Stories for March 25, 2011

Why 'Billy Elliot' was better as a film

Fri, Mar 25, 11:30 a.m.

The Tony Award-winning musical, playing at the Paramount, tries to be too spunky and light in tone, losing the despair and confusion that made the film great. Could Elton John's beloved music be part of the problem?

David Brooks as a 'communitarian'

Fri, Mar 25, 10:24 a.m.

By Anthony B. Robinson

The influential conservative columnist, on tour promoting his new book, explains how his study of neuroscience made him more aware that humans are 'hooked in' to one another.

City policies on police: Can our elected leaders make the calls?

Fri, Mar 25, 2 a.m.

By Kent Kammerer

Seattle's contract with its officers explains a lot about the power police wield over their own conduct. But we've elected leaders expecting them to guide the affairs of the city, including its most expensive department.

Tolls on 520: Will newer Americans, minorities be surprised?

Fri, Mar 25, 2 a.m.

By Julie Pham/New America Media

The transportation department realizes the need to let minority and low-income groups know about the upcoming tolls on the floating bridge. But their campaign seems to miss the mark.