A Seattle Leader Who Will Show Up & Listen

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Eddie Lin is running for Seattle City Council to champion the issues that really matter to the South End. 

Eddie is dedicated to uplifting communities through public service, a value he learned from his parents. His father spent his life researching Alzheimer's, strokes, and autism, and his mother is a lifelong social worker and therapist, something she continues to this day at age 85. Eddie is frustrated by the lack of action on the crises impacting the South End, including public safety, affordability, homelessness, and struggling public schools. After decades of oppression through redlining and segregation, employment discrimination, and a systemic lack of investment, it’s time for a leader who shows up, listens and who will empower South End residents and businesses to help our community thrive.

Eddie needs our help to ensure the South End is no longer ignored. He’s not backed by the super-rich or mega-corporations, he’s counting on you.

Will you pitch in to help ensure Eddie’s grassroots movement has the support it needs to succeed?

Eddie’s vision for our community

Seattle should be a place where everyone can afford to live and thrive. Whether it's seniors on fixed incomes, new families putting down roots, or students working hard to build their future, our city needs to be more affordable and accessible.

Right now, skyrocketing costs are driving out our neighbors, forcing small businesses to close, and putting a strain on our public schools. We need bold leadership to tackle affordability head-on, so Seattle remains a city where working families, entrepreneurs and future generations can succeed. 

For nearly a decade Eddie has served as an Assistant City Attorney for the Office of Housing, rolling up his sleeves to address the affordability crisis head on. He’s the only candidate with extensive affordable housing experience and will hold City leaders accountable - just like he has as he supported the construction of thousands of units of affordable housing across the entire city

Meet Eddie →

  • Fair Taxation & Economic Justice

    Eddie won’t let the poorest Seattleites foot the bill while the wealthiest residents fail to pay their fair share. He will fight for a tax system that is fair and equitable, one that ensures those with the most contribute their part. By addressing Seattle’s regressive tax structure, Eddie will work to create a more just economy for all.

  • Accountability & Good Governance

    Eddie is committed to ensuring taxpayers get the most from our limited resources and restoring trust in government. He believes in transparency, accountability, and making sure public dollars are spent wisely. By prioritizing efficiency and responsible budgeting, Eddie will work to ensure every dollar goes toward improving lives in Seattle.

  • Investing in Essential Services

    Seattleites deserve leaders who will increase investments to meet the growing needs of our communities, not deepen the harm by slashing essential services. Eddie knows that strong public programs, from housing to healthcare, are the foundation of a thriving city. He will fight to expand resources so every Seattle resident has access to the support they need.

  • Defending Our Communities from Trump’s Attacks

    Eddie is ready to push back against Trump’s relentless attacks on our communities by strengthening local institutions and supporting community-based organizations. Seattle needs bold leadership that will invest in our neighborhoods, not leaders who will retreat in the face of pressure. Eddie will stand firm to protect the services our communities rely on.

  • Public Safety & Emergency Response

    Eddie believes that when our neighbors call 911, they deserve an immediate and effective response. That’s why he supports hiring and recruiting more law enforcement, social workers, and mental health professionals, especially from within our community. By ensuring first responders have the proper cultural training and skills, we can build a system that truly understands and serves the people of Seattle.

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“Everyone in our community deserves to feel safe, to have an affordable place to live, and good schools for their kids. I'm running to ensure City Hall listens to our needs and taxes wealthy corporations to fund the essential services we rely on.”

— Eddie Lin