Opinion I’m inheriting an enormous amount of wealth — WA should tax me more State lawmakers have an opportunity to finally and fundamentally restructure our unjust tax code. They must seize it. by Alysha Fung Koehler / February 26, 2021
Politics The enduring legacy of a small-time fascist from Puget Sound Lois de Lafayette Washburn, an ultra-right-wing blogger from the 1930s, would salute the Capitol insurrectionists of today. by Knute Berger / February 25, 2021
Opinion Did Kroger really close two Seattle QFCs over hazard pay? The company’s decision to close two grocery stores over hazard pay is a political move. The economics are more complicated. by Katie Wilson / February 25, 2021
Opinion With many WA students lacking internet, remote learning falls short Students are falling behind in school because of connectivity issues. That could have massive consequences for the economy. by Claudia Rowe / February 24, 2021
Opinion WA legislature takes on systemic racism in insurance rates The modern-day insurance industry was founded on slavery and the slave trade. A Senate bill seeks to right this legacy. by Clyde W. Ford / February 22, 2021
Opinion Help save Seattle restaurants: Delete your delivery app Uber Eats, DoorDash and similar apps eat into restaurants’ already-thin profits. Eating local should be worth a few extra steps. by Samantha Allen / February 19, 2021
Opinion A Tacoma police officer ran over a person. Let’s call it what it is. Too many public leaders have been reluctant to speak plainly about last month’s disturbing act of police violence. by Rubén Casas / February 15, 2021
Opinion Why does it take a snowstorm to open more shelter space in Seattle? Fewer homeless people would be outside freezing if the city had done more to bring them inside when the pandemic began. by Katie Wilson / February 12, 2021
Opinion The extraordinary Seattle legacy of the Cayton-Revels family The cultural and political success of Horace Cayton Sr. and Susie Revels was eclipsed by bigotry and racism. They deserve recognition. by Knute Berger / February 11, 2021
Opinion Three cheers for the Seattle City Council Don't listen to the haters: From protecting workers to progressive revenue, the council is getting a lot right. by Katie Wilson / February 10, 2021