Seattle Day Cares Demand Increased Police Presence After Recent Shootings

Seattle City Councilmember Kshama Sawant opposes adding police resources to the Central District neighborhood following a drive-by shooting near a day care. The owner of the day care criticized Sawant for not supporting the community, while advocates for the Central District have called for increased police presence. Sawant, who advocates for defunding the police, argues that increasing police funding has not proven effective and believes alternative strategies should be pursued. Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell has pledged to invest in safety resources for the area. Sawant is not seeking re-election.