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August 29, 2008: Headlines

An Alaska-sized gamble — and possibly a brilliant one

Posted Fri, Aug 29, 11 a.m.

Our grizzled national political writer, an Obama supporter, found himself rooting for Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin during her coming-out party. Her choice by Sen. John McCain could be a game-changer — if she doesn't make any big mistakes between now and the election.

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The Filson of my dreams

Posted Fri, Aug 29, 7 a.m.

A Seattle clothier makes a jacket so tough and so dear, it's hard to part with, even for a new one.

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