Burien Elected Its First Latino Mayor Last Night

Burien has come a long way.by Sydney BrownstoneJimmy Matta, second from left, is Burien's new mayor. PHOTO COURTESY OF THE PRAMILA JAYAPAL CAMPAIGN
Wow. What a political turnaround. After an election season characterized by the efforts of a white nationalist-affiliated group to overturn the city's sanctuary ordinance, Burien has emerged with the most diverse and progressive slate of City Council members in its history. Last night, the city underlined its commitment to a more inclusive Burien by