정책 실험실: 시애틀의 마지막 진보주의자가 불을 켤까요?

이미지 출처：https://www.theurbanist.org/2024/04/18/policy-lab-will-the-last-progressive-in-seattle-turn-on-the-lights/

The Policy Lab conducted a study on Seattle’s progressive policies and found that the city may be losing its progressive identity. According to the report, Seattle’s current leadership has been drifting away from its progressive roots and becoming less focused on social justice issues. The study highlights several key areas where this shift is evident, including housing, transportation, and environmental policies.

One of the biggest concerns raised in the report is the city’s approach to affordable housing. Despite being a key issue for many progressives, the report found that Seattle has been slow to implement policies that would increase affordable housing options for low-income residents. This lack of action has led to an increase in housing costs and displacement of marginalized communities.

Another area of concern is transportation policy. The report notes that Seattle’s current leadership has been investing heavily in road infrastructure projects, rather than prioritizing public transit and active transportation options. This shift towards car-centric policies is seen as a departure from progressive values that prioritize sustainable and equitable transportation solutions.

The Policy Lab’s report urges Seattle’s leaders to reconsider their priorities and recommit to a truly progressive agenda. It warns that if the city continues down its current path, it risks losing its reputation as a progressive leader in the nation. As Seattle grapples with these challenges, the question remains: Will the last progressive in Seattle turn on the lights?