Opinion
The federal government abandoned us on coronavirus relief. What now?
The stalemate in Congress over relief checks raises larger questions about work and who deserves a dignified life.
Katie Wilson
Katie Wilson is the General Secretary of the Transit Riders Union, a Seattle-based organization advocating for improved public transit and other progressive urban issues. She is a contributin
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Opinion
Why has Amazon been so quiet about Seattle’s new business tax?
The e-commerce giant may still make moves to cut costs, but that just defines the next fight.
Opinion
Durkan veto of COVID-19 relief bill is bad economics
The mayor's unexpected move comes at a time when people and businesses desperately need the help.
Inside Cascade PBS
A series that asks: What does coronavirus mean for capitalism?
Crosscut columnist Katie Wilson digs into our impending economic collapse and whether returning to "normal" is possible — or desirable.
Opinion
The uncertain future of capitalism after coronavirus
The pandemic made a global economic slowdown much worse. Maybe it’s time to rethink a system based on endless growth.