Opinion UW police lawsuit underscores the intersection of race and class The case, brought by five Black officers, exposes a troubling hallmark of campus life. by Clyde W. Ford / July 5, 2021
Opinion Washington now recognizes Juneteenth, but there’s more to the story The history behind the holiday is long and troubling, with echoes that persist today. by Clyde W. Ford / April 19, 2021
Opinion Rejecting anti-Asian hate, in Atlanta and in Washington state The Pacific Northwest has its own legacy of racism and exclusion to contend with. by Clyde W. Ford / March 30, 2021
Opinion How we should deal with Dr. Seuss books and cancel culture The fight to ban, topple and rename racist artifacts of our past has been an issue in Washington state, too. by Clyde W. Ford / March 11, 2021 / Updated at 10:07 am on March 15, 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
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
