As our fall election season approaches, we want to explore what voters think of our election system and discuss the evolution of women’s political leadership at the state and federal levels.

In the first segment of this Civic Cocktail, our expert panel will discuss fresh survey results of voters from red and blue counties in Washington State about their perceptions and concerns about election integrity and voting rights. We’ll discuss whether people believe our system is free and fair and protected from threats and how we might prepare for contested elections.

In the second segment, we will discuss the legacy, challenges, and prospects of candidates who are women of color at the state and federal level in Washington and the influence of Vice President Kamala Harris’ campaign on both red and blue candidates.

Panelists

Segment 1 – Election Integrity and Voting Rights, Perspectives of Voters from Red and Blue Counties

• Julie Wise, Director, King County Elections
  Sam Low, WA State Representative, 10th Legislative District
  Zach Hyder, Co-Owner and CEO, Hubbell

Segment 2 – Women’s Political Leadership

• Carmen Goers, Candidate for Congress, District 8
  Joy Hollingsworth, Seattle City Council Member, District 3
  Cindy Ryu, WA House of Representative, 32nd LD
  Moderator – Alicia Crank, Executive Director, Seattle CityClub

More Event Information

• The event will be held in-person at The Collective in the South Lake Union neighborhood.
• The formal program begins at 6:30 pm. Doors open at The Collective at 5:30 pm for networking.
• Appetizers will be provided, and a cash bar is available.
• Parking: Street parking may be available, and a parking garage (for paid parking) is located under The Collective via the alley off Harrison.
• Bus/transit routes nearby: 62 bus line, RapidRide C-line, Route 320, SLU Streetcar

About Seattle CityClub

Seattle CityClub is a 40-year-old nonpartisan, civics-focused nonprofit, providing a platform for insightful and educational conversations that include a diverse range of perspectives.

About The Collective

The Collective is a new urban basecamp for the mind, body and soul. A vibrant, Members-only community in the heart of South Lake Union that merges dynamic space, active Members, neat programs and craveable food + beverage offerings.