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
Politics Exotic dancers face workplace hazards. Could the Legislature help? Washington Democrats may introduce a bill to address pay inconsistency and legal protections for dancers. by John Stang / January 9, 2019
Equity Dental health care options start to expand Thanks to the Legislature, $16 million is going into expanding services and capacity in Washington state. by John Stang / September 25, 2018
Politics Pasco police criticized for Spanish lesson from Border Patrol Some say the decision to have Border Patrol teach Pasco officers Spanish is a power move meant to intimidate local Latinos. by John Stang / July 9, 2018
Equity Washington will give parents paid family leave Gov. Jay Inslee signs the new family leave law. The bill's main sponsor, Sen. Joe Fain, is on the left, holding a child. by John Stang / July 5, 2017
