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The contradiction at the heart of King County’s drug policy

As residents of King County, we face a troubling contradiction: Our public health officials distribute glass pipes and foil for smoking illicit drugs in the name of harm reduction. Yet, these same items end up littering our parks, creating the very public harm these policies claim to prevent. King County Behavioral Health’s harm reduction strategies have yielded unintended consequences that pose a threat to our community. By distributing paraphernalia such as foil and glass pipes,

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Seattle mayoral debate: Harrell, Wilson spar over public safety, homelessness

(The Center Square) – Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell and challenger Katie Wilson, a progressive organizer, clashed Friday night in a televised debate hosted by KING 5 and The Seattle Times. The two mayoral candidates previously met on the debate stage on Sept. 23 and Thursday. The debate focused several contentious major issues, including public safety and homelessness. Harrell, seeking a second term, touted his experience and track record of managing the Emerald City’s many challenges.

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Seattle mayoral debate: Harrell, Wilson spar over public safety, homelessness

(The Center Square) – Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell and challenger Katie Wilson, a progressive organizer, clashed Friday night in a televised debate hosted by KING 5 and The Seattle Times. The two mayoral candidates previously met on the debate stage on Sept. 23 and Thursday. The debate focused several contentious major issues, including public safety and homelessness. Harrell, seeking a second term, touted his experience and track record of managing the Emerald City’s many challenges.

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Harrell, Wilson offer distinct approaches to Seattle’s food, medicine deserts

(The Center Square) – With another major grocery store in Seattle set to close later this month, the issue of food and medicine deserts is a growing concern for some Emerald City residents. Seattle’s two mayoral candidates have different approaches to taking on the problem. Food deserts are neighborhoods with limited access to affordable, nutritious food. Medicine deserts are areas lacking sufficient healthcare providers or pharmacies. The two mayoral candidates’ urgency to address food and

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