Politics King County considers moving most elections to even years So-called 'off-year' elections have lower voter turnout. A proposed change would move a dozen county races in an effort to garner more ballots. by Joseph O’Sullivan / June 27, 2022
News ‘Roe v. Wade’: WA officials, advocates react to Supreme Court ruling The right to abortion is protected in Washington. But the rollback could have 'dangerous consequences' for the state's healthcare system and beyond. by Joseph O’Sullivan / June 24, 2022 / Updated at 5:45 p.m. on June 24
Opinion What the Seattle election results mean for progressives To grow into a truly mass movement, the left must figure out how to sustain mass participation between elections. by Katie Wilson / November 10, 2021
Opinion The narratives that define Seattle's 2021 election 'Extreme Takeover' or 'Class War'? Two opposing stories vie for our votes. by Katie Wilson / October 27, 2021
Opinion How fighting traffic congestion can create congestion As Washington state legislators consider building more highways, a new tool could help them understand the impact of their efforts. by Katie Wilson / October 20, 2021
Opinion Congress, public debt, and the end of neoliberalism In the U.S., spending on social goods has increased even as the safety net has crumbled. This spells problems for capitalism. by Katie Wilson / October 14, 2021
Opinion When it comes to redistricting in WA, gridlock might be a good thing Keeping the gerrymander at bay may mean passing the buck. by Katie Wilson / October 5, 2021 / Updated at 1:43 p.m. on October 5, 2021
Opinion Inaccuracies undermine Seattle’s debate over eviction ban The Seattle Times ran an opinion piece rife with errors and distortions. It’s time to set the record straight. by Katie Wilson / September 29, 2021
Opinion How can Seattle build climate resilience? Look to its schools 'Solar schools’ could help the city in an age of intensifying extreme weather events. by Katie Wilson / September 16, 2021
Opinion Three spectacular September bike rides in the Seattle area And as a bonus: you don’t have to be a hardcore cyclist to enjoy them. by Katie Wilson / September 8, 2021