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PNW resident recounts Israeli settler brutalization of Palestinian olive farmers in Jamma’in by Hannah Saunders The olive harvest season kicked-off earlier than usual this year, and four solidarity activists who were supporting Palestinian farmers in Jamma'in were deported and returned with…

throughthestatic.orgPNW resident recounts Israeli settler brutalization of Palestinian olive farmers in Jamma’inby Hannah Saunders The olive harvest season kicked-off earlier than usual this year, and four solidarity activists who were supporting Palestinian farmers in Jamma'in were deported and returned with stories of destruction and violence. "I witnessed large groups of masked settlers attack Palestinians with clubs and rocks," Dima, a solidarity activist residing in the Pacific Northwest, told TtS. "They also called the IOF and made claims that the Palestinian farmers and international solidarity activists had attacked them."
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Oct. 19-25 reporting roundup: event to feature quilted seed blanket, local art over AI, Cal Anderson sweeps, more by Hannah Saunders TtS published five pieces from Oct. 19-25, including an upcoming event that will feature a quilted seed blanket, the push for local art over generative AI, Cal…

throughthestatic.orgOct. 19-25 reporting roundup: event to feature quilted seed blanket, local art over AI, Cal Anderson sweeps, moreby Hannah Saunders TtS published five pieces from Oct. 19-25, including an upcoming event that will feature a quilted seed blanket, the push for local art over generative AI, Cal Anderson Park sweeps and more. Catch up below! Revolutionary Grains event to feature quilted seed blanket and celebrate Indigenous grains over industrial food system The past two years for Revolutionary Grains, an organization dedicated to building an alternative supply chain for the industrial food system, has been partially spent weaving together 16 stories from Washington’s Indigenous seed keepers into a quilt, “Engrained Is Our Story.” …
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Photos: Red Panda Muay Thai’s “Spooktacular Halloween Costume Party” raises funds for Trans refugees by Gray Trammel Fighters took to the ring at Red Panda Muay Thai’s annual "Spooktacular Halloween Costume Party" on Oct. 24, to raise funds for the Kawaguchi O’Connor Initiative (KOI), a…

throughthestatic.orgPhotos: Red Panda Muay Thai’s “Spooktacular Halloween Costume Party” raises funds for Trans refugeesby Gray Trammel Fighters took to the ring at Red Panda Muay Thai’s annual "Spooktacular Halloween Costume Party" on Oct. 24, to raise funds for the Kawaguchi O’Connor Initiative (KOI), a Washington-based organization that provides material support to Trans people fleeing states with hostile legislation. The event, “Mutual Aid vs. The World,” featured boxing, Muay Thai, grappling, HEMA fencing, a costume contest, karaoke, candy, and snacks, with a suggested $20 donation.

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Seattle targets Transgender people in Cal Anderson Park in new set of sweeps by Hannah Saunders Transgender community members who regularly provide mutual aid in Cal Anderson Park, which rests in the heart of Seattle's historically LGBTQ+ neighborhood, came under attack by city workers during…

throughthestatic.orgSeattle targets Transgender people in Cal Anderson Park in new set of sweepsby Hannah Saunders Transgender community members who regularly provide mutual aid in Cal Anderson Park, which rests in the heart of Seattle's historically LGBTQ+ neighborhood, came under attack by city workers during sweeps that began on Oct. 22. "This is so targeted against the Trans community, it's just not funny, and it's targeted against us as a mutual aid group, because we are trying to get things done," Elle Cree of the Mutal Aid Network for Trans and Intersex Individuals (MANTIS) told…

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Looking for creatives? Seattle’s Barn Sour Artists Collective pushes for local artists over AI-generated art by Gray Trammel Barn Sour Artists Collective, a Seattle-based group that publishes a free comics newspaper and connects artists with those looking for creative work with a focus on advocacy…

throughthestatic.orgLooking for creatives? Seattle’s Barn Sour Artists Collective pushes for local artists over AI-generated artby Gray Trammel Barn Sour Artists Collective, a Seattle-based group that publishes a free comics newspaper and connects artists with those looking for creative work with a focus on advocacy and education, is pushing for businesses, venues, organizations, and mutual aid groups to work with local creatives instead of using generative artificial intelligence (AI) for promotional materials. “We've seen way too many businesses, venues, and mutual aid groups using generative AI for flyers and social media posts to promote local events,” Barn Sour told…
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Seattle targets Transgender people in Cal Anderson Park in new set of sweeps by Hannah Saunders Transgender community members who regularly provide mutual aid in Cal Anderson Park, which rests in the heart of Seattle's historically LGBTQ+ neighborhood, came under attack by city workers during…

throughthestatic.orgSeattle targets Transgender people in Cal Anderson Park in new set of sweepsby Hannah Saunders Transgender community members who regularly provide mutual aid in Cal Anderson Park, which rests in the heart of Seattle's historically LGBTQ+ neighborhood, came under attack by city workers during sweeps that began on Oct. 22. "This is so targeted against the Trans community, it's just not funny, and it's targeted against us as a mutual aid group, because we are trying to get things done," Elle Cree of the Mutal Aid Network for Trans and Intersex Individuals (MANTIS) told…
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Far right influencer Brandi Kruse was ejected from a Portland Thorns game for wearing an XX-XY shirt, which is designed to defend women's sports. Kruse has been pushing anti-Trans ballot initiatives in WA that will be on the Nov. ballot. Cast your ballot and vote against these harmful initiatives!

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Looking for creatives? Seattle’s Barn Sour Artists Collective pushes for local artists over AI-generated art by Gray Trammel Barn Sour Artists Collective, a Seattle-based group that publishes a free comics newspaper and connects artists with those looking for creative work with a focus on advocacy…

throughthestatic.orgLooking for creatives? Seattle’s Barn Sour Artists Collective pushes for local artists over AI-generated artby Gray Trammel Barn Sour Artists Collective, a Seattle-based group that publishes a free comics newspaper and connects artists with those looking for creative work with a focus on advocacy and education, is pushing for businesses, venues, organizations, and mutual aid groups to work with local creatives instead of using generative artificial intelligence (AI) for promotional materials. “We've seen way too many businesses, venues, and mutual aid groups using generative AI for flyers and social media posts to promote local events,” Barn Sour told…
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“If management does the right thing and agrees to a fair contract, we may not have to strike this time, but we want to be prepared to do whatever is needed in order to get the contract our members need to survive and thrive in Seattle," a Seattle Art Museum VSO Union member told TtS. More below

throughthestatic.orgSAM VSO union prepares for "Solidarity is Not Scary" art auction and fundraiserOn Oct. 23, the Seattle Art Museum Visitor Service Officers Union will host a Halloween-themed art auction and fundraiser, specifically for strike funds.
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“If management does the right thing and agrees to a fair contract, we may not have to strike this time, but we want to be prepared to do whatever is needed in order to get the contract our members need to survive and thrive in Seattle," a Seattle Art Museum VSO Union member told TtS. More below

throughthestatic.orgSAM VSO union prepares for "Solidarity is Not Scary" art auction and fundraiserOn Oct. 23, the Seattle Art Museum Visitor Service Officers Union will host a Halloween-themed art auction and fundraiser, specifically for strike funds.

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Revolutionary Grains event to feature quilted seed blanket and celebrate Indigenous grains over industrial food system by Hannah Saunders The past two years for Revolutionary Grains, an organization dedicated to building an alternative supply chain for the industrial food system, has been…

throughthestatic.orgRevolutionary Grains event to feature quilted seed blanket and celebrate Indigenous grains over industrial food systemby Hannah Saunders The past two years for Revolutionary Grains, an organization dedicated to building an alternative supply chain for the industrial food system, has been partially spent weaving together 16 stories from Washington's Indigenous seed keepers into a quilt, "Engrained Is Our Story." Revolutionary Grains will display the quilt at an art event on Nov. 7, which will consist of dances, songs, oral story-telling, and a feast.

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Photos: Seattle No Kings Photos by Chris Rojas Thousands of people marched through Seattle for the Oct. 16 No Kings protest. Pro-Palestine chants rang through the streets, as did chants of democrats and republicans being one in the same. Some marching also talked about how voting is not enough to…

throughthestatic.orgPhotos: Seattle No KingsPhotos by Chris Rojas Thousands of people marched through Seattle for the Oct. 16 No Kings protest. Pro-Palestine chants rang through the streets, as did chants of democrats and republicans being one in the same. Some marching also talked about how voting is not enough to stop this fascist regime.
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“Solidarity is Not Scary” art auction and fundraiser hosted by Seattle Art Museum VSO union taking place Oct. 23 by Hannah Saunders The Seattle Art Museum VSO Union will be hosting a "Solidarity is Not Spooky" art auction and fundraiser on Oct. 23 from 6-9 p.m. at Parnassus, marking the third…

throughthestatic.org“Solidarity is Not Scary” art auction and fundraiser hosted by Seattle Art Museum VSO union taking place Oct. 23by Hannah Saunders The Seattle Art Museum VSO Union will be hosting a "Solidarity is Not Spooky" art auction and fundraiser on Oct. 23 from 6-9 p.m. at Parnassus, marking the third annual event. The union, which represents the facility's security guards, is preparing for the end of its first contract in June of 2027. People are encouraged to wear costumes, and proceeds will go towards building a…
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Did you know all of our news is completely free for everyone- a rarity in media- but it only survives when the community funds it? We are $175 into our weekly fundraising goal of $700 and need your continued support. Please consider donating today at Throughthestatic.org/donate or share this post!

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TtS is back at it with another weekly fundraising goal of $700, of which we've already received $115! We've been documenting antifascist PNW news on our website for over a year, and our work only survives when the community funds it. Big thank you to all our supporters! Throughthestatic.org/donate

throughthestatic.orgDonate to TtS!Help keep our news free for everyone! Donations from readers and social media followers help us continue this work. Please consider becoming a monthly donor of $5, $10, $25, or other at the form be…
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Revolutionary Grains event to feature quilted seed blanket and celebrate Indigenous grains over industrial food system by Hannah Saunders The past two years for Revolutionary Grains, an organization dedicated to building an alternative supply chain for the industrial food system, has been…

throughthestatic.orgRevolutionary Grains event to feature quilted seed blanket and celebrate Indigenous grains over industrial food systemby Hannah Saunders The past two years for Revolutionary Grains, an organization dedicated to building an alternative supply chain for the industrial food system, has been partially spent weaving together 16 stories from Washington's Indigenous seed keepers into a quilt, "Engrained Is Our Story." Revolutionary Grains will display the quilt at an art event on Nov. 7, which will consist of dances, songs, oral story-telling, and a feast.

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Reporting round-up Oct. 12-19: DMV-to-DHS pipeline, Trans lives lost, photojournalism by Hannah Saunders We are back with another weekly reporting round-up! We missed a week, but hope you've been keeping up-to-date with our reporting. From Oct. 12-19, TtS published five pieces on topics like the…

throughthestatic.orgReporting round-up Oct. 12-19: DMV-to-DHS pipeline, Trans lives lost, photojournalismby Hannah Saunders We are back with another weekly reporting round-up! We missed a week, but hope you've been keeping up-to-date with our reporting. From Oct. 12-19, TtS published five pieces on topics like the DMV-to-DHS pipeline, an upcoming Seattle City Council meeting where organizers plan to speak about Trans lives lost, and tons of photos. Let's crack into it!
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Reporting round-up Oct. 12-19: DMV-to-DHS pipeline, Trans lives lost, photojournalism by Hannah Saunders We are back with another weekly reporting round-up! We missed a week, but hope you've been keeping up-to-date with our reporting. From Oct. 12-19, TtS published five pieces on topics like the…

throughthestatic.orgReporting round-up Oct. 12-19: DMV-to-DHS pipeline, Trans lives lost, photojournalismby Hannah Saunders We are back with another weekly reporting round-up! We missed a week, but hope you've been keeping up-to-date with our reporting. From Oct. 12-19, TtS published five pieces on topics like the DMV-to-DHS pipeline, an upcoming Seattle City Council meeting where organizers plan to speak about Trans lives lost, and tons of photos. Let's crack into it!

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Photos: UW solidarity rally for Jane Doe and survivors by Gray Trammel On Oct. 16, University of Washington (UW) students held a solidarity rally at Red Square for Cornell's Jane Doe and all survivors of sexual violence.

throughthestatic.orgPhotos: UW solidarity rally for Jane Doe and survivorsby Gray Trammel On Oct. 16, University of Washington (UW) students held a solidarity rally at Red Square for Cornell's Jane Doe and all survivors of sexual violence.
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TtS is back at it with another weekly fundraising goal of $700, of which we've already received $115! We've been documenting antifascist PNW news on our website for over a year, and our work only survives when the community funds it. Big thank you to all our supporters! Throughthestatic.org/donate

throughthestatic.orgDonate to TtS!Help keep our news free for everyone! Donations from readers and social media followers help us continue this work. Please consider becoming a monthly donor of $5, $10, $25, or other at the form be…
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Las Vegas musician to drop music video on Oct. 18 featuring protest footage from Portland’s ICE facility by Hannah Saunders "Collecting deaths from oppression and reflection of successes with a vengeance that is death race, I'll rev your engine," is a lyric from Hip Hop artist, Huc. Finn's song,…

throughthestatic.orgLas Vegas musician to drop music video on Oct. 18 featuring protest footage from Portland’s ICE facilityby Hannah Saunders "Collecting deaths from oppression and reflection of successes with a vengeance that is death race, I'll rev your engine," is a lyric from Hip Hop artist, Huc. Finn's song, "Microphone No. 5," which was released in Nov. of 2025. On Oct. 18, Huc. Finn will release a music video for it that features footage from protests outside of Portland's ICE facility.
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Photos: Seattle No Kings Photos by Chris Rojas Thousands of people marched through Seattle for the Oct. 16 No Kings protest. Pro-Palestine chants rang through the streets, as did chants of democrats and republicans being one in the same. Some marching also talked about how voting is not enough to…

throughthestatic.orgPhotos: Seattle No KingsPhotos by Chris Rojas Thousands of people marched through Seattle for the Oct. 16 No Kings protest. Pro-Palestine chants rang through the streets, as did chants of democrats and republicans being one in the same. Some marching also talked about how voting is not enough to stop this fascist regime.
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Photos: UW solidarity rally for Jane Doe and survivors by Gray Trammel On Oct. 16, University of Washington (UW) students held a solidarity rally at Red Square for Cornell's Jane Doe and all survivors of sexual violence.

throughthestatic.orgPhotos: UW solidarity rally for Jane Doe and survivorsby Gray Trammel On Oct. 16, University of Washington (UW) students held a solidarity rally at Red Square for Cornell's Jane Doe and all survivors of sexual violence.

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“In two of the four states examined here— Maryland and Washington— UWCHR found evidence of state DMVs sharing data via Nlets in ways that failed to comply with state law," according to UWCHR. Full article: throughthestatic.org/2026/10/13/u...

throughthestatic.orgUW Center for Human Rights new report DMV-to-DHS pipelineOn Oct. 13, UWCHR published a report highlighting four loopholes in the ways federal immigration enforcement agents can access DMV data for arrests.
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Las Vegas musician to drop music video on Oct. 18 featuring protest footage from Portland’s ICE facility by Hannah Saunders "Collecting deaths from oppression and reflection of successes with a vengeance that is death race, I'll rev your engine," is a lyric from Hip Hop artist, Huc. Finn's song,…

throughthestatic.orgLas Vegas musician to drop music video on Oct. 18 featuring protest footage from Portland’s ICE facilityby Hannah Saunders "Collecting deaths from oppression and reflection of successes with a vengeance that is death race, I'll rev your engine," is a lyric from Hip Hop artist, Huc. Finn's song, "Microphone No. 5," which was released in Nov. of 2025. On Oct. 18, Huc. Finn will release a music video for it that features footage from protests outside of Portland's ICE facility.
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Fundraising update: We're just $40 away from reaching our weekly $700 goal by EOD tomorrow! We are incredibly grateful for every person who has donated to support our antifascist news outlet, which only survives if the community funds it. You can donate at ThroughtheStatic.org/donate

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Grassroots organizers encourage sharing stories of Trans lives lost at upcoming Seattle City Council meeting by Hannah Saunders Grassroots organizers are encouraging community members to attend the Seattle City Council meeting on Oct. 20, at 1:30 p.m. to share stories of the lives of Transgender…

throughthestatic.orgGrassroots organizers encourage sharing stories of Trans lives lost at upcoming Seattle City Council meetingby Hannah Saunders Grassroots organizers are encouraging community members to attend the Seattle City Council meeting on Oct. 20, at 1:30 p.m. to share stories of the lives of Transgender people who have died. This effort comes as the Trump regime continues to rollback the rights of Transgender people, and as Washingtonians will vote on two anti-Trans ballot initiatives this Nov.
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“In two of the four states examined here— Maryland and Washington— UWCHR found evidence of state DMVs sharing data via Nlets in ways that failed to comply with state law," according to UWCHR. Full article: throughthestatic.org/2026/10/13/u...

throughthestatic.orgUW Center for Human Rights new report DMV-to-DHS pipelineOn Oct. 13, UWCHR published a report highlighting four loopholes in the ways federal immigration enforcement agents can access DMV data for arrests.
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UWCHR examines DMV-to-DHS pipeline in four states and highlights four loopholes by Hannah Saunders The University of Washington's Center for Human Rights (UWCHR) released a new report on Oct. 13, highlighting how agencies in four different states are sharing vehicle information for the feds to…

throughthestatic.orgUWCHR examines DMV-to-DHS pipeline in four states and highlights four loopholesby Hannah Saunders The University of Washington's Center for Human Rights (UWCHR) released a new report on Oct. 13, highlighting how agencies in four different states are sharing vehicle information for the feds to carry out immigration enforcement activities. It stated that the new rise in arrests can primarily be attributed to state Departments of Motor Vehicles (DMV), with Latino men working in construction and landscaping being the most targeted.
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Big thank you to everyone who donated to us over the past few days! However big or small, each contribution is incredibly impactful and ensures we can keep reporting antifascist news. You helped us reach our $200 by Oct. 12 need, and we are $355 away from our weekly goal of $700. More news soon!

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"Requiem for Gaza," features 29 Palestinian families who fled Gaza due to the genocide. Journalist Chris Hedges and comic illustrator Joe Sacco traveled to Cairo in 2025 to interview these families, documenting their first-hand experiences.

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Photos: Oct. 7 walk-out and march Photos by Gray Trammel Heading into the fourth year of the genocide in Gaza, hundreds of students and activists took to the streets to demand an end to institutions funding Israel and a Free Palestine. Want to see more of our work? Become a monthly or one time…

throughthestatic.orgPhotos: Oct. 7 walk-out and marchPhotos by Gray Trammel Heading into the fourth year of the genocide in Gaza, hundreds of students and activists took to the streets to demand an end to institutions funding Israel and a Free Palestine. Want to see more of our work? Become a monthly or one time donor here!
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🚨 Help TtS antifascist news meet our $200 fundraising goal by Oct. 12 (Monday)! As of posting here, we are $61 in! Donate $5, $10, or $25 at ThroughtheStatic.org/donate or Venmo @ saundershannah. Thanks for your support and we'll have more news soon! 💛

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Activists nationwide gear up to launch general strike if Trump regime steals the midterms by Hannah Saunders Twelve different cities and regions are preparing to launch a general strike in the event that the Trump regime steals the midterm elections, and activists are introducing Seattle Strike on…

throughthestatic.orgActivists nationwide gear up to launch general strike if Trump regime steals the midtermsby Hannah Saunders Twelve different cities and regions are preparing to launch a general strike in the event that the Trump regime steals the midterm elections, and activists are introducing Seattle Strike on Oct. 11 at 3 p.m. at University Friends. Both Washington state officials and community members have been sounding the alarm about voting interference from the federal government, and Seattle activists are ready to hit them where it hurts most— the pocket.

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Do you support trans rights? Do you live anywhere near Seattle? Want to volunteer but not sure how? You can literally just ask me! I'm just some lady!

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Flu season is hitting far earlier this year: “If you haven’t gotten your flu vaccine yet, now is the time” by Hannah Saunders Notice you or your friends getting a drippier nose recently, or a slight cough? This year's flu rates have spiked earlier than usual, as announced by Public Health -…

throughthestatic.orgFlu season is hitting far earlier this year: “If you haven’t gotten your flu vaccine yet, now is the time”by Hannah Saunders Notice you or your friends getting a drippier nose recently, or a slight cough? This year's flu rates have spiked earlier than usual, as announced by Public Health - Seattle & King County, and COVID is still present. The Department published a graphic on Oct. 9 showing how flu rates in emergency department visits are spiking this month with a sharp rise in September.
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Activists nationwide gear up to launch general strike if Trump regime steals the midterms by Hannah Saunders Twelve different cities and regions are preparing to launch a general strike in the event that the Trump regime steals the midterm elections, and activists are introducing Seattle Strike on…

throughthestatic.orgActivists nationwide gear up to launch general strike if Trump regime steals the midtermsby Hannah Saunders Twelve different cities and regions are preparing to launch a general strike in the event that the Trump regime steals the midterm elections, and activists are introducing Seattle Strike on Oct. 11 at 3 p.m. at University Friends. Both Washington state officials and community members have been sounding the alarm about voting interference from the federal government, and Seattle activists are ready to hit them where it hurts most— the pocket.