facing in their daily lives. 1/🧵
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Katie Wilson @wilsonkatieb.bsky.social · 08/02/2026
As I cheer on the Seahawks today, I’m also thinking about one of my very best friends, Beau Morton, who left this world suddenly and unexpectedly last week.
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Ryan Packer @typewriteralley.bsky.social · 18/11/2025
Throwback to the time that The Urbanist sent Katie Wilson to cover the grand opening of a Belltown highrise, which featured the hoisting of a $1.6 million supercar to the building's roof. But how people cover child care costs is a scandal, am I right? www.theurbanist.org/2024/05/19/h...
theurbanist.org
Op-Ed: Hoisting ‘Supercar’ 47 Stories Inaugurates Condo Opening, New Gilded Age » The Urbanist
# A million-dollar McLaren Elva briefly graced the 47th floor rooftop next to the jacuzzi to promote the
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Katie Wilson @wilsonkatieb.bsky.social · 10/11/2025
RIP to Lenny Wilkens, one of the greatest players and coaches (and player-coaches) in Supersonics history. His contributions to this city, including the 1979 championship, were enormous. He will be missed.
seattletimes.com
Lenny Wilkens, godfather of Seattle basketball, dies at 88
Hall of Famer Lenny Wilkens, who led the Sonics to their only NBA title and was an ambassador of Seattle basketball for more than 50 years, has died at 88.
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Katie Wilson @wilsonkatieb.bsky.social · 01/11/2025
Most important, contra Westneat and Horsey, who seem to think this race is about grievance and anger: it’s really about hope. Hundreds of volunteers are out knocking on doors every week because they share our positive vision for Seattle's future. #ThisIsYOURCity
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Katie Wilson @wilsonkatieb.bsky.social · 01/11/2025
I guess we’re at the point in the campaign where pundits and consultants make excuses as to why their candidate is losing. 🧵 Westneat points to Trump and his fawning billionaires:
seattletimes.com
The switch that flipped in Seattle politics
The sight of unimaginable Big Tech wealth at the gates of American democracy shook Seattle politics. The mayor, among others, may not survive the quake.
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Sounder at Heart @sounderatheart.com · 31/10/2025
Mayoral candidate @wilsonforseattle.bsky.social made a second appearance on @lobbingscorchers.com and talked about the World Cup and her vision for Seattle (For the record: Mayor Harrell has declined an invite). www.sounderatheart.com/2025/10/lobb...
sounderatheart.com
Lobbing Scorchers: Meet The Seattle Mayoral Candidate Everyone's Talking About!
https://www.sounderatheart.com/content/media/2024/10/
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Katie Wilson @wilsonkatieb.bsky.social · 29/10/2025
Thanks to @kuow.org for issuing this correction.
Editor's note, 10/28/2025: The original story incorrectly stated that there were discrepancies between Wilson's disclosure form and the tax filings of her nonprofit. The IRS requires disclosure of any compensation to elected officers of the board. Wilson does not receive compensation in this capacity. The IRS also requires disclosure of compensation for a "key employee" if it exceeds $150,000, or for the highest compensated employees if they receive more than $100,000. Wilson's reported compensation is below these thresholds. KUOW regrets the error and apologizes for the mistakes in our reporting."
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Katie Wilson @wilsonkatieb.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
Taking a page out of @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social’s book: If you think the problem is that my parents are helping with my childcare expenses during this campaign, vote for Harrell. If you know the problem is that childcare is wildly unaffordable in Seattle, vote for me.
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Katie Wilson @wilsonkatieb.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
I just got around to actually reading this @kuow.org piece on me, and there’s ANOTHER major inaccuracy, beyond the "parents pay my bills" bit. 🧵
kuow.org
Katie Wilson can barely afford to live in Seattle. That's why she wants to be mayor
Katie Wilson presents herself as a sensible coalition-builder who runs a small nonprofit and has lived the working-class life. A renter and a mother, she runs on issues close to her heart. She speaks ...
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Katie Wilson @wilsonkatieb.bsky.social · 26/09/2025
Shooting our next campaign video!
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Bill McKibben @billmckibben.bsky.social · 23/09/2025
It's not just Mamdani. Michelle Wu, Katie Wilson--the Dems may soon have a remarkable cast of young, gifted mayors www.newyorker.com/news/the-led...
newyorker.com
Can Progressive Mayors Redeem the Democratic Party?
Zohran Mamdani isn’t the only candidate challenging the status quo—and having fun doing it.
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Katie Wilson @wilsonkatieb.bsky.social · 28/08/2025
What changed is pretty simple! (1) The Lake City Fred Meyer closure threatens to create a food & pharmacy desert in a neighborhood that clearly has the customer base to support a grocery store. The surrounding community is angry about it and looking for solutions.
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Katie Wilson @wilsonkatieb.bsky.social · 24/08/2025
I had a great time talking with ‪@deanbaker13.bsky.social‬ on his Mostly Economics podcast about how local governments can support independent journalism and strengthen our democracy. Check it out! cepr.net/mostly-econo...
cepr.net
Mostly Economics Podcast
Mostly Economics is a weekly podcast hosted by CEPR Senior Economist and co-founder, Dean Baker, about ways US economic policies affect everyday lives—from household budgets to global trade relationsh...
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Katie Wilson @wilsonkatieb.bsky.social · 09/08/2025
Waiting for the L8 at 5th and Denny… Can’t wait to break out the red paint!
Me and Josie at the bus stop
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David Kroman @kromandavid.bsky.social · 04/08/2025
Mayor Harrell rejected my “insinuation” on Thursday that suing over 7-month-old executive orders four days before a primary might be political. Today:
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Katie Wilson @wilsonkatieb.bsky.social · 29/07/2025
Just in case you needed evidence that Harrell’s campaign is fudging their numbers:
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David Kroman @kromandavid.bsky.social · 29/07/2025
Quite an impressive feat to apparently create 1,000 new emergency units in the 12 days between when these two ads dropped
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Katie Wilson @wilsonkatieb.bsky.social · 26/07/2025
Running for mayor is no joke, but it also has fun tangents, like having a chance to show off your husband's bagel skills!
itsashanda.substack.com
I tried Seattle mayoral candidate Katie Wilson's (husband's) bagels
If this is going to be Seattle's next First Bagel, we need to know how good it is...
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Qagggy! @qagggy.bsky.social · 23/07/2025
Cool FIFA World Cup Seattle idea: Elect Katie.
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Katie Wilson @wilsonkatieb.bsky.social · 23/07/2025
Incredible thread.
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Emily Johnston @enjohnston.bsky.social · 18/07/2025
"Has Seattle had enough of business as usual?" Pretty sure the answer here is a resounding YES. AFAIK this is the first national reporting on @wilsonforseattle.bsky.social's campaign. By no means will it be the last. Our Mamdani, our Wu, our very own @wilsonkatieb.bsky.social.
thenation.com
Katie Wilson of Seattle Shows Zohran Mamdani Is Not Alone
She’s running on a populist economic message that puts affordability of care at its heart and mobilized young grassroots organizers.
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Ryan Packer @typewriteralley.bsky.social · 17/07/2025
You never know who you're going to run into in downtown Seattle...or whose video interview you're going to accidentally walk through. Congrats on getting the @theurbanist.org endorsement, @wilsonforseattle.bsky.social!
Selfie with Katie Wilson
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rondezvousWA @ronpdavis.bsky.social · 17/07/2025
This is a bold step by the city workers, who stand to lose a lot by angering the famously grudge-holding Mayor. It is sign of the spreading realization that Bruce is vulnerable and a sign of their courage that they are willing to take this risk. Let's stand with the people who make Seattle work!
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The Urbanist @theurbanist.org · 16/07/2025
Hot off the presses: The Urbanist's primary election endorsements. Ballots arrive in mailboxes as soon as tomorrow. www.theurbanist.org/2025/07/16/2...
theurbanist.org
2025 Primary Election Endorsements » The Urbanist
# The Urbanist Elections Committee is excited to announce our 2025 primary election endorsements, which span the region from Tacoma to Everett. Be sure to vote by August 5.
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Katie Wilson @wilsonkatieb.bsky.social · 16/07/2025
Reconsidering this, as the most recent filing shows Harrell’s campaign itself spent $35k on polling — presumably telling them to paint me as an angry, divisive, cop-hating socialist. I hope he feels that was money well spent!
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Your City @yourcityseattle.bsky.social · 14/07/2025
Is this even an endorsement?
Not a surprise:
The Seattle Times endorsed Bruce Harrell.
~ A surprise? ~
They seemed pretty bummed about it.
Here are a few choice quotes that made us😏
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Katie Wilson @wilsonkatieb.bsky.social · 14/07/2025
With ballots about to drop and just three weeks before Primary Election Day, it's clear the incumbent and his big-money backers are terrified of our campaign. I’m bracing for the attacks to begin. 🧵
publicola.com
Poll Tests Message that Katie Wilson is "Angry," "Divisive," and "Loud"; No Charges Yet for County Assessor Accused of Stalking - PubliCola
And: Three City Councilmembers declined to sign on to an anti-Trump letter; guess which ones! 1. Two online polls that…
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tammymorales.bsky.social @tammymorales.bsky.social · 14/07/2025
Polling schmolling. Even the Seattle Times knows we need a new mayor.. “Harrell’s three major challengers — Katie Wilson, Ry Armstrong and Joe Mallahan — all claim Seattle is underperforming. They are correct.”
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Rian Watt @rianwatt.bsky.social · 14/07/2025
Reposting for the Monday crowd my case for @wilsonforseattle.bsky.social in @thestranger.com last Friday. We need leadership, and we have the chance for it.
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Katie Wilson @wilsonkatieb.bsky.social · 11/07/2025
It finally came and we had a blast racing the L8. With so many fellow transit riders!
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Katie Wilson @wilsonkatieb.bsky.social · 09/07/2025
Great letter from dozens of WA elected officials, including four Seattle city councilmembers, committing to action after the passage of Trump's bill. Where is Mayor Bruce Harrell's signature?
theburnerseattle.com
"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...
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Katie Wilson @wilsonkatieb.bsky.social · 07/07/2025
On July 4th, Mayor Harrell gave the welcoming speech at a celebration for over 500 new Americans at Seattle Center, saying that in contrast to Trump, “we choose a different path… rooted in… inclusion and a clear pathway to citizenship.” Unfortunately, his actions haven’t lived up to these values. 🧵
seattletimes.com
Seattle chooses ‘a different path’ as it welcomes 501 new citizens, Harrell says
The pathway to citizenship was not easy for those at the Fourth of July naturalization ceremony. For some, it had been a long time coming.
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Your City @yourcityseattle.bsky.social · 06/07/2025
Part 1 of Katie’s conversation with @lookoutlanding.bsky.social writer and Seattle Mariners expert @johntrupin.bsky.social ⚾️
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Katie Wilson @wilsonkatieb.bsky.social · 05/07/2025
This Independence Day, I didn’t just watch a baseball game. I thought a lot about the ideals our country is supposed to stand for. Freedom. Opportunity. Democracy. 🧵
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John Trupin @johntrupin.bsky.social · 05/07/2025
Only thing better than a 3-0 lead is a 6-0 win! Had a fantastic time talking with @wilsonforseattle.bsky.social about the Mariners, what makes us proud about Seattle, and how she intends to build a more affordable city for more folks and families to enjoy.
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Katie Wilson @wilsonkatieb.bsky.social · 25/06/2025
I’m thrilled that Councilmember Alexis Mercedes Rinck is taking the lead on raising new progressive revenue at a moment when the city is facing a massive budget shortfall and the threat of federal cuts. 🧵
publicola.com
Proposed Business Tax Increase Would Raise $90 Million a Year While Exempting Most Small Businesses - PubliCola
By Erica C. Barnett At 1:00 this afternoon, City Councilmember Alexis Mercedes Rinck and Mayor Bruce Harrell will propose a…
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rondezvousWA @ronpdavis.bsky.social · 24/06/2025
My wife and I just filled out our Democracy Vouchers for @wilsonforseattle.bsky.social and you should too! wilsonforseattle.com/democracy-vo... Click "online replacement form" and get a friend to join you!
wilsonforseattle.com
Vouchers | Katie Wilson
Each Seattle voter has $100 worth of Democracy Vouchers to give to their candidate(s) of choice. We would love if you assigned your vouchers to our campaign!
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Katie Wilson @wilsonkatieb.bsky.social · 23/06/2025
This is an excellent, in-depth article about chronic poor management at three publicly-subsidized ArtSpace apartment buildings in Seattle, and the struggles of artists to make it in this increasingly high-cost city. 🧵
seattletimes.com
In Seattle, Artspace’s vision for low-income housing is falling apart
Problems at affordable housing for artists, including unfounded eviction notices, have shattered hopes of a creative haven and highlighted gaps in government oversight.
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Katie Wilson @wilsonkatieb.bsky.social · 20/06/2025
Let’s talk about what supporting Social Housing in Seattle really means. 🧵
theurbanist.org
Harrell Proposes $2 Million Loan to Kickstart Seattle Social Housing Developer - The Urbanist
# On Monday, Mayor Bruce Harrell announced a proposal for a $2 million bridge loan to the Seattle Social Housing Developer. Harrell campaigned against the successful grassroots social housing funding ...
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Artemis Farms @artemisfarms.bsky.social · 17/06/2025
Farm Stand has been a wonderful partner in helping us bring our food to restaurants and food access programs. We love Farm Stand!
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Katie Wilson @wilsonkatieb.bsky.social · 17/06/2025
Last Saturday, Seattle showed up. I was proud to stand with my fellow Seattleites, and millions across the country, to peacefully register our profound dissent from the anti-democratic, cruel, and dangerous actions of the Trump administration. Now, it’s time for City leaders to do their part.
seattletimes.com
In the streets and on a ferry, over 70K in Seattle proclaim ‘No Kings’
Massive crowds gathered in Cal Anderson Park, aboard a state ferry and at the state Capitol to denounce the hard-line policies of President Donald Trump.
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Katie Wilson @wilsonkatieb.bsky.social · 16/06/2025
This is unacceptable. We can do better.
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Katie Wilson @wilsonkatieb.bsky.social · 15/06/2025
I’m sympathetic to the municipal grocery store idea and certainly open to it. But I don’t think we can assume this is an easy solution to high prices or food deserts. 🧵
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Erica C. Barnett @ericacbarnett.bsky.social · 12/06/2025
Katie Wilson, the labor organizer and Transit Riders Union leader, won the sole endorsement of the 37th District Democrats in the Seattle mayor’s race yesterday. It’s a blow to incumbent Bruce Harrell, who lives in the 37th and represented the area on city council.

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On Wednesday afternoon, June 11, the 37th LD Democrats concluded their candidate endorsement voting for the 2025 Primary Election. The follow candidates have been endorsed by our organization:  

City of Seattle, Mayor
Katie Wilson

City of Seattle, Council Position 2
Jamie Fackler

King County Executive
Girmay Zahilay

Seattle School District Director, District No. 5
Vivian Song

Seattle School District Director, District No. 7
Jen LaVallee

We extend our congratulations to all of the endorsed candidates, and our sincere thanks to all of the candidates who participated in our process.

Here is a full breakdown of the voting results.

Thank you for supporting the 37th LD Democrats!
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Katie Wilson @wilsonkatieb.bsky.social · 12/06/2025
I’m thrilled that a ban on algorithmic rent-setting is poised for possible passage next week. I invite the council to take up more elements of my platform, why not get a head start between now and November? 😉
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Katie Wilson @wilsonkatieb.bsky.social · 11/06/2025
I can’t believe I’m writing this. due to Mayor Harrell’s misplaced priorities, Tent City 4 is AGAIN at risk of losing its new location just three months after securing it. The camp is in a lengthy & expensive process to install power & water - reasonable when they expected to stay for a year. 🧵
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Katie Wilson @wilsonkatieb.bsky.social · 07/06/2025
On Tuesday, the Seattle City Council passed a resolution signaling support for a plan to allow 80 8-foot tall advertising kiosks to be placed on sidewalks downtown and throughout the city. I’m conflicted — and I’m curious what other people think. 🧵
theurbanist.org
Seattle Council Considers Deploying 80 Interactive Ad Kiosks on City Sidewalks - The Urbanist
# The kiosks, scattered around downtown and eventually other busy business districts, would provide ad revenue for groups like the Downtown Seattle Association. Last year, the Seattle Design Commissio...
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Daniel Heppner @danielhep.me · 06/06/2025
I see we have another G Line fan running for mayor! @wilsonforseattle.bsky.social
selfie with katie wilson on the G Line
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