| Karen Stratton | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1958 (age 66–67) |
| Nationality | American |
| Alma mater | Eastern Washington University |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Chris Wright |
| Parents |
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Karen Stratton (born 1958 or 1959 (age 65–66)) is an American politician, cannabis farmer, and businessperson in the cannabis industry. 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.
Stratton was appointed to the Spokane City Council in 2014, then won election in 2015. She won an election to keep her seat on the City Council in 2019.
References
- ^ 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
- Karen Stratton official website, Spokane City Council
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