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Stories for Sept. 12, 2011
Government is not 'the enemy'
An admired regional politician clears the air by reminding us of all the ways we depend on government to protect the citizens and build a vibrant economy.
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Four foodie events, many chefs, many wines, and many plates.
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Thirteen keepers, scattered around Seattle
Our resident curmudgeon celebrates a baker's dozen of icons Seattle couldn't live without.
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The density-bashers raise some good questions
...but the answers show how essential concentrated urban development is to our health, wealth, and survival as a society. Seattle ought to be leading the way.
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