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Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson responds to wealthy residents leaving over taxes

During an April 16 panel discussion at Seattle University, Mayor Katie Wilson laughed and said "Bye!" when asked about prosperous people leaving Washington due to high taxes. The comment came as Wilson and King County Executive Girmay Zahilay discussed progressive taxation policy. Wilson expressed enthusiasm for a billionaire tax that passed the legislature.

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This event sits in the top 20% of divergence this week. 2 outlets covered it, splitting into 2 framing camps across 1 bias group.
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How each outlet covered it
ReasonRight-Center2d ago
Seattle's Socialist Mayor Laughs at Wealthy Residents Leaving To Escape High Taxes
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NY PostRight3d ago
Seattle's socialist mayor slammed for dismissive wave to tax-weary residents
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Event #6110 · analyzed at 2026-05-04T12:52 UTC · last updated 2d ago