Karen Stratton (born 1958 or 1959 (age 65–66)[1]) is an American politician, cannabis farmer, and businessperson in the cannabis industry.[2][3][4][1] She served as a Spokane City Councilperson. from 2014 to December 31, 2023. She graduated from Marycliff High School in Spokane, and earned a bachelor's degree from Eastern Washington University.[5]
Karen Stratton | |
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| Born | 1958 (age 65–66) |
| Nationality | American |
| Alma mater | Eastern Washington University |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Chris Wright |
| Parents |
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Stratton was appointed to the Spokane City Council in 2014,[6] then won election in 2015.[7] She won an election to keep her seat on the City Council in 2019.[8]
References
edit- ^ a b Amber Cortes (April 19, 2017). "The Weed Queen of Spokane". The Stranger.
- ^ "Spokane city councilwoman owns pot farm, says it's no different than owning winery". The Associated Press. 2014-10-18. Retrieved 2020-04-15 – via The Oregonian.
- ^ "Marijuana farmers, including Spokane City Council member, hinge hopes on harvest". The Spokesman-Review. Spokane. 2016-10-21. Retrieved 2020-04-15.
- ^ "Newest Spokane City Council member Karen Stratton partner in pot farm". Spokane. Associated Press. October 18, 2014 – via KHQ-TV.
- ^ Erin Robinson (October 16, 2019). "Getting to know Spokane City Council candidate Karen Stratton".
- ^ "Karen Stratton chosen to fill City Council seat". The Spokesman-Review. Spokane. August 26, 2014.
- ^ Kip Hill (July 7, 2019). "Election preview: Spokane City Councilwoman Karen Stratton draws five challengers in the northwest". The Spokesman-Review. Spokane.
- ^ "Rathbun concedes to Stratton in Spokane City Council race". KREM-TV. November 5, 2019.
External links
edit- Karen Stratton official website, Spokane City Council
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