Politics Obama's speech signals a way to avoid going over the 'fiscal cliff' President Barack Obama addresses a joint session of Congress about jobs. by Ted Van Dyk / September 7, 2012
Politics Once upon a time conventions meant something President Barack Obama visits with a crowd in Nevada by Ted Van Dyk / August 30, 2012
Politics Let's not jeopardize a city treasure, Yesler Terrace The site is terrific, close to the city and with sweeping views. by Ted Van Dyk / August 23, 2012
Politics Paul Ryan helps an off-balance Romney campaign U.S. Rep. Paul Ryan by Ted Van Dyk / August 11, 2012
Politics More mass shootings. What can be done? James Holmes, the accused shooter in the Aurora, Colorado movie theater rampage. by Ted Van Dyk / August 5, 2012
Politics Tax breaks, thin newspapers, and fiscal cliffs, oh boy! We are playing chicken with some very big problems, rather than getting on with some solutions. by Ted Van Dyk / July 17, 2012
Politics A recipe for patriotism A weighty mix of people and events have made the United States a great republic, but it will take more than flag waving to keep it that way. by Ted Van Dyk / July 3, 2012
Politics What makes Obama and Romney tick? Obama-Romney voting in the 30th Legislative District by Ted Van Dyk / June 26, 2012
Politics Legislature can't just bail out state's universities University of Washington President Michael Young by Ted Van Dyk / June 12, 2012