-Seattle needs council leadership
working on urgent citywide priorities,
not personal agendas.
I'm Dionne Foster,
and I'll bring focus and experience
to address housing affordability,
support people in crisis
and keep our city safe and welcoming for all.
My commitment to service is rooted in my career
as a city-policy analyst, philanthropic leader,
social work educator,
and from raising my family here in Seattle.
I've personally experienced the challenges facing
too many families, working multiple jobs,
unaffordable rent, and difficulty securing childcare.
And I've seen firsthand
how government investment can create stability
for families like mine.
I've worked citywide to advance housing and climate action,
and statewide to fund affordable childcare
through a capital gains tax.
On city council, I'll fight for bold,
progressive action to build a stronger Seattle.
We need more affordable homes in Seattle.
I'll prioritize getting people indoors with shelter,
treatment and permanent housing.
I'll end council inaction
that delays needed housing construction,
and I'll promote home ownership, prevent displacement
and back voter-approved social housing options
so all Seattleites have access to stable, affordable homes.
I've called 911 for both urgent and non-emergency situations,
and I want to ensure every call gets the right response.
I will support effective accountable policing,
advance gender equity in law enforcement,
and expand our care team.
I'll invest in youth engagement, behavioral health,
gun violence prevention,
and community-driven safety solutions.
I will prioritize leadership on climate
through advancing sustainable transportation,
and I will fight for workers, including gig workers,
by supporting our unions,
fair pay and safe workplace conditions.
I'm the only candidate for this seat endorsed
by Democratic Party organizations,
Planned Parenthood, MLK Labor,
Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal
and elected leaders representing Seattle at every level.
I ask for your vote.