They claim this money will be redirected to "services" But the Seattle region has an abysmal record on social programs: it now spends $1 billion per year on homelessness, but the problem continues to get worse Why would "defunding the police" turn out any better?
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Might be my last Seattle summer
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Is anyone in Seattle pushing back against the city’s council of activists? Business owners? Anyone besides you?
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Some pro forma pushback from business and downtown groups, but organized opposition has no leverage or voice at city hall
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Makes perfect sense
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Umm incorrect Chris.
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High property crime rates are the direct result high cost of living and displacement of lower income commuties. Fix the real problem before relying on the police to keep neighborhoods "safe" for those who can afford it.
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