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Seattle's "poverty defense" proposal goes a step further. Under a plan from city councilmember Lisa Herbold, a criminal who commits theft and sells the stolen property could be absolved of both crimes if they are doing so to meet "a basic need." Matt Markovich brings us the latest. PLUS: We participate in some wild speculation about who might run for Seattle Mayor. Subscribe at komonews.com/podcasts or your favorite podcast app. The KOMO Politicast with Jeff Pohjola: From this Washington to that one, KOM?s Jeff Pohjola will explore the issues and politics of the week. Frequent guests and top analysts break down the news to get to heart of what matters most.