In this retrospective, NPI’s founder and executive director assesses what our July 2021 poll findings were able to tell us about the August 2021 Top Two election in the Emerald City.
Monthly Archives: August 2021
Posted inElections
Lawsuit filed to block Charter Amendment 29 from the November 2021 Seattle ballot
If the lawsuit is successful, the debate over Compassion Seattle’s plan to alter the Emerald City’s plan of government to add new directives on homelessness would be over before the fall campaign could rev into high gear.
Posted inPolicy Topics
Will Democrats unite to defend good deeds of the Biden-Harris administration, or snipe while Republicans fire their guns?
Progressive and partially conservative Democrats are split on how quickly to approve infrastructure. The Republicans are directing their fire at the priorities included in the budget reconciliation process. Can Democrats unite to wage a strong front in the midterms?
Posted inElections
Tim Eyman says he’s joining a group pushing voter suppression schemes in swing states
If we are to remain a democratic republic, voter suppression schemes like the kind Eyman plans to work on must be defeated.
Posted inLegislative Advocacy
A momentous day: U.S. Senate gives final approval to bipartisan infrastructure bill
Bipartisan legislation to invest serious money in tackling America’s persistent infrastructure deficit has won final approval, with more than a dozen Republicans crossing the aisle to deliver a lopsided margin of victory for President Joe Biden’s top legislative priority.
Posted inElections
Andrew Cuomo finally resigns; Kathy Hochul to become first female Governor of New York
“Given the circumstances, the best way I can help now is if I step aside and let government get back to governing,” Cuomo said in a livestreamed message from his office that many found difficult to watch. “And therefore, that’s what I’ll do.”
Posted inHealthcare, Policy Topics
COVID-19 Update: Governments at every level begin rolling out vaccine mandates
Getting all of us protected against an incredibly infectious disease that ruthlessly maims and kills is arguably the most pro-life move ever. So let’s get it on.
Posted inElections
Nikkita Oliver overtakes Sara Nelson to assume the lead for Seattle City Council #9
As of Monday, August 9th, 2021, Oliver has 40.15% of the vote, while Nelson has 39.52%. Brianna Thomas remains in third place with 13.4%.
Posted inLegislative Advocacy
Last Week In Congress: How Cascadia’s U.S. lawmakers voted (August 2nd-6th)
The week’s major votes included confirmation of Ur Mendoza Jaddou to serve as the Homeland Security Department’s director of citizenship and immigration services and passage of several amendments to the Invest in America Act, the bipartisan infrastructure bill currently under consideration in the Senate.
Posted inElections
From third to first: Nicole Thomas-Kennedy leads for City Attorney; Pete Holmes concedes
There has been another lead change in the race for Seattle City Attorney, the second in as many days. Meanwhile, incumbent Pete Holmes has acknowledged his time in office will be coming to an end.
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Tom Campion is a donor with a cause who once hosted President Obama at his home. This week, he got to introduce Joe Biden.
On Monday, the Democratic Party hosted an electronic fundraiser. Zumiez CEO Tom Campion, who has helped the party raise money for years, and whose philanthropy has helped defend the Arctic Refuge against drilling, had the honor of introducing President Joe Biden.
Posted inElections
Seattle City Attorney update: Pete Holmes drops to third, trails Nicole Thomas-Kennedy
It’s looking increasingly likely that the coming November runoff for Seattle City Attorney will not include incumbent Pete Holmes, who our polling previously indicated was in serious danger of being eliminated in the Top Two election.
Posted inElections
Democrats are on the verge of picking off yet another Republican in King County government. It’s a years-long trend.
Endangered is veteran Republican Councilmember Kathy Lambert, who has as of the second drop a less-than-impressive 41.38% of the vote with Democratic challenger Sarah Perry not far behind at 34.23%.
Posted inElections
Sara Nelson, Nikkita Oliver ahead in contest for Seattle City Council Position #9
In early returns, Nelson had a plurality of the vote (42.4%), trailed by Oliver (at 35%). Brianna Thomas will likely be eliminated from contention when the results are certified.