Week In Review Week in Review: primary results, Progressive’s success, and Denny Blaine Park
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Aug 8, 2025 
Joy Hollingsworth, a dedicated Seattle City Council member, joins forces with Erica Barnett, co-founder of PubliCola, and political consultant Sandeep Kaushik. They dive into the shifting tide of King County's elections, emphasizing the rise of progressive candidates responding to housing and safety concerns. The guests candidly discuss Seattle's public safety policies, calling for innovative solutions amid community challenges. They also explore the quirky tensions around Denny Blaine Park, balancing nudity debates with community needs.
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Later Ballots Lean Progressive
- Sandeep Kaushik says younger voters tend to cast ballots later and skew progressive.
- Campaigns should expect late-count shifts toward progressive candidates.
Affordability Dominates Voter Concerns
- Joy Hollingsworth says housing, childcare, groceries and transit dominate voters' concerns.
- Voters want local government to deliver tangible relief on everyday costs.
Policy Focus Misaligned With Voters
- Erica Barnett says the council prioritized issues like soap zones and graffiti fines over housing.
- That misalignment contributed to voter frustration and progressive gains.