The candidates running to represent Seattle's progressive 43rd Legislative District

This November, Sen. Jamie Pedersen will defend his seat in Seattle's 43rd Legislative District against a challenger who believes he's not progressive enough. Hannah Sabio-Howell, a labor activist and former legislative aide, is running to unseat Pedersen, who has represented the district for nearly two decades. The two sat down for separate interviews with "Soundside" to share why they think they're the best fit for the progressive district.  Plus: Co-hosts Libby Denkmann and David Kroman talk today's top headlines.  Today on the show: Hannah Sabio-Howell, who's running to represent the 43rd Legislative District in Seattle Sen. Jamie Pedersen, an incumbent running for reelection in the 43rd Legislative District   Thank you to the supporters of KUOW, you help make this show possible. If you want to help out, go to donate.kuow.org/donate/soundsidenotes Soundside is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.