Keith Blocker's guest appearances

Keith Blocker

Citizen Tacoma

Crossing Division

Sean Robinson

Victoria Woodards

Marty Campbell

Beth Doglio

Derek Young

John Hines

Evelyn Lopez

Erik Hanberg

David Fischer

Brett Johnson

Kevin Grossman

Melanie Morgan

Christine Kilduff

Jessica Gavre

Dan Voelpel

OwlTail

Host Erik Hanberg continues his series of interviews with elected officials in Tacoma about policing in our community. Today’s guest is Council Member and Deputy Mayor Keith Blocker, who represents District 3, which comprises Hilltop, Central Tacoma, and parts of South Tacoma. Links  Interview with Kristina Walker about policing in Tacoma Interview with Catherine Ushka about policing in Tacoma Interview with John Hines about policing in Tacoma “Transforming Tacoma into an anti-racist organization“ 21st Century Policing recommendations Channel 253 membership

Host Erik Hanberg continues his series of interviews with elected officials in Tacoma about policing in our community. Today’s guest is Council Member and Deputy Mayor Keith Blocker, who represents District 3, which comprises Hilltop, Central Tacoma, and parts of South Tacoma. <h3>Links</h3> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.citizentacoma.com/2021/02/01/council-member-kristina-walker-policing-in-tacoma/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Interview with Kristina Walker about policing in Tacoma</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.citizentacoma.com/2021/02/03/council-member-catherine-ushka-policing-in-tacoma/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Interview with Catherine Ushka about policing in Tacoma</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.citizentacoma.com/2021/02/08/council-member-john-hines-policing-in-tacoma/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Interview with John Hines about policing in Tacoma</a></li> <li>“<a href="https://www.cityoftacoma.org/cms/one.aspx?pageId=192840" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Transforming Tacoma into an anti-racist organization</a>“</li> <li><a href="https://www.cityoftacoma.org/in_the_news/preliminary_recommendations_on_policing" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">21st Century Policing recommendations</a></li> <li><a href="https://channel253.com/membership" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Channel 253 membership</a></li></ul>

Council Member and Deputy Mayor Keith Blocker—Policing in Tacoma

Tacoma’s Deputy Mayor Keith Blocker talks about his work with youth in the Black community, the legacy of anti-Blackness and systemic racism. We also discuss Black Lives Matter in Tacoma and where the movement may be going. As cities and neighborhoods rise up to demonstrate against police brutality, we have our own worries about Tacoma Police practices after Manuel Ellis died in police custody. The medical examiner determined the death to be homicide due to asphyxia, but the community and local leaders still have very few answers to the most basic questions about what happened on March 3rd, and why everyone was left in the dark until June. In Tacoma, the protests have been almost entirely peaceful. Keith believes that is largely due to the efforts of Mayor Woodards, who has promised there will be accountability and answers. The investigation into Manny Ellis’s death continues. The protests will continue as well. We are at a moment of potential. Are we ready to finally make changes for a more equal and equitable Tacoma? Are we ready to become anti-racists? Let us know what you think. Evelyn Lopez:  @True_Tacoma    truetacoma@gmail.com

Tacoma’s Deputy Mayor Keith Blocker talks about his work with youth in the Black community, the legacy of anti-Blackness and systemic racism. We also discuss Black Lives Matter in Tacoma and where the movement may be going. As cities and neighborhoods rise up to demonstrate against police brutality, we have our own worries about Tacoma Police practices after Manuel Ellis died in police custody. The medical examiner determined the death to be homicide due to asphyxia, but the community and local leaders still have very few answers to the most basic questions about what happened on March 3rd, and why everyone was left in the dark until June. In Tacoma, the protests have been almost entirely peaceful. Keith believes that is largely due to the efforts of Mayor Woodards, who has promised there will be accountability and answers. The investigation into Manny Ellis’s death continues. The protests will continue as well. We are at a moment of potential. Are we ready to finally make changes for a more equal and equitable Tacoma? Are we ready to become anti-racists? Let us know what you think. Evelyn Lopez:  @True_Tacoma    truetacoma@gmail.com

Let’s Talk About Coronavirus & Tacoma: Keith Blocker and Black Lives Matter (Week 13, June 12, 2020)

Welcome to the first candidate interview of the 2019 election season! We talked with Councilman Keith Blocker, who’s running for his second term representing District 3 in Tacoma, which includes the Hilltop, Central Tacoma and parts of South Tacoma.  Keith grew up in Philadelphia but has lived in Tacoma since he was 25. We talked about the biggest issues facing his district and the city, a few of which we expect to come up a lot this cycle: namely, homelessness and affordable housing.  Keith has one challenger for his seat: political newcomer David Combs. His interview will be posted next. Stay tuned!  Links Keith Blocker – City Council District 3 Elect Keith Blocker website Keith Blocker announces bid for re-election Public Disclosure Commission: Blocker, Keith T Channel 253 membership

Welcome to the first candidate interview of the 2019 election season! We talked with Councilman Keith Blocker, who’s running for his second term representing District 3 in Tacoma, which includes the Hilltop, Central Tacoma and parts of South Tacoma. Keith grew up in Philadelphia but has lived in Tacoma since he was 25. We talked about the biggest issues facing his district and the city, a few of which we expect to come up a lot this cycle: namely, homelessness and affordable housing. Keith has one challenger for his seat: political newcomer David Combs. His interview will be posted next. Stay tuned! <h2>Links</h2> <a href="https://www.cityoftacoma.org/government/city_council/council_member_keith_blocker" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Keith Blocker – City Council District 3</a> <a href="https://www.electkeithblocker.com/meet-keith" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Elect Keith Blocker website</a> <a href="https://tacomaweekly.com/news/keith-blocker-announces-bid-for-re-election/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Keith Blocker announces bid for re-election</a> <a href="https://www.pdc.wa.gov/browse/campaign-explorer/candidate?filer_id=BLOCK%20%20401&amp;election_year=2019" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Public Disclosure Commission: Blocker, Keith T</a> <a href="https://www.channel253.com/membership/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Channel 253 membership</a>