Opinion In WA’s history of interracial marriage, pride and prejudice The Supreme Court decision in Loving v. Virginia ended anti-miscegenation laws in the U.S. long after our state had done the same. But the history is complicated. by Samantha Allen / June 11, 2021
Opinion What Biden's win means: The rights of LGBTQ people As the Biden-Harris administration prepares to take power, Crosscut asked six opinion writers to share early thoughts on what comes next. by Samantha Allen / November 9, 2020
Opinion Seattle Storm dominate WNBA while fighting for Black lives The winning basketball team is a model for sustained and creative political engagement. Will Seattleites follow the players' lead? by Samantha Allen / August 11, 2020
Opinion Pride is more than a parade In these pandemic times, let's remember that Pride Month is about the resilience, creativity and beauty of the LGBTQ community. by Samantha Allen / May 26, 2020
Equity South Carolina: An example of smart leadership A rally urges action to take down the Confederate battle flag in South Carolina. by Ted Van Dyk / June 24, 2015
Politics The War on Poverty, 50 years on Lyndon Johnson's War on Poverty turned 50 this year. by Ted Van Dyk / January 11, 2014
Politics 11 years after terror attacks, America should calm itself Flowers at Ground Zero (2010). by Ted Van Dyk / September 10, 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 Amid complicated political currents on marriage, Obama simply did the right thing President Barack Obama talks with Robin Roberts of ABC's "Good Morning, America." During the interview, he expressed his support for gay marriage. by Ted Van Dyk / May 13, 2012
Politics Obama speaks; McGinn's speaking is dissected Mayor Mike McGinn (with the bicycle) took part in a dedication for a portion of the Mountain to Sound Greenway through the city. by Ted Van Dyk / May 10, 2012
