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Seattle: Ensuring there is a place for everyone

Seattle is booming. It’s safe to rely on the anecdotal evidence on this one. Every week there are stories about the number of people moving here, concerns about rising costs and increasing traffic, the exodus of artists and non-tech workers, and the crazy housing market. Even if you

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Roslyn Residents Show Support for Jolly Mountain Firefighters

[Note: This is an old photo essay. I held off on posting it because I first checked to see if there was any interest in the photos. The Yakima Herald seems like a good source for updates on the Jolly Mountain Fire.] 11 September 2017 I’ve never been in

Activism

Seattle: Boom town (with side effects)

Breaking news – Seattle is booming. The anecdotal evidence is compelling: cranes dot the skyline, new apartments and condos are going up on every other block, and tech firms are hiring like mad. The Emerald City is also doing well in the press, a progressive hub on a Northern California

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PNW Communities: Kids 4 Peace Seattle

The future sure seems a lot brighter when you get to spend the day with a bunch of great kids who enjoy being around one another. On 11 February 2017 I volunteered to help shoot photos for a Kids 4 Peace Seattle overnight retreat. I had a great time. I&

Civic Action

Kids 4 Peace Challenge Islamophobia

On Sunday 15 January 2017, Kids4Peace, the American Muslim Empowerment Network (links to Muslim Association of Puget Sound, founder of MAPS-AMEN), and volunteers organized an MLK Day youth advocacy workshop at Seattle University that focused on confronting Islamophobia through activism, community engagement, and the willingness to challenge stereotypes. The workshop,

Black and White

On the Streets: Joe Bar

Joe Bar, Capitol Hill, Seattle, 2017. Joe Bar is a great place to grab a cup of coffee. The people who work there are genuinely friendly. When they ask how’s it going or what’s new, it’s not perfunctory; they’re interested in a

Activism

The PNW: Call to Action (climate)

On Thursday 12 January, 350Seattle led a civic engagement discussion at the Prospect Congregational United Church of Christ in Capitol Hill, Seattle, that was focused on fostering and organizing civic action on climate change issues. The first hour consisted of an overview of the debate surrounding climate change in Washington

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PNW Communities: Working on Trust

On Tuesday 10 January 2017, the Muslim Association of Puget Sound (MAPS) in Redmond, Washington, hosted a well-attended discussion with local police chiefs. The discussion included several topics, including personal safety, hate crimes, and immigration policies. However, a common theme throughout was the importance of building trust and relationships within