South King News

Rep. Adam Smith, who has been serving in the U.S. Congress representing Washington's 9th district since 1997, shared several insights on various issues through a series of tweets on November 19, 2024. These tweets cover topics ranging from community safety and political transparency to housing challenges.

On November 19, Rep. Adam Smith expressed gratitude towards participants of the FEMA NSGP Webinar, stating: "Thank you to the folks who joined yesterday’s FEMA NSGP Webinar. I hope you learned helpful tips to protect your organization from threats or violence. I appreciate NSGP Program Manager for Washington State, Chris Burd, for sharing your insight on the grant as well."

Later that day, Smith addressed internal challenges within his party by emphasizing the need for honesty and presenting alternatives beyond opposition to Donald Trump. He tweeted: "We have to be honest with the American people about our faults as the Democratic Party. It's not good enough to only band against Donald Trump, we must present an alternative to move our country forward."

In another tweet on the same day, Smith highlighted issues surrounding affordable housing in America. He noted how restrictive zoning laws and slow permitting processes contribute to housing shortages: "Too many families struggle to find affordable housing in our country. Restrictive zoning laws and a slow permitting process are limiting the construction of new homes, exacerbating the housing shortage and making it harder for those who need it most." He also mentioned introducing legislation aimed at addressing these concerns.