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-Hello. I'm Jay Fathi.
I was raised in North Seattle
by a single mom
who worked hard
to find both affordable rent
and family-wage employment.
My dad was an immigrant from Iran
when America welcomed
those who sought
freedom and opportunity.
These are the values my wife, Joelle, and I
are instilling in our two sons.
As a doctor who has been
dedicated to community health
in Seattle for nearly three decades,
I'm the only candidate
who has provided care
to low-income, homeless,
and vulnerable populations
in our city
and expanded affordable healthcare
to serve thousands across our state.
That unique experience
is critical to tackling
the public-health crisis
on our streets.
There are no easy solutions,
but inaction while unsheltered people
and our quality of life suffer
is inexcusable.
Serving our community
as a family physician,
I've also learned to first listen
when solving problems.
I'll bring that same approach
to the Council.
Seattle is a wonderful city
with a progressive commitment
to equity and innovation,
but too often, our Council
doesn't seem to listen.
In particular,
the disconnect between City Hall
and the problems
of neighborhood crime must end.
Everyone deserves
to feel safe in our city.
I've also volunteered in our schools
and served as medical director
at the Ballard High School health clinic.
As a proud
Seattle public-school graduate
with my own two sons
in public schools,
I will advocate
for our students and educators.
I believe that
Seattle's growth is both energizing
and marginalizing,
forcing young families
and seniors
out of our neighborhoods.
I'll target growth
along new transit and urban centers,
build affordable-sized
family homes,
and help seniors
and fixed-income households.
It's time for new,
experienced voices on our Council
to address our complex challenges
with a focus on the needs
of our neighborhoods.
I am honored to have the endorsements
of SEIU Healthcare 1199 and 775,
UFCW 21,
and former mayor Tim Burgess.
But the support that means the most to me
is from my neighbors across the district.
I would be honored to earn your vote.