Seattle’s new progressive mayor shows a pragmatic side

Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson has been in office for just over two months. It’s her first-ever elected position. The self-described socialist and progressive defeated incumbent Mayor Bruce Harrell last November by just over 2,000 votes.

Wilson sat down with KNKX Morning Edition host Kirsten Kendrick to talk about how she’s approaching her priorities, from housing to budget cuts.

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This interview has been edited for length and clarity.

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