Elections Committee
The Urbanist was founded in 2014 to examine and influence urban policies. We believe cities provide unique opportunities for addressing many of the most challenging social, environmental, and economic problems. We serve as a resource for promoting urbanism, increasing political participation, and improving the places we live. The Elections Committee consists of community volunteers and staff members of The Urbanist and is a standing body representing the political values of our organization.
For the past two years, The Urbanist has strived to inform and enlighten our readers with coverage and endorsements of important local races. Beginning in 2015 with coverage of nine open seat on the Seattle City Council, we have expanded our efforts to include the Seattle Mayor and Port...
2016 has been a bit of a dumpster fire. Our national politics have turned the stomachs of even the most seasoned political veterans. But all is not lost. We still have a host of crucial local races that need your attention. From building a world-class public transit system, to...
The 2016 election has shown itself to be historically consequential for setting the direction of both our region and country. We are facing critical issues that test our system at its foundation. But we have risen to the occasion. Our elected officials are celebrated across the country for their well-reasoned, boundary-pushing...
For the second year, we at The Urbanist have embarked on a weeks-long endorsement process for key local political races, this year covering the 43rd Legislative and 7th Congressional races. The process serves several purposes: educating our readership, holding candidates accountable on urbanist issues and values, and helping good...
Last month, staff from The Urbanist met with candidates seeking election in the open seats of the 43rd Legislative District and 7th Congressional District for interviews. We also surveyed them on urban issues ranging from support of local initiatives like the Seattle Housing Levy and Sound Transit 3 to solutions...
Last month, staff from The Urbanist met with candidates seeking election in the open seats of the 43rd Legislative District and 7th Congressional District for interviews. We also surveyed them on urban issues ranging from support of local initiatives like the Seattle Housing Levy and Sound Transit 3 to solutions...
Earlier this month, staff from The Urbanist met with candidates seeking election in the open seats of the 43rd Legislative District and 7th Congressional District for interviews. We also surveyed them on urban issues ranging from support of local initiatives like the Seattle Housing Levy and Sound Transit 3 to...
Earlier this month, staff from The Urbanist met with candidates seeking election in the open seats of the 43rd Legislative District and 7th Congressional District for interviews. We also surveyed them on urban issues ranging from support of local initiatives like the Seattle Housing Levy and Sound Transit 3 to...