Karen Stratton Explained
| Karen Stratton |
| Nationality: | American |
| Alma Mater: | Eastern Washington University |
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| Party: | Democratic |
| Spouse: | Chris Wright |
| Mother: | Lois Stratton |
| Father: | Allen Stratton |
Karen Stratton (born) is an American politician, cannabis farmer, and businessperson in the cannabis industry.[1] [2] [3] [4] 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]
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]
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Notes and References
- Web site: The Associated Press . Spokane city councilwoman owns pot farm, says it's no different than owning winery . The Oregonian . 2014-10-18 . 2020-04-15.
- News: Marijuana farmers, including Spokane City Council member, hinge hopes on harvest . The Spokesman-Review. Spokane . 2016-10-21 . 2020-04-15.
- News: Newest Spokane City Council member Karen Stratton partner in pot farm. October 18, 2014. Associated Press. KHQ-TV. Spokane.
- News: The Stranger. The Weed Queen of Spokane. April 19, 2017. Amber Cortes.
- News: Getting to know Spokane City Council candidate Karen Stratton. October 16, 2019. Erin Robinson.
- News: Karen Stratton chosen to fill City Council seat. August 26, 2014. The Spokesman-Review. Spokane.
- News: Kip Hill. Election preview: Spokane City Councilwoman Karen Stratton draws five challengers in the northwest. July 7, 2019. The Spokesman-Review. Spokane.
- News: KREM-TV. Rathbun concedes to Stratton in Spokane City Council race. November 5, 2019.
