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What ails Seattle's once-vital neighborhood movement?

Posted Mon, Oct 3, 9:51 a.m.

Though the era of US economic and political superpower may be slowly coming to an end, the economic and political influence of the Puget Sound (i.e. greater Seattle) region, as well as a dozen or so other American metropolitan areas, may be at the beginning of a sustained period of ...

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An intriguing mayor possibility, Maud Daudon

Posted Wed, Sep 21, 11:03 a.m.

What a sad but true statement: "Other regions (Austin, Denver, Philadelphia) are starting to far outpace Seattle in political leadership and strategic positioning. These are rising or rebounding cities, while Seattle is a complacent region..."

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Parklets: a great idea for Seattle to steal

Posted Tue, Sep 20, 9:32 a.m.

Love this idea!

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Why is Seattle so hostile to its bicyclists?

Posted Tue, Sep 13, 2:08 p.m.

I think much of what is being discussed here simply represents the growing pains associated with a gradual transition in how we live, work and travel through cities. Biking is becoming more popular because it is more convenient for a lot of people than sitting in traffic - especially for ...

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The environmentalists' case for the waterfront tunnel

Posted Thu, Jul 7, 1:47 p.m.

I thought this was a thoughtful and balanced piece. A few thoughts: One: I'm not sure what the anti-tunnel crowd is in favor of. Surface + transit, which has no funding? Rebuilding the viaduct? What is the opposition's plan? It's one thing to be "anti" and another thing to actually ...

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The mayor, the MOHAI, and the moolah

Posted Fri, Sep 3, 8:41 a.m.

Why punish MOHAI for negotiating a great deal, especially given that the $ is critical to MOHAI completing its relocation and the construction of its new space? The new MOHAI will anchor the new SLU park and emerge as a great cultural asset for the city. I don't think it's ...

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Should Seattle allow big corporate signage on its skyscrapers?

Posted Tue, Aug 10, 8:44 a.m.

I kind of like how neon signs on buildings look. I think the PI globe is great, as is the Wonder Bread sign and the Pink Elephant. Why not other companies as well? Might be one small solution to help the city plug its enormous budget hole. What about allowing ...

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Can-do Seattle: Can we do a project right anymore?

Posted Thu, Aug 5, 9:33 a.m.

I honestly expect more from you Knute. This is pretty weak stuff. Horray for fireworks and hydroplanes; Boooo to big complicated projects. There's a recipe for a great society...

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The tunnel: Let's vote

Posted Thu, Jul 15, 12:43 p.m.

A vote is not a good idea in my opinion. More Seattle process is not a solution. The tunnel is a compromise solution that meets the important priorities of (1) creating a wonderful waterfront park and (2) preserving freight and transportation mobility and (3) replacing a viaduct that is an ...

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