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Washington State
Bob Ferguson
Climate Commitment Act
Capital Gains Tax
KUOW
Dave Reichert
Washington State Governor's Race
Initiative 2066
SEIU 775
Washington State Politics
Public Sector Labor Unions
Kamala Harris
Democratic Governors Association
Washington Education Association
Building Industry Association Of Washington
Puget Sound Energy
Public Safety
Republican Party
Democratic Party
Donald Trump

A podcast about the candidates, policies, and perspectives shaping the Pacific Northwest. There’s a lot to wade through when it comes to Washington State politics. The drama, the facts, the money, and the movers and shakers. In Sound Politics KUOW host Libby Denkmann and politics reporter Scott Greenstone go beyond the ballot to guide you through what’s happening in local politics, why it matters,... more

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We're going deep on taxes this week, even though it's only February. State Democrats have released their so-called millionaire's tax, and we talk about why one particular Dem isn't sold yet.

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Where did the idea come from to push back against President Trump by holding a general strike? The story takes us back 100 years to shipyard workers in Seattle. We’ll hear why people think general strikes are an effective protest today and whether th... more

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One year into President Trump's second term, we check in with Washington state’s biggest Trump supporter (or at least, the biggest one in our Congressional delegation) Rep. Michael Baumgartner of Spokane. We also talk with the biggest Trump adversary... more

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Democrats think that this is the year when voters and the courts will side with them on an income tax. Axios' Melissa Santos and the Washington Observer's Paul Queary join us to talk about why. They'll also break down what they're watching during thi... more

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Recent Guests

Fay Gunther
President of UFCW 3000, representing grocery and healthcare workers
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Episode: Do “general strikes” work? Seattle history has an answer
Connor Casey
Head of the Labor Archives of Washington at UW
University of Washington
Episode: Do “general strikes” work? Seattle history has an answer
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Representative for Washington's 5th District
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Episode: How do you measure a year in Trump?
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Washington State Attorney General
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Episode: How do you measure a year in Trump?
Melissa Santos
Politics reporter at Axios
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Episode: Incoming: a state income tax showdown with Ferguson onboard
Katie Wilson
Newly inaugurated mayor of Seattle.
City of Seattle
Episode: Katie Wilson: Socialist mayor running a capitalist city
Sara Nelson
Outgoing Seattle City Council President
Episode: Sugar, spice and everything dais
Jamie Pedersen
Senate Majority Leader and representative for Washington's 43rd District
Washington State Legislature
Episode: Can taxing millionaires fix WA’s broken budget?
Shon Barnes
Chief of Police in Seattle
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Episode: Policing rain city

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Libby Denkmann
Host of Sound Politics
Scott Greenstone
Co-host of Sound Politics and KUOW politics reporter

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 83 ratings
  • Great local news!

    It’s fantastic to get detailed information about Washington state politics and budgets. This podcast is educational and entertaining

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HappyWithGame
    United States10 months ago
  • In depth and balanced

    Sounds great and has excellent coverage of WA ballot initiatives.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    P.erry
    United Statesa year ago
  • Good summary on local politicians and issues..

    I appreciate the take on the Governor’s race and other local issues. I’d like to know more about mysterious Eastern Washington. Why have the Dems abandoned it? What is going on with Cathy McMorris Rogers? What about Dan Newhouse and his strategy for staying in office? Also why aren’t more Washingtonians angry about the electoral college? Keep it up Sound Politics!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Cme2see
    United Statesa year ago
  • Sounding great

    Making WA politics fun and interesting

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sockeye12
    United States2 years ago
  • Engaging hosts who’ve done their homework

    Washington State could use a nonpartisan podcast that regularly digs into the Olympia scene and state politics. The debut episodes for this show hosted by the likable Scott Greenstone and Libby Denkman are promising.

    Apple Podcasts
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    OlyMan12
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the detailed information about Washington state political affairs, finding it both educational and entertaining.
There is a desire for more nuanced discussions, particularly around less covered regions and issues within the state.
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The analytical approach to local politics is well received, particularly surrounding ballot initiatives and election coverage.

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Do “general strikes” work? Seattle history has an answer
Q: How do you think the history of 1919 is remembered among labor organizers here in Seattle today?
It allows us to understand that it's possible for the labor movement to lead and be part of making change in our communities.
Do “general strikes” work? Seattle history has an answer
Q: What is your read on these calls for a nationwide shutdown on Friday?
We support the call and know that to make real change, we need to take on corporate power and stop the money flow.
How do you measure a year in Trump?
Q: How do you rate the president's promise to stay out of foreign wars?
Baumgartner expresses surprise at the effectiveness of Trump's foreign policy moves, stating that he has been more successful than he initially anticipated.
How do you measure a year in Trump?
Q: What grade would you give the Trump economy?
Baumgartner defends the Trump administration's economic policies as having accomplished significant tax cuts and argues that the economy is doing well overall despite some challenges.
Katie Wilson: Socialist mayor running a capitalist city
Q: What do you think this baby developer needs to be successful?
Katie Wilson expresses that the social housing developer needs to be ready to receive funding and begin acquiring and developing housing efficiently.

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