Week In Review Week in Review: Tammy Morales, immigration, and spending
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Dec 6, 2024 
Join Lauryn Bray, a reporter from the South Seattle Emerald, Brian Callanan, host of Seattle Channel, and Reuven Carlyle, founder of Earth Finance, as they dive into Seattle's pressing issues. They tackle the resignation of Councilor Tammy Morales and the complexities of governance. The conversation shifts to King County's sanctuary laws, immigration policy, and the community's response to homelessness. They also confront Washington's budget crisis and discuss innovative solutions for urban challenges, including the future of emergency response with drones.
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Morales Feeling Targeted
- Councilmember Morales felt targeted when her opponent in the 2023 election, Tanya Wu, was appointed to a vacant council seat.
- This action, perceived as a slight, contributed to Morales's feeling of being bullied.
Campaign Taunting
- During the 2023 campaign, Council President Nelson criticized Morales for missing a press conference while Morales was attending a committee meeting.
- Nelson's public questioning of Morales's whereabouts was viewed as an example of taunting and a demonstration of Nelson's preference for Morales's opponent.
Challenges of Public Service
- Public service presents emotional and spiritual challenges, especially in the public eye.
- Morales's resignation highlights the difficulties of navigating personal and political complexities in public office.