Politics In Denver, an arts boom despite hard times Rising cities realize how the arts help their regions and their economies, while Seattle is stuck playing defense on the arts. Here's why. by David Brewster / April 11, 2011
Help Crosscut thrive by becoming an Annual Member Today begins our Spring Membership Drive, and we've got an iPad2, Elliott Bay Books gift certificate, and cool Crosscut t-shirts to nudge you into doing the right thing. by David Brewster / April 10, 2011
Politics Arts facing a wipe-out in Olympia Only two of four measures to help arts in Seattle and statewide are still breathing, just barely. by David Brewster / April 7, 2011
Politics Clough luck at the Smithsonian Tracing the Seattle and Tacoma connections in the latest flap at the Smithsonian, with a delicious surprise ending. by David Brewster / April 3, 2011
Politics Some signs point toward Michael Young as new UW president Michael K. Young by David Brewster / March 14, 2011
Tunnelers vs. Torpedoes: Seattle's stormy political weather Mayor-elect Mike McGinn on Election Night by David Brewster / March 12, 2011
Politics Bill for cultural districts dies in the House Speaker Frank Chopp leads House Democrats. by David Brewster / March 8, 2011
Politics Open letter to the Seattle School Board Just dismissing Dr. Goodloe-Johnson is not enough. Here's how to turn this crisis into a real turnaround. by David Brewster / March 4, 2011