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City Inside/Out: Renters' Rights Debate
1/31/202029:01
Should landlords be able to evict their tenants without providing a reason? Seattle, Burien and Federal Way already have "good cause" laws to protect renters, and lawmakers are considering expanding these rights statewide. Seattle is also considering a wintertime eviction ban, but property owners argue it would be unconstitutional and would create hardship for both landlords and tenants. We hear from both sides.
Guests:
Xochitl Maykovich, Political Director, Washington CAN!
Roger Valdez, Director, Seattle for Growth
Ginny Ferguson, Renter
Rick Glenn, Yakima Valley Landlords Association
Lindy Harvey, Property Manager
Nicole Macri, State Representative (D-43rd)
Kshama Sawant, Seattle City Council
Craig Swanson, Property Manager
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