Opinion In Seattle and beyond, running for office is harder for people of color. These candidates know They have confronted racism and other indignities on their path to office. For some, a working class background has made it even more complicated. by Marcus Harrison Green / November 4, 2019
Opinion Seattle can prepare for climate change — if it can escape bureaucratic silos Jim Ellis helped the city with sewage, transportation, and water quality systems. His big, systemic thinking is a model we should follow. by Knute Berger / October 31, 2019
Opinion Lymphedema, an undertreated aftereffect of cancer, deserves more attention Few insurance plans cover treatment for the condition, which can be fatal. Bipartsian legislation co-sponsored by Sen. Maria Cantwell seeks to change that. by Lola E. Peters / October 30, 2019
Opinion The 'greatest bird guide ever' on race, survival, and birding while Black Meet Drew Lanham, the professor and conservation activist behind the viral video "Rules for the Black Birdwatcher." by Glenn Nelson / October 29, 2019
Opinion I was a pro, but felt like a part-time worker. The future of women's soccer doesn't have to feel the same Life as a professional soccer player is incredible, singular and underpaid. The girls I coach now deserve better. by Stephanie Verdoia / October 25, 2019
Opinion Trotsky vs. Bezos: Seattle's race for District 3 echoes throughout local history The contest between Sawant and Orion is the latest example of the city's perennial conflict between the left and big business. by Knute Berger / October 24, 2019
Opinion Your vote won't count in Washington's primary if you don't declare a party. That's wrong We already know tens of thousands of votes have been disqualified. We can change that, while also protecting voters' privacy. by Steve O’Ban / March 9, 2020
Opinion Why I left the Democrats As Washington's presidential primary election looms, I am reminded of all the ways the Party abandoned the common person. by Lola E. Peters / March 5, 2020
Opinion Gov. Jay Inslee's approach will be key to fighting COVID-19 As coronavirus deaths mount in Washington state, the governor hasn't been particularly front and center. by Joe Copeland / March 4, 2020
Opinion Car tabs, fuel standard, sex ed: 3 battles left before WA session wraps A lopsided Democratic majority is out of step with public opinion. by John Carlson / March 4, 2020