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Thu Mar 27, 2025, 01:35 AM Thursday

'The work ahead is as critical as ever': Dow Constantine bids farewell in State of the County address

King County Executive Dow Constantine delivered his final State of the County address Wednesday afternoon, announcing his early departure from the role after being nominated as the next CEO of Sound Transit.

Speaking to a packed auditorium on Capitol Hill, Constantine reflected on his tenure and the county’s future.

“To the people of King County, because of you, the state of King County is strong, resilient, and brimming with possibilities,” he said.

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Constantine calls out ‘other Washington’ in State of the County speech

“Do not succumb to the cynicism and threats issued from the other Washington. We have the industry, the intellect, the character, the values to stand strong and chart our own course,” Constantine said.

https://mynorthwest.com/mynorthwest-politics/state-of-the-county/4068236

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