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Seattle News Tonight: The Big O Shares His Takeaways on Katie Wilson Interview 

Last night, The Big O joined Seattle News Tonight to discuss his recent conversation with Mayor-elect Katie Wilson on “The Big O Show.” Salisbury shared his post-interview reflections, offered insight into the new administration's structural changes and its strategy for tackling chronic issues in the Chinatown International District (CID), including Little Saigon. 

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Mayor-Elect Katie Wilson’s Transition Team Puts Community and Young Voices at The Table 

By Elizah Lourdes Rendorio, Journalist Intern, The University of Washington - Seattle’s Mayor-elect Katie Wilson held her first transition meeting team Tuesday, Dec. 9 at El Centro De La Raza. Her 60-member team, which includes a group of student and youth advisors, convened to set the administration's initial agenda and priorities before taking office in January. 


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Mayor-Elect Wilson's In-Depth Sit-Down Reveals a Community Organizer's Plan for City Hall

Mayor-elect Katie Wilson recently appeared on “The Big O Show” to discuss her transition into office and her administration's priorities, including homelessness and public safety. Wilson announced for the first time that she will keep Shon Barnes as Seattle Police Chief. "I've had several conversations now with Chief Barnes and I will be retaining him as our police chief,” she said. 

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Mayor-Elect Wilson Appoints Transition Director and Co-Chairs

Seattle Mayor-Elect Katie Wilson has announced the key personnel who will lead her transition into office. The team is composed of local leaders with experience in government, business, labor, housing, and community development, with the stated goal of preparing the new administration for success upon taking office.

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Katie Wilson Addresses the Public in First Press Conference Since Mayoral Win

SEATTLE, WA – Seattle Mayor-elect Katie Wilson addressed the public on Thursday afternoon at the Seattle Labor Temple following her narrow win, framing her ascension to the city's highest office as a victory for the thousands of volunteers and working-class residents who powered her grassroots campaign.

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Harrell Reflects on Tenure, Passes Torch to Wilson in Concession Speech

SEATTLE, WA – Outgoing Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell delivered his concession speech Thursday afternoon at City Hall, just weeks before he is set to leave office. Speaking after a narrow election loss, the Mayor congratulated Mayor-elect Katie Wilson and reflected on his four years in office.

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