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Kshama Sawant On Why It's Time For Socialism In Seattle

caption: Councilmember Kshama Sawant.
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Councilmember Kshama Sawant.
KUOW Photo/Deborah Wang

Kshama Sawant is the first socialist on Seattle’s City Council. Last year, she ran on a campaign platform of raising the minimum wage to $15, taxing the wealthy and rent control.

She spoke with The Stranger’s Charles Mudede about why now is the time for socialism in Seattle. This talk was recorded at Town Hall on March 18, 2014.

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