During President Trump’s first 100 days in office, he’s pursued policies of division and exclusion, whereas Seattle has continued to push ahead with progressive vision for a more inclusive city and country. Comparing 100 Day Actions:
Affordable Housing
Trump Action:
- Proposed de-funding the Community Development Block Grant
- Proposed reduced funding for HUD
Seattle Action:
- Mayor Murray Unveiled Affordable Housing Proposal for Chinatown-International District
- Mayor Murray designated long-neglected Mt. Baker sites for revitalization
- Issued proposal for Uptown Urban Center
- Mayor Murray Signs U District Rezone Legislation triggering mandatory affordable housing creation
Public Safety
Trump Action:
- Threatened to de-fund “Sanctuary Cities”
- Pulled back on consent decrees covering police reform
Seattle Action:
- Mayor Murray transmitted landmark police accountability legislation to Council
- Seattle Police Department reaches initial compliance with Use of Force Reforms
Homelessness
Trump Action:
- De-funded the United States Interagency Council on Homelessness
Seattle Action:
- Mayor Murray, Paul G. Allen announced partnership to provide $35 million to support homeless families
- King County, Seattle, cities unite on regional tax plan to fight homelessness
- City launched Navigation Team, announced 24/7 Navigation Center to support people experiencing homelessness
- Mayor announced Consolidated Action Plan on homelessness
Transportation
Trump Action:
- Proposed de-funding EPA
- Rolled back vehicle efficiency standards
Seattle Action:
- Mayor Murray unveils updated Pedestrian Master Plan, investments improving safety in Seattle neighborhoods
- Mayor Murray, stakeholders announced framework to complete ‘missing link’ of Burke-Gilman Trail
- Metro, SDOT expanded late-night bus service for workers, travelers and nightlife denizens
Climate Change
Trump Action:
- Threatened to leave Paris Climate Accord
- Nominated a climate-change denier to lead EPA
Seattle Action:
- Mayor Murray, in partnership with 100 Resilient Cities, appointed Jessica Finn Coven as Seattle’s first Chief Resilience Officer
- Mayor Murray attends March for Science on Earth Day, champions local climate action
- Seattle recognizes Earth Day by releasing environmental progress report Moving the Needle
Immigration
Trump Action:
- Discriminatory travel ban on individuals traveling from predominantly Muslim countries
- Threatened to de-fund so-called “sanctuary cities” that serve all residents
- Had ICE ramp up immigration raids, including some resulting in deportation of Dreamers without due process
Seattle Action:
- Mayor Ed Murray delivered the State of the City address from the Idris Mosque in North Seattle.
- Held an immigration workshop on inauguration day with over 800 volunteers
- Seattle City Council passed a resolution affirming the City of Seattle’s commitment as a Welcoming City by a unanimous vote (9-0).
- City of Seattle filed Freedom of Information Act requests for information relating to Trump immigration order
- Mayor Murray: Seattle joined national legal fight against Trump’s Muslim ban
- Mayor Murray statement on federal judge blocking President Trump on ‘sanctuary city’ funding
Civil Rights
Trump Action:
- Rescinded rules on bathrooms protecting transgender students
Seattle Action:
- City joined lawsuit for transgender student rights
- Upheld travel ban on North Carolina for City business
Economic Development
Trump Action:
- Took credit for job creation begun under previous administration
- Proposed massive tax cuts for wealthy and health care bill that would leave 24 million more people without coverage
Seattle Action:
- Mayor Murray calls on local employers to connect more youth with jobs
- Mayor Murray joins other mayors in calling for federal investment in affordable, accessible broadband
- Mayor Murray applauds Seattle’s Priority Hire, announces program expansion
Women’s Equality
Trump Action:
- Included language to de-fund Planned Parenthood in Trump Care
Seattle Action:
Other
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