The Um, Sir Podcast

Emily is joined by Washington State Rep. Julio Cortes for an Um, Civics crash course on the 2026 FIFA World Cup, what it means for Everett and Washington State, and how government actually prepares for global events. They also dig into banning masked law enforcement interactions, protecting immigrant families, fixing Washington’s upside-down tax code, and what to expect from a tough legislative session ahead. Civics, but make it accessible.

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Participation trophies have gone too far! -  The Late Show with Stephen Colbert

Seattle prepares to share World Cup 2026 spotlight with 9 Washington fan zone cities - KOMO 4 News

Pride Match - Egypt Vs. Iran - Instagram 

Washington State Welcomes the World: A Breakdown to FIFA World Cup 2026™ Fan Zones - Seattle Ballooning

Washington State Legislature -Legislative session info & bill tracking

Seattle Pride Statement on the FIFA World Cup 

SB 5855 (Washington State) - Bill banning face-concealing coverings for law enforcement

Family Separation Rapid Response Team -WA Department of Children, Yout,h and Families

Ferguson backs income tax on WA residents earning over $1M - Washington State Standard 

Funding Public Good through Progressive Tax Reform - Economic Opportunity Institute

FIFA World Cup 2026 Economic Impact $929+ Million Projected - Seattle Sports Commission 

Regressive vs. Proportional vs. Progressive Taxes: An Overview - Investopedia

Legislative Session Hearings - TVW 

How the Washington State Budget Works — Washington State Fiscal Information

38th Legislative District, Marysville, Tulalip, and Everett, Senator June Robinson, Representative Julio Cortes & Representative Mary Fosse

Fan Zones Explained — Reddit