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Police in Seattle should embrace fed review
The ranks of the Seattle Police Department are filled with outstanding, dedicated people. But there's clearly something behind the weakening public confidence.
Tim Burgess
Tim Burgess served for 10 years as a Seattle City Council member and as the city’s 55th mayor. He retired in 2017. He is also a former Seattle police officer and detective.
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