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Listen: Bruce Harrell talks about his plans, strategy as Seattle mayor

Bruce Harrell
Parker Miles Blohm
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KNKX
Bruce Harrell

Today is Bruce Harrell's first Monday as the mayor of Seattle. He's taking over during a difficult time for the city. Omicron is pushing caseloads and infecting vaccinated people, turning public health strategy on its head. Homelessness is a monumental and growing issue without clear solutions. The city's future of policing is still up in the air.

KNKX's Morning Edition host Kirsten Kendrick talked to Harrell just before the holidays to gain some insight into his plan for the city.

Bruce Harrell talks with KNKX Morning Edition host Kirsten Kendrick ahead of taking office at Seattle mayor.
Parker Miles Blohm
/
KNKX
Bruce Harrell talks with KNKX Morning Edition host Kirsten Kendrick ahead of taking office at Seattle mayor.

Kirsten Kendrick hosts Morning Edition on KNKX and the sports interview series "Going Deep," talking with folks tied to sports in our region about what drives them — as professionals and people.
Vivian McCall is a former KNKX reporter, producer and host. She previously spent eight years as a reporter in Chicago, where she wrote for the Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun-Times and WBEZ public radio.