1 00:00:00,967 --> 00:00:08,341 ♪♪ 2 00:00:10,810 --> 00:00:12,512 Hello, I'm Tammy Morales, 3 00:00:12,612 --> 00:00:14,881 running for city council in District 2. 4 00:00:14,981 --> 00:00:17,083 Seattle is at a crossroads this election. 5 00:00:17,183 --> 00:00:19,119 Will we allow corporate special interests 6 00:00:19,219 --> 00:00:20,553 to dictate local policy, 7 00:00:20,653 --> 00:00:21,755 or will we shift power 8 00:00:21,855 --> 00:00:23,089 to the people of our city? 9 00:00:23,189 --> 00:00:24,591 I'm a community organizer, 10 00:00:24,691 --> 00:00:26,593 a long-time budget and policy analyst, 11 00:00:26,693 --> 00:00:28,028 and a mom with two kids 12 00:00:28,128 --> 00:00:29,462 in Seattle public schools. 13 00:00:29,562 --> 00:00:30,663 I've spent my career 14 00:00:30,764 --> 00:00:31,965 building healthy neighborhoods 15 00:00:32,065 --> 00:00:33,533 with greater food security, 16 00:00:33,633 --> 00:00:35,635 better housing, and stronger protections 17 00:00:35,735 --> 00:00:37,270 for working people. 18 00:00:37,370 --> 00:00:38,872 I did this work in coalition with many 19 00:00:38,972 --> 00:00:40,473 of our community organizations, 20 00:00:40,573 --> 00:00:43,009 joining to find solutions and advocate 21 00:00:43,109 --> 00:00:44,878 for our district priorities. 22 00:00:44,978 --> 00:00:46,246 That's how I lead, 23 00:00:46,346 --> 00:00:47,447 by joining with neighbors 24 00:00:47,547 --> 00:00:48,882 and those most impacted 25 00:00:48,982 --> 00:00:51,684 to advance equity and shared prosperity. 26 00:00:51,785 --> 00:00:52,886 I'm running to build power 27 00:00:52,986 --> 00:00:54,354 for the people of District 2 28 00:00:54,454 --> 00:00:56,956 so we all feel safe, we all thrive, 29 00:00:57,057 --> 00:00:58,191 and so we make decisions 30 00:00:58,291 --> 00:00:59,726 that are good for all of us, 31 00:00:59,826 --> 00:01:01,194 not just the most privileged. 32 00:01:01,294 --> 00:01:02,929 We know that cities must lead the way 33 00:01:03,029 --> 00:01:04,731 in protecting our communities. 34 00:01:04,831 --> 00:01:05,965 I'll work to create a city 35 00:01:06,066 --> 00:01:07,467 where we can live without fear 36 00:01:07,567 --> 00:01:08,935 of displacement by building 37 00:01:09,035 --> 00:01:10,703 more housing to serve low-income families, 38 00:01:10,804 --> 00:01:12,338 seniors, and to support 39 00:01:12,439 --> 00:01:14,641 the transition out of homelessness. 40 00:01:14,741 --> 00:01:16,142 I'll invest in our young people, 41 00:01:16,242 --> 00:01:17,911 from those needing more childcare options 42 00:01:18,011 --> 00:01:19,412 to students who are transitioning to 43 00:01:19,512 --> 00:01:22,048 college or to union apprenticeship programs. 44 00:01:22,148 --> 00:01:24,384 Together, we can transition to green building 45 00:01:24,484 --> 00:01:26,519 and better transportation choices 46 00:01:26,619 --> 00:01:28,888 so we end our reliance on fossil fuel, 47 00:01:28,988 --> 00:01:30,457 because we can't call it an investment 48 00:01:30,557 --> 00:01:32,325 if it destroys the planet. 49 00:01:32,425 --> 00:01:34,861 And we must fix our upside-down tax structure. 50 00:01:34,961 --> 00:01:36,296 I'll work to find the right mix 51 00:01:36,396 --> 00:01:37,831 of progressive revenue 52 00:01:37,931 --> 00:01:39,666 so we can stop funding the city 53 00:01:39,766 --> 00:01:41,868 on the backs of our low-income neighbors. 54 00:01:41,968 --> 00:01:43,369 For Seattle to thrive, 55 00:01:43,470 --> 00:01:46,106 we need wealthy corporations to pay their fair share. 56 00:01:46,206 --> 00:01:48,775 I'm proud to have the endorsement of grocery, healthcare, 57 00:01:48,875 --> 00:01:50,276 and warehouse workers 58 00:01:50,376 --> 00:01:52,412 who know my commitment to working families. 59 00:01:52,512 --> 00:01:53,613 I've been endorsed by 60 00:01:53,713 --> 00:01:54,914 Representative Jayapal, 61 00:01:55,014 --> 00:01:56,249 State Senator Saldaña, 62 00:01:56,349 --> 00:01:58,551 City Council Members Mosqueda and González, 63 00:01:58,651 --> 00:02:00,453 and County Council Member Larry Gossett, 64 00:02:00,553 --> 00:02:02,388 as well as the Washington Progressive Caucus, 65 00:02:02,489 --> 00:02:04,891 Latino Caucus, 37th District Democrats, 66 00:02:04,991 --> 00:02:06,359 and the Sierra Club. 67 00:02:06,459 --> 00:02:07,527 I'm Tammy Morales, 68 00:02:07,627 --> 00:02:08,862 and I'm asking for your vote 69 00:02:08,962 --> 00:02:10,730 so together we can build power 70 00:02:10,830 --> 00:02:12,899 for our community. 71 00:02:12,999 --> 00:02:14,200 I'm Mark Solomon, 72 00:02:14,300 --> 00:02:15,368 and I'm running to serve you 73 00:02:15,468 --> 00:02:17,504 on Seattle City Council for District 2 74 00:02:17,604 --> 00:02:19,439 because I believe this city can do better 75 00:02:19,539 --> 00:02:21,274 in addressing the concerns of our communities, 76 00:02:21,374 --> 00:02:24,010 from public safety to homelessness 77 00:02:24,110 --> 00:02:25,578 to pushing back on the displacement 78 00:02:25,678 --> 00:02:27,881 of our families and neighborhood businesses. 79 00:02:27,981 --> 00:02:29,816 As a retired Air Force Officer, 80 00:02:29,916 --> 00:02:31,584 a former small business owner, 81 00:02:31,684 --> 00:02:33,086 a community leader, and a current 82 00:02:33,186 --> 00:02:35,355 Crime Prevention Coordinator with Seattle Police, 83 00:02:35,455 --> 00:02:36,656 I bring a depth of experience, 84 00:02:36,756 --> 00:02:37,957 community involvement, 85 00:02:38,057 --> 00:02:39,259 and coalition building 86 00:02:39,359 --> 00:02:41,027 necessary to affect positive change 87 00:02:41,127 --> 00:02:42,929 for the people of our district. 88 00:02:43,029 --> 00:02:44,130 I know our community. 89 00:02:44,230 --> 00:02:45,465 I was born and raised here. 90 00:02:45,565 --> 00:02:47,367 I know the concerns facing District 2, 91 00:02:47,467 --> 00:02:49,068 and I am prepared to fight for you 92 00:02:49,169 --> 00:02:51,538 from day one to address them. 93 00:02:51,638 --> 00:02:53,072 Regarding public safety, 94 00:02:53,173 --> 00:02:54,641 I will allocate additional funding 95 00:02:54,741 --> 00:02:57,177 to community-based crime and violence prevention efforts, 96 00:02:57,277 --> 00:02:59,712 and will promote comprehensive community policing 97 00:02:59,812 --> 00:03:01,781 and relational policing programs. 98 00:03:01,881 --> 00:03:03,249 To address homelessness, 99 00:03:03,349 --> 00:03:05,618 I will allocate more funding to diversion programs 100 00:03:05,718 --> 00:03:08,188 to prevent people from becoming homeless in the first place, 101 00:03:08,288 --> 00:03:10,323 increase and enhance shelter capacity, 102 00:03:10,423 --> 00:03:12,158 and provide more resources 103 00:03:12,258 --> 00:03:15,028 to place people in permanent housing. 104 00:03:15,128 --> 00:03:16,663 I will champion efforts to minimize 105 00:03:16,763 --> 00:03:18,598 displacement of our long-term neighbors, 106 00:03:18,698 --> 00:03:19,933 and will work to retain 107 00:03:20,033 --> 00:03:21,634 our current stock of affordable housing 108 00:03:21,734 --> 00:03:23,369 while streamlining the process 109 00:03:23,469 --> 00:03:26,706 to bring more housing units online now. 110 00:03:26,806 --> 00:03:28,341 To support our neighborhood businesses, 111 00:03:28,441 --> 00:03:29,709 I will introduce legislation 112 00:03:29,809 --> 00:03:31,077 to designate a portion of 113 00:03:31,177 --> 00:03:32,645 the Equitable Development fund 114 00:03:32,745 --> 00:03:35,882 specifically for small commercial space development 115 00:03:35,982 --> 00:03:37,317 and will pursue tax credits 116 00:03:37,417 --> 00:03:40,286 for small commercial space lease rates. 117 00:03:40,386 --> 00:03:41,988 Addressing our city's needs 118 00:03:42,088 --> 00:03:43,489 takes thoughtful leadership 119 00:03:43,590 --> 00:03:45,225 that will seek input, listen, 120 00:03:45,325 --> 00:03:48,127 include community in the decisions that impact them, 121 00:03:48,228 --> 00:03:49,529 and work in collaboration 122 00:03:49,629 --> 00:03:51,664 and partnership to get things done. 123 00:03:51,764 --> 00:03:53,199 We must enact policies 124 00:03:53,299 --> 00:03:55,335 that make this city safe, equitable, 125 00:03:55,435 --> 00:03:58,605 affordable, inclusive, and functioning. 126 00:03:58,705 --> 00:04:00,607 This city deserves leaders that are 127 00:04:00,707 --> 00:04:01,774 accessible, responsive, 128 00:04:01,874 --> 00:04:03,743 and accountable to you. 129 00:04:03,843 --> 00:04:06,079 I pledge to be that leader. 130 00:04:06,179 --> 00:04:07,747 Thank you for your time, 131 00:04:07,847 --> 00:04:09,249 and I ask you for your support 132 00:04:09,349 --> 00:04:11,484 and your vote November 5th.