The Fight for the Soul of Seattle (2020)

Program looks at effects of city's permissive posture

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“The Fight for the Soul of Seattle” examines the role of Seattle’s City Council in allowing the situation to reach what many experts consider epidemic levels under the guise of a compassionate approach to people who suffer from substance addiction and who commit crimes to feed their habit. It documents the heartbreaking condition of people on the streets, and the crushing decisions Seattle entrepreneurs are forced to contemplate as their life savings and dreams are destroyed by theft, vandalism and a dwindling customer base. This documentary also explores potential bold solutions to treat those living on the streets and pair them with agencies and assistance that can provide a clear path away from the endless circle of addiction and crime.

Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 90 min
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Production: KOMO News, Sinclair Broadcast Group
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en

Keywords

drug addiction, seattle, washington, homelessness, street crime, news report

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Fight for the Soul of Seattle about?
“The Fight for the Soul of Seattle” examines the role of Seattle’s City Council in allowing the situation to reach what many experts consider epidemic levels under the guise of a compassionate approach to people who suffer from substance addiction and who commit crimes to feed their habit. It documents the heartbreaking condition of people on the streets, and the crushing decisions Seattle entrepreneurs are forced to contemplate as their life savings and dreams are destroyed by theft, vandalism and a dwindling customer base. This documentary also explores potential bold solutions to treat those living on the streets and pair them with agencies and assistance that can provide a clear path away from the endless circle of addiction and crime.
Who stars in The Fight for the Soul of Seattle?
The Fight for the Soul of Seattle stars Eric Johnson.
How long is The Fight for the Soul of Seattle?
The Fight for the Soul of Seattle has a runtime of 1h 30m (90 minutes).
What genre is The Fight for the Soul of Seattle?
The Fight for the Soul of Seattle is a Documentary film.
Where was The Fight for the Soul of Seattle produced?
The Fight for the Soul of Seattle was produced in United States of America.