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Saturday, December 13, 2025

Podcast: Community Leaders And Lawmakers Unite At State Of Black Washington Town Hall

The Black Members Caucus convened a town hall at Highline College to address the political, economic, and social challenges confronting Black Washingtonians. This gathering served as a rallying cry for action amid escalating threats to diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts nationwide, particularly with the 2024 election on the horizon. Paula Sardinas of the Washington Build Back Black Alliance joined the Seattle Medium’s Rhythm & News Podcast to discuss the event’s significance.

Interview by Chris B. Bennett.

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Podcast: Rhonda Lewis Appointed As First Black Woman On King County...

Rhonda Lewis has been appointed to represent District 2 on the King County Council, making history as the first Black woman to serve on the Council. Her appointment signifies a pivotal moment as women now constitute the majority of the nine-member Council for the first time in King County's history.