'Bye': Seattle mayor laughs off wealth exodus from her flagging, crime-ridden city
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson dismissed concerns about a reported wealth exodus from the city, attributing criticism to political bias rather than policy failure. She defended her administration's progressive tax policies and emphasized ongoing efforts to improve public safety and economic conditions. The comments come amid debates over the impact of taxation and urban governance on job growth and business retention in Seattle.
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