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Readers’ Roundup June 7, 2025: Citizens are Speaking Up

Our post, “Spokane Progressive Trifecta proposes 7-Day Urban Camping Permits” generated active reader reactions. READ ALL HERE.

Spokane Progressive Trifecta proposes 7-Day Urban Camping Permits

As Spokane prepares for one of its hallmark events, Hoopfest!, Spokane City Council is floating a plan to permit the habitual homeless (and outsiders) 7-day urban campaign permits.

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Bingle opponent says “Sex Work is Real Work”

“Let’s get this straight. Sarah Dixit believes that adding alcohol to stripper establishments is a solution to the problem that plagues so many young people, especially women, who get caught up in the sex trades? READ ALL HERE.

Watch Zappone at AOC Rally call out the “Spokane Oligarchy”

Zappone goes on to brag about how he manipulated Nadine Woodward debate videos, is a proud member of the Progressive Trifecta as they are able to have their way, and to call out the “Save Our Spokane” organization as a threat to Spokane.

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