Opinion A law Lorena González devised now benefits her Seattle mayoral campaign Something’s not right about a situation where out-of-state unions can influence local elections, but Seattle-based Amazon can't. by Joni Balter / September 22, 2021
Opinion In Seattle mayoral race, top contenders must make a case for change Both Lorena González and Bruce Harrell come with City Hall baggage. by Joni Balter / July 27, 2021
Opinion How Compassion Seattle could shape the mayoral race The authors of the homelessness initiative have pulled a page from the Tim Eyman playbook, using a hot-button issue that could drive turnout and force candidates to take a stand. by Joni Balter / May 24, 2021
Politics New Washington Poll: The winners, the losers and a few close calls by Joni Balter / October 27, 2016
Opinion Amid election nastiness, a rare moment of civility Sen. Patty Murray, left, and her Republican challenger Chris Vance. by Joni Balter / October 24, 2016
Politics Debate recap: Inslee rides wave of prosperity in gov’s race Bill Bryant, left, and Jay Inslee at a September debate. by Joni Balter / October 20, 2016
Opinion Does Bill Bryant have the guts to take a stance on Trump? Bill Bryant by Joni Balter / June 6, 2016
Politics A hockey town? Seattle's enthusiasm for the sport already includes UW hockey club The University of Washington's club hockey team won their conference tournament. by Mike Henderson / February 16, 2012
Politics Penn State's cratering of college football: real lessons to be learned? UW loses, the Cougars win, but on college football's darkest day when it was hard to care about the games. by Mike Henderson / November 13, 2011
Culture Reclaim an NBA team for Seattle? Is this a fantasy in our confused political state? Lawmakers dream they'll see the Sonics back in Seattle, alive as you or me. But imagine the ire of Tim Eyman if it involves taxing needy athletes! by Mike Henderson / May 25, 2011
