Civic Cocktail - High Stakes: The 2022 Election

Election season is here and the choices we make will have a big impact on our state and the nation’s future. A panel of regional journalists join us for a preview of what’s at stake on the November ballot. Plus, we take a deep dive into the politics behind the quest for disability rights in the workplace. An issue often overlooked but one that truly affects all of us.

Panelists:

Segment 1 - Election Preview
Carlton Winfrey, Seattle Times
Melissa Santos, AXIOS
Joseph O'Sullivan, Crosscut

Segment 2 - Disability Rights in the Workplace
Chris Brandt, CEO, AtWork!
Steve Nelson, Sr. Diversity Equity and Inclusion Specialist, Alaska Airlines

Moderator - Monica Guzman, Journalist and Author

About Civic Cocktail
Civic Cocktail connects elected and community leaders with the public for lively conversations about important issues facing our region. Whether you’re new to the Pacific Northwest, a self-described “civic nerd,” or looking to meet people engaged in their communities, your evening at this beloved program is sure to be friendly, fun, and fascinating. Civic Cocktail’s welcoming and conversational tone is inspired by our Dialogue Across Differences initiative.

About Seattle CityClub
Seattle CityClub is a 40-year-old nonpartisan, civics-focused nonprofit, providing a platform for insightful and educational conversations that include a diverse range of perspectives.