Opinion We must reform our police. Here’s how We need more intentional policing, better discipline, a state investigatory agency and training that acknowledges the nuance of these times. by Tim Burgess & Bernard Melekian / June 23, 2020
Politics City Council President: 5 key post-Ferguson police reforms A woman a the Ferguson protest in Seattle holds a sign reading, "I can't believe I'm still fighting for my civil rights." by Tim Burgess / December 3, 2014
Politics It’s time for universal preschool in Seattle How bright is the educational future of children in Seattle? by Tim Burgess / September 3, 2013
Politics Advice for Britain's new National Press Regulator In the wake of recent scandals, Britain's politicians want to regulate the country's naughty media. Our own Washington News Council might make a better model. by John Hamer / March 31, 2013
Culture Police reform in Seattle is long overdue Seattle police at a 2010 event, Hempfest. by Tim Burgess / August 13, 2012
Politics How Sam Reed bent his sword against KIRO-TV Washington Secretary of State Sam Reed by John Hamer / September 29, 2011
Culture Police in Seattle should embrace fed review Seattle Police Chief John Diaz by Tim Burgess / February 3, 2011
Politics Let's not miss a chance for serious reform of our schools Learning to read is essential for success in school, and it takes individualized attention to each child. by Tim Burgess / August 21, 2010
Politics Behind 'Seattle Times' winning a Pulitzer A near-empty newsroom suddenly filled with journalists. But what came next was unprecedented, a true networking between a newspaper and citizens. by John Hamer / June 24, 2010
Politics Tim Burgess: Seattle’s police-chief appointment comes at a critical time Tim Burgess failed the progressive litmus test. by Tim Burgess / June 15, 2010