Teachers Union President Resigns From DNC Amid Leadership Disputes

Seattle's historical development and ongoing urban divisions stem from early power struggles among its founding settlers, whose competing visions shaped the city's layout and land use policies. The city's waterfront growth accelerated dramatically during the Klondike Gold Rush, transforming it into a key hub served by multiple transcontinental railroads, with significant infrastructure including rail yards like Interbay and Argo Yard. Over time, land ownership and zoning policies, particularly single-family zoning, have entrenched socio-economic divides by prioritizing property interests over inclusivity, reinforcing barriers to affordable housing and shaping the city's demographic landscape. Contemporary debates around Seattle's future, such as those concerning the One Seattle Comprehensive Plan, reflect these enduring conflicts among the preservation class, the tech industry, and working-class residents, with disparities in influence and resources determining who controls urban development decisions. This systemic division underscores the broader theme of power dynamics in city planning and the challenge of fostering equitable growth.