RIP to Lenny Wilkens, one of the greatest players and coaches (and player-coaches) in Supersonics history. His contributions to this city, including the 1979 championship, were enormous. He will be missed.

Most important, contra Westneat and Horsey, who seem to think this race is about grievance and anger: it’s really about hope. Hundreds of volunteers are out knocking on doors every week because they share our positive vision for Seattle's future. #ThisIsYOURCity

I guess we’re at the point in the campaign where pundits and consultants make excuses as to why their candidate is losing. 🧵 Westneat points to Trump and his fawning billionaires:

Mayoral candidate @wilsonforseattle.bsky.social made a second appearance on @lobbingscorchers.com and talked about the World Cup and her vision for Seattle (For the record: Mayor Harrell has declined an invite). www.sounderatheart.com/2025/10/lobb...

Thanks to @kuow.org for issuing this correction.

Taking a page out of @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social’s book: If you think the problem is that my parents are helping with my childcare expenses during this campaign, vote for Harrell. If you know the problem is that childcare is wildly unaffordable in Seattle, vote for me.

I just got around to actually reading this @kuow.org piece on me, and there’s ANOTHER major inaccuracy, beyond the "parents pay my bills" bit. 🧵

Shooting our next campaign video!

It's not just Mamdani. Michelle Wu, Katie Wilson--the Dems may soon have a remarkable cast of young, gifted mayors www.newyorker.com/news/the-led...

What changed is pretty simple! (1) The Lake City Fred Meyer closure threatens to create a food & pharmacy desert in a neighborhood that clearly has the customer base to support a grocery store. The surrounding community is angry about it and looking for solutions.

I had a great time talking with ‪@deanbaker13.bsky.social‬ on his Mostly Economics podcast about how local governments can support independent journalism and strengthen our democracy. Check it out! cepr.net/mostly-econo...

RSVP is live for the Wilson for Seattle family-friendly Bike Parade this upcoming Bicycle Weekend, cohosted with @seattlebikeblog.com! We’ll have bike decorating, snacks, a no-drop bike parade, and more! Join us August 23rd!

Waiting for the L8 at 5th and Denny… Can’t wait to break out the red paint!

Mayor Harrell rejected my “insinuation” on Thursday that suing over 7-month-old executive orders four days before a primary might be political. Today:

Just in case you needed evidence that Harrell’s campaign is fudging their numbers:

Quite an impressive feat to apparently create 1,000 new emergency units in the 12 days between when these two ads dropped

Running for mayor is no joke, but it also has fun tangents, like having a chance to show off your husband's bagel skills!

Cool FIFA World Cup Seattle idea: Elect Katie.

Incredible thread.

"Has Seattle had enough of business as usual?" Pretty sure the answer here is a resounding YES. AFAIK this is the first national reporting on @wilsonforseattle.bsky.social's campaign. By no means will it be the last. Our Mamdani, our Wu, our very own @wilsonkatieb.bsky.social.

You never know who you're going to run into in downtown Seattle...or whose video interview you're going to accidentally walk through. Congrats on getting the @theurbanist.org endorsement, @wilsonforseattle.bsky.social!

This is a bold step by the city workers, who stand to lose a lot by angering the famously grudge-holding Mayor. It is sign of the spreading realization that Bruce is vulnerable and a sign of their courage that they are willing to take this risk. Let's stand with the people who make Seattle work!

Hot off the presses: The Urbanist's primary election endorsements. Ballots arrive in mailboxes as soon as tomorrow. www.theurbanist.org/2025/07/16/2...

Reconsidering this, as the most recent filing shows Harrell’s campaign itself spent $35k on polling — presumably telling them to paint me as an angry, divisive, cop-hating socialist. I hope he feels that was money well spent!

Is this even an endorsement?

With ballots about to drop and just three weeks before Primary Election Day, it's clear the incumbent and his big-money backers are terrified of our campaign. I’m bracing for the attacks to begin. 🧵

Polling schmolling. Even the Seattle Times knows we need a new mayor.. “Harrell’s three major challengers — Katie Wilson, Ry Armstrong and Joe Mallahan — all claim Seattle is underperforming. They are correct.”

Reposting for the Monday crowd my case for @wilsonforseattle.bsky.social in @thestranger.com last Friday. We need leadership, and we have the chance for it.

It finally came and we had a blast racing the L8. With so many fellow transit riders!

Great letter from dozens of WA elected officials, including four Seattle city councilmembers, committing to action after the passage of Trump's bill. Where is Mayor Bruce Harrell's signature?

On July 4th, Mayor Harrell gave the welcoming speech at a celebration for over 500 new Americans at Seattle Center, saying that in contrast to Trump, “we choose a different path… rooted in… inclusion and a clear pathway to citizenship.” Unfortunately, his actions haven’t lived up to these values. 🧵

Part 1 of Katie’s conversation with @lookoutlanding.bsky.social writer and Seattle Mariners expert @johntrupin.bsky.social ⚾️

This Independence Day, I didn’t just watch a baseball game. I thought a lot about the ideals our country is supposed to stand for. Freedom. Opportunity. Democracy. 🧵

Only thing better than a 3-0 lead is a 6-0 win! Had a fantastic time talking with @wilsonforseattle.bsky.social about the Mariners, what makes us proud about Seattle, and how she intends to build a more affordable city for more folks and families to enjoy.

I’m thrilled that Councilmember Alexis Mercedes Rinck is taking the lead on raising new progressive revenue at a moment when the city is facing a massive budget shortfall and the threat of federal cuts. 🧵

My wife and I just filled out our Democracy Vouchers for @wilsonforseattle.bsky.social and you should too! wilsonforseattle.com/democracy-vo... Click "online replacement form" and get a friend to join you!

This is an excellent, in-depth article about chronic poor management at three publicly-subsidized ArtSpace apartment buildings in Seattle, and the struggles of artists to make it in this increasingly high-cost city. 🧵

Let’s talk about what supporting Social Housing in Seattle really means. 🧵

Farm Stand has been a wonderful partner in helping us bring our food to restaurants and food access programs. We love Farm Stand!

Last Saturday, Seattle showed up. I was proud to stand with my fellow Seattleites, and millions across the country, to peacefully register our profound dissent from the anti-democratic, cruel, and dangerous actions of the Trump administration. Now, it’s time for City leaders to do their part.

This is unacceptable. We can do better.

I’m sympathetic to the municipal grocery store idea and certainly open to it. But I don’t think we can assume this is an easy solution to high prices or food deserts. 🧵

Katie Wilson, the labor organizer and Transit Riders Union leader, won the sole endorsement of the 37th District Democrats in the Seattle mayor’s race yesterday. It’s a blow to incumbent Bruce Harrell, who lives in the 37th and represented the area on city council.

I’m thrilled that a ban on algorithmic rent-setting is poised for possible passage next week. I invite the council to take up more elements of my platform, why not get a head start between now and November? 😉

I can’t believe I’m writing this. due to Mayor Harrell’s misplaced priorities, Tent City 4 is AGAIN at risk of losing its new location just three months after securing it. The camp is in a lengthy & expensive process to install power & water - reasonable when they expected to stay for a year. 🧵

On Tuesday, the Seattle City Council passed a resolution signaling support for a plan to allow 80 8-foot tall advertising kiosks to be placed on sidewalks downtown and throughout the city. I’m conflicted — and I’m curious what other people think. 🧵

I see we have another G Line fan running for mayor! @wilsonforseattle.bsky.social

While I was waiting at the bus stop I assigned all my vouchers for Katie Wilson — you can too! Need help? Reach out to @wilsonforseattle.bsky.social We need a housing and transit champion, action-oriented, kind leader for our city! democracyvoucher.seattle.gov/vouchers/

Join us Saturday at El Centro de La Raza in Beacon Hill to show support for your next mayor, Katie Wilson! Can’t wait to see you! WilsonForSeattle.com

Katie has officially collected more vouchers than any other candidate in the race! Keep sending them our way! WilsonForSeattle.com www.seattle.gov/democracyvou...