News

• Statement on violence against Asian Americans  | May 5, 2021

  We don’t yet know all the facts about the latest case, what we do know is that xenophobic violence against Asians and Asian Americans is not new. As we see cases on the rise during the pandemic, we must take action to keep everyone safe… READ MORE

• Crosscut story: WA lawmakers look to fix climate while solving the housing crisis | February 19, 2021

  Please take a minute to read this story about growth, climate change, and our state’s housing crisis. Thank you!

• Op-ed in The Everett Herald: Planning for change by changing how we plan | February 18, 2021

  Please click here or on the screen-shot below to read my op-ed about smarter planning in The Everett Herald.  

• Climate change and the first remote legislative session | January 15, 2021

  Dear neighbors,  This is an unusual legislative session—the first ever remote session in our state’s history, and hopefully the last. And it’s an unusual year.  We face difficult problems, including… READ MORE

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  The Urbanist’s Wonkabout Washington: The Little Climate Goal Bill That Could | March 25, 2020

  Leadership in the House: Our current legislature is blessed with many new members with bold visions and a desire for action. This year Representative Davina Duerr (D-Bothell) stepped up to lead… READ MORE