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What's Obama got against historic preservation?

Tue, Feb 16, 2 a.m.

By Knute Berger

The Great Recession and federal and state budget cuts are creating hurdles for heritage advocates who see historic preservation and urban revitalization as a way out of the economic doldrums. Obama's budget is a major setback because it slashes cherished programs.

A whiff of mutiny among Democrats in Olympia

Mon, Feb 15, 2 a.m.

By Austin Jenkins

Democratic majorities, while large, are much less solid than the numbers indicate. Caucus mutinies are brewing over the budget and taxes, both on the left and the center. This week, some important cards will be laid on the table.

For incumbents, a nerve-wracking nine months ahead

Tue, Feb 9, 1:57 p.m.

By Ted Van Dyk

Is any seat safe? High unemployment, a growing deficit and ongoing wars say no. Even for Sen. Murray, bringing home the bacon may not be enough.

Are super-majorities in the legislature unconstitutional?

Mon, Feb 8, 9:14 p.m.

By Daniel Jack Chasan

They may well be, but don't expect a gun-shy state supreme court to deal with the explosive question.

Oregon envy: Can a Seattleite turn green wishing to be there?

Wed, Feb 3, 2 a.m.

By Knute Berger

Much as I hate to admit it, Portland and Oregonians come closer to the Northwest ideal than we do.

Labor tightens the screws on Democrats in the legislature

Mon, Feb 1, 2 a.m.

By Austin Jenkins

Angry over setbacks in the 2009 session, labor lobbyists this year are threatening to sit out the next election or run candidates against backsliding Democrats.

State of the Obama agenda: uncertain

Wed, Jan 27, 10:06 p.m.

By Ted Van Dyk

As usual, President Obama delivers a good speech. But will it advance his ideas on the economy, health care and national security?

Changing fast, after Massachusetts' earthquake

Mon, Jan 25, noon

By Ted Van Dyk

The scramble is on, and not all Democrats are using the same new playbook. Here's a look at banking legislation, health-care reform, and deficits.

Olympia lawmakers eye Oregon for tax lessons

Mon, Jan 25, 2 a.m.

By Floyd McKay

As Oregon voters this week vote on two tax-hike measures, the Washington legislature watches for signs indicating whether tax increases could fly in their state.

McDermott knows hope

Fri, Jan 22, 10 p.m.

By Knute Berger

Congressman predicts health care reform will pass within a month, and Democrats will survive the week that was.

That was the week that sucked

Fri, Jan 22, 1:22 p.m.

By Knute Berger

Seven days that liberals should never forget, much less repeat.

Vance Report: Early lines on 2010 races

Thu, Jan 21, 2 a.m.

By Chris Vance

It's not looking like the 1994 Republican tidal wave in Washington state, but it's getting close. For now, figure Sen. Murray to win, the GOP to pick up a Congressional seat in the Third, and Rick Larsen to cling to his seat in the Second.

The Massachusetts message to Obama

Tue, Jan 19, 8:04 p.m.

By Ted Van Dyk

The president needs to correct course quickly, and the State of the Union address next week will be a crucial chance to stem a suddenly adverse tide.

Speaker Chopp unfurls his tax roadmap

Tue, Jan 19, 2 a.m.

By Austin Jenkins

Democrats are in a ticklish spot about the budget deficit. So they will shy away from a general tax increase and instead focus on "tax fairness," sticking it to out-of-state companies and airplane owners.

R.I.P. Teddy Kennedy's Senate

Sun, Jan 17, noon

By Ted Van Dyk

His seat in Massachusetts may switch parties, owing to a weak Democratic candidate. Regardless, his old Senate of friendships and courtesy and bipartisanship has faded into history.