Politics Bob Ferguson talks challenges ahead as Washington’s next governor The former attorney general says his priorities are the budget shortfall, the high cost of living and improving government efficiency. by Paris Jackson / January 15, 2025
Politics Jay Inslee reflects on 12 years as Washington governor In an interview with Cascade PBS, one of the state’s few three-term governors looks back on climate change efforts, the pandemic and homelessness. by Paris Jackson / January 14, 2025
Politics Mayor Bruce Harrell talks SCOTUS homelessness case and SPD culture In a Cascade PBS interview, Seattle’s mayor shares how his background shapes his work, from his stance on public safety to his hope for an NBA return. by Paris Jackson / May 8, 2024
Politics Q&A: Gov. Jay Inslee talks policing, housing and his final year In a Crosscut interview, the governor ties his legislative priorities to one question: What kind of Washington do we want to leave for our grandchildren? by Paris Jackson / January 10, 2024
Politics Podcast | Andrew Yang on the origins and aims of the Forward Party The former presidential candidate believes he knows what is wrong with American politics and shares why his new party is a solution. by Paris Jackson / June 22, 2023
Politics Podcast | Can Republicans regain trust with voters? Former Congressman Will Hurd's reboot formula includes stopping election denial and making effort to appeal to skeptical party members. by Paris Jackson / June 20, 2023
Politics Podcast | Rep. Adam Smith predicts peace negotiations with Russia The Washington congressman said a Ukrainian offensive could beat Moscow’s forces back and have them at the bargaining table by the fall. by Paris Jackson / May 30, 2023
Politics Podcast | The reforms Eric Holder believes will save democracy The former Attorney General discusses how voting rights laws and Supreme Court term limits could preserve American democracy. by Paris Jackson / May 23, 2023
Opinion What Inslee should look for when appointing a new WA secretary of state The only Republican in a statewide seat is joining the Biden administration. Here’s what our governor should consider when replacing her. by Bill Bryant / November 10, 2021
Opinion Port of Seattle races should have voters thinking beyond city limits King County voters elect port commissioners, but the impacts of the job are felt in communities throughout Washington state. by Bill Bryant / October 28, 2021 / Updated Nov. 2 at 3:55 p.m.