Councilmember Kshama Sawant (District 3, Central Seattle), joined by community leaders, announce legislation making Seattle a sanctuary city for pregnant people and their doctors. The legislation is in response to the U.S. Supreme Court decision Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health, which overturned Roe v. Wade on Friday.
Speakers and attendees include:
Councilmember Kshama Sawant, Seattle City Council
Sam Sumpter, UAW Local 4121
Dr. Amy Zhang, Resident & Fellow Physician Union
Emily McArthur, Socialist Alternative
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