This speech from Mercer Island councilmember Craig Reynolds in support of reducing barriers to building permanent supportive housing is a remarkable thing to hear from an elected official in Mercer Island. "NIMBYism is not an effective strategy politically."

It has been inspiring to see candidates across the country running (and winning!) with a positive vision of the future that centers working people. @jennealderks.bsky.social is that candidate for LD1. I'm excited to cast my vote for them!

How To Scare Democrats Into Delivering

Replacing complacent Democrats with populist Democrats in blue districts can scare every other incumbent into action – or face the threat of being fired.

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Congratulations @jennealderks.bsky.social !!!

Keep the Evergreen State blue! Register Democrats in Washington and carry us to victory in 2026. Join @FieldTeam6.org at a voter drive in Bothell from 11:30 AM - 1 PM on Thursday, April 9. #Voterizer social.fieldteam6.org/s/o6d8lM2C

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Issaquah's new mayor and city council seems pretty aligned on the issue of housing, stacking their work plan with a broad array of reforms to tackle over the next 18 months...are and looking to Bothell as an inspiration.

@hacksandwonks.bsky.social thinking of you as you both heal and recover. When life is lifing, I’m glad you are taking the time you need to care for yourselves.

Bothell City Councilmember Jenne Alderks is a bold leader invested in building beloved community. We are honored that she sees our commitment to a community in which everyone is cared for and grateful for her endorsement! Learn more: tracyforkenmore.com #Vote #TracyforKenmore #Nov4

When is the Republican Party going to stop covering for a greedy and cruel child rapist?

Rep. Jamie Raskin@raskin.house.gov · last yr.

It’s painfully clear. By refusing to swear in Adelita Grijalva, Speaker Johnson’s covering up Jeffrey Epstein’s global sex-trafficking ring. Hey GOP: Bring back the House, cancel your health care cuts, reopen the government and release the files.

It’s not subtle

Emily L. Hauser (she/her) ❌👑@emilylhauser.bsky.social · last yr.

So, to be clear: *Federal employment, which built much of the Black middle class—attacked & slashed *Cities with Black mayors—targeted *Black neighborhoods/communities—invaded *Affirmative action @ colleges—eliminated *Black history—demonized, erased, & written over They are re- segregating.

Some inspiration for Bothell homeowners now that neighborhood scale retail is allowed (and encouraged) in Bothell!

Spokane Rising@spokanerising.com · last yr.

Legalize neighborhood cafés and accessory commercial units of all shapes and sizes.

Friday evening, Pride Across the Bridge hosted We Got You, a presentation featuring state, county and local leaders talking about actions being taken in Washington to ensure safety, belonging and civil rights for the 2SLGBTQIA community. Link to the recording here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=YfOZ...

We Got You: 2SLGBTQIA+ Protections & Resources in WA, Virtual Panel

YouTube video by Pride Across the Bridge

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www.theurbanist.org/2025/07/10/b... Yes I am unapologetically bragging about one of my cities again. Bothell is leading the way on creating a walkable, affordable and vibrant community.

Bothell Drops Parking Mandates, Legalizes Neighborhood Corner Stores Citywide » The Urbanist

# Bothell becomes the first city in either King or Snohomish County to fully eliminate off-street parking mandates in order to reduce costs for homebuilding. The move clearly solidifies the city as a ...

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Bothell leads the way! @masonthompson.bsky.social, @jennealderks.bsky.social, @doddzilla.bsky.social, @ramiok.bsky.social, @carstonc.bsky.social are all showing the rest of us in the Puget Sound region how local government should respond to the housing crisis -- and build better communities.

Why a WA city is removing parking requirements and allowing corner stores

Bothell is about to get "more Bothell," the city's mayor said. The city says updating its municipal code will make living there more affordable and welcoming.

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The Bothell City Council just voted 5-1 to drop all minimum off-street parking requirements at the same time that they approved the legalization of neighborhood cafes and corner stores everywhere in the city.

Community Action Agencies are the vital through-line for families and individuals working to get ahead. They meet each community’s unique needs, create local jobs, and provide well-trained employees ready to deliver essential services where they’re needed most. #CommunityAction

Before too long when we have events in downtown Bothell we'll just be able to put up bollards ❤️

Bothell is already The Cat's Pajamas due to the work of its fearless and visionary City Council, but in like, 10ish years when stuff is built it's going to be really amazing. Since they moved 522, it's been cool to see it grow.

Ryan Packer@typewriteralley.bsky.social · last yr.

Hot Parking Reform Summer continues as the Bothell City Council holds a public hearing Tuesday night on the full repeal of minimum parking requirements, along with the legalization of neighborhood cafes and corner stores. www.bothellwa.gov/AgendaCenter...

Moms only want one thing for Mother’s Day, and it’s safe bike infrastructure.

The stations are officially open!

Celebrating Light Rail opening in Redmond with @kccclaudia.bsky.social!

In Bothell, the two councilmembers who voted against a resolution explicitly spelling out the city's support for LGBTQIA+ people last month have both declined to file for re-election.

Jenne Alderks@jennealderks.bsky.social · 2y ago

Last night Bothell City Council passed a resolution (5-2) to proactively protect the civil rights of trans and gender diverse people at a time when those rights are under attack. The community showed up in support too. The photo shows the reaction in the room when the vote was finalized.

Sometimes the only way through is to create public value in the face of trauma and pain. I’m proud of the work North King County Cities have done in Washington (Bothell, Kenmore, Lake Forest Park, Shoreline & Kirkland) to build out the crisis continuum of care. www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news...

I grew up surrounded by suicidal ideation | Mental Health Perspectives

Bothell City Councilmember Jenne Alderks' mental health journey has led her to advocate for crisis care in North King County.

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Never again is now.

Andrea Junker@strandjunker.com · 2y ago

“Terrible things are happening outside. Poor helpless people are being dragged out of their homes. Families are torn apart. Men, women, and children are separated. Children come home from school to find that their parents have disappeared.” Diary of Anne Frank January 13, 1943

Last night Bothell City Council passed a resolution (5-2) to proactively protect the civil rights of trans and gender diverse people at a time when those rights are under attack. The community showed up in support too. The photo shows the reaction in the room when the vote was finalized.

With a policy like this, 40-60% more housing can be built, so we can prioritize housing people over housing cars. Thanks Rep Duerr, the local gov committee and 64 house members for passing this bill!

Ryan Packer@typewriteralley.bsky.social · 2y ago

Here is local government committee chair @davina425.bsky.social's floor speech on Washington's Parking Reform and Modernization Act, which passed the House by a 64-31 vote this afternoon. "This bill intends to stop the insanity and to prioritize housing people over housing cars."

Thank you, Mayor Mason Thompson of Bothell, for not just talking the talk but walking the walk—standing with the LGBTQIA+ community, with our neighbors, and with every single person who deserves to be seen, heard, and respected.

Ryan Packer@typewriteralley.bsky.social · 2y ago

A bunch of folks showed up to the Bothell City Council tonight to speak against a potential resolution affirming Bothell as a welcoming place for LGBTQIA+ people. Here was Bothell Mayor Mason Thompson's response.

I’m grateful that when I bring forward resolutions seeking to protect those who are marginalized in our community, this is the kind of support I get from my colleagues. Thank you @masonthompson.bsky.social @ramiok.bsky.social @amandadodd.bsky.social

Ryan Packer@typewriteralley.bsky.social · 2y ago

A bunch of folks showed up to the Bothell City Council tonight to speak against a potential resolution affirming Bothell as a welcoming place for LGBTQIA+ people. Here was Bothell Mayor Mason Thompson's response.

Vibe check: three councilmembers are openly LGBTQIA+, including me. I deeply and wholeheartedly appreciate the mayor and deputy mayor’s comments tonight. This is allyship in action. @masonthompson.bsky.social and @ramiok.bsky.social never disappoint when there is an opportunity to show up. 💜

Ryan Packer@typewriteralley.bsky.social · 2y ago

A bunch of folks showed up to the Bothell City Council tonight to speak against a potential resolution affirming Bothell as a welcoming place for LGBTQIA+ people. Here was Bothell Mayor Mason Thompson's response.

I have an exciting announcement! I am running for re-election for Bothell City Council Position 3. It has been the honor of a lifetime to serve the residents of Bothell, and I am running again to continue realizing the vision that council set forth. Please check out www.votejenne.com for more info.

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AOC: If you are an LGBTQ kid or family, we cannot throw you under the bus in order to win an election. In this house, we stand together