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Transit Riders Union Charts New Course After Katie Wilson's Election

Transit Riders Union Charts New Course After Katie Wilson's Election

Update: 2025-12-16
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The Transit Riders Union faces a transformation as its longtime leader prepares to become Seattle's mayor. For over a decade, the grassroots organization has built power for working people across King County. With Katie Wilson headed to City Hall, TRU is navigating a leadership transition while positioning itself to push an ambitious agenda.

Wes Mills, TRU's new General Secretary, discussed how the organization is adapting and what comes next.

As always, a full text transcript of the show is available at officialhacksandwonks.com.

Follow us on Bluesky at @HacksAndWonks. Find the host, Crystal Fincher, on Bluesky at @finchfrii, find Wes Mills on Bluesky at @oowm.org, and Transit Riders Union at transitriders.org/.

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Transit Riders Union Charts New Course After Katie Wilson's Election

Transit Riders Union Charts New Course After Katie Wilson's Election

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