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
Politics What would Republicans do about the state budget? Sen. Mike Hewitt, R-Walla Walla on a Tri-Cities talk show. by Austin Jenkins / February 28, 2010
Politics Labor tightens the screws on Democrats in the legislature Rick Bender. state labor council chief by Austin Jenkins / January 31, 2010
Politics Like a natural disaster, without the upside Washington Gov. Chris Gregoire by Austin Jenkins / November 3, 2009
Politics Unlike father, unlike son: The Gardners are split on 'death with dignity' Or whatever it's called. Just don't call it suicide. by Austin Jenkins / January 10, 2008
Politics The campaign begins to legalize physician-assisted suicide Former Gov. Booth Gardner's much-publicized support contributed to passage of Washington's assisted-death law. by Austin Jenkins / January 8, 2008
