Opinion An Idaho Republican is asking the right questions about Northwest salmon Most Northwest political leaders dodge the need to look at breaching the Snake River dams to save salmon and orcas. Not deep red Congressman Mike Simpson. by Tom France / May 14, 2019
Opinion Fighting for clean air in one of Seattle's most polluted neighborhoods This Beacon Hill leader is trying to thwart environmental plight with optimism. by Glenn Nelson / May 13, 2019 / Updated at 11:00 AM
Opinion As a doctor, I greet a mother's fear with compassion — even her fear of vaccines How doctors can harness a mother’s love to heal the world. by Nwando Anyaoku / May 11, 2019
Opinion Why Seattle will swing back toward the center When things aren't going well, you need to shift tactics. But Seattle's leadership seems to be resistant to that idea. by John Carlson / May 10, 2019 / Updated May 10 at 2:30 p.m.
Opinion Why I'd rather be sunless in Seattle The climate is changing, and I can feel it in my bones. by Knute Berger / May 8, 2019
Opinion Seattle's grassroots candidates must be real with voters After success of leaders like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, the upcoming city hall elections could offer openings for progressive candidates. by Dae Shik Kim Hawkins Jr. / May 7, 2019
Opinion Is Seattle freeing itself from the automobile age? We may have reached a period of 'peak car,' offering hope the cityscape will be freed up to serve other purposes. by Knute Berger / May 6, 2019
Culture Doug Baldwin should look to make bigger plays Let's hope he walks away from football with his brains unscrambled and engages even more deeply in the community. by Glenn Nelson / May 5, 2019
Politics Meet the Republicans who believe in climate change At Crosscut Fest, some see a green future for the party. by Knute Berger / May 4, 2019
Opinion Don't call it a 'hate crime.' This is terrorism. To heal division in this country, we must accurately diagnose American violence. by Lola E. Peters / May 3, 2019