Join us in-person for the District 1 Debate at South Seattle College.

Doors will open at 6:00pm. The debate will begin promptly at 7pm. 

These debates will be moderated by local journalists. If you would like to submit a question for consideration to be asked during the debate, please do so while registering. 

Meet The Candidates

Rob Saka - District 1
https://www.voterobsaka.com/

Maren Costa - District 1

https://www.marenforseattle.org/

FAQs

What time should I arrive for the debate?

Doors for the debate open at 6pm and promptly close at 6:50pm, Please note: seating is first come, first serve.

What can I bring to the debate?

Literature and signage including campaign and political apparel is not allowed inside the debate venue.

Do I need to print a ticket?

No, guests will be checked in at the entrance to the auditorium.

Can I watch the debate somewhere else?

Broadcast live at 7pm PST and livestreamed.

How can find my district?":

You can use link below to find your district.

https://www.seattle.gov/cityclerk/agendas-and-legislative-resources/find-your-council-district

About Seattle Cityclub:

For over 40 years, Seattle CityClub, a nonpartisan nonprofit, has provided programs that inform, connect, and engage people around civic issues to help strengthen our region. The organization connects elected and community leaders with the public at Civic Cocktail, dives into local issues through Civic Boot Camp, and keeps elected officials accountable through a variety of programs including Legislative Preview, Year in Review, and state and local debates. For more information, visit SeattleCityClub.org.

About GSBA:

GSBA is Washington State’s LGBTQ+ and allied chamber of commerce, and the largest in North America. They represent small business, corporate, and nonprofit members who share the values of promoting equality and diversity in the workplace. GSBA proudly serves as a connector across the state, bringing the community together through business including complimentary business consulting and classes, while advocating for civil rights and small business in Olympia, promoting LGBTQ+ tourism through Travel Out, and investing in the next generation of leaders through The GSBA Scholarship & Education Fund.

Debates are presented in partnership with Comcast and The Seattle Colleges and Doordash

Thank you to our Debate Media partners: Converge Media, Crosscut, FOX13, KING 5, KIRO Radio, KUOW, Rainier Avenue Radio