Knute Berger
Knute “Mossback” Berger is an editor-at-large and host of "Mossback’s Northwest" at Cascade PBS. He writes about politics and regional heritage.
Latest work
Opinion
When Seattle welcomed John McCain
The late senator was a conservative with an independent streak — and he found some support from Seattle in the 2000 presidential primary.
Environment
Recycling Washington’s ghost ships could turn trash into treasure
When a ship owner’s dreams die, the vessel may end up as a pollution source. DNR wants to spur cleanups and rural jobs.
Environment
When palm trees thrived in the Pacific Northwest
Fossils at the Burke Museum tell a story of our past climates.
Opinion
Lost: Seattle’s laid-back charm
Life in Seattle feels punitive these days. Yes, we have the consolation of living in one of the most beautiful