Politics A surprisingly artful memoir of drug addiction and resilience In 'American Junkie,' Seattle's Tom Hansen tells of his descent into heroin addiction and his climb back from near-death, which meant relearning to walk. by Jeffrey Long / June 9, 2010
Culture Humor: A new, improved national anthem Francis Scott Key, lawyer/songwriter/greedhead by Steve Clifford / June 6, 2010
Historic Northwest book collection up for auction A view of Mount Rainier included in George Vancouver's account of exploration. by Jeffrey Long / January 18, 2011
Culture Humor: The Puzzle Wizard and the hat trick Some of our readers are allowing their emotions to cloud their reasoning abilities. by Steve Clifford / April 12, 2009
Culture Humor: Where Madoff's $55 billion went Bank notes from around the world, donated by visitors to the British Museum in London. (Wikipedia) by Steve Clifford / April 5, 2009
Culture Hell is spelled VMO The old telephone knew its modest place in our lives. by Steve Clifford / March 29, 2009
Culture Memo: AIG bonus paperwork due today! Tip: Use fast-drying ink by Steve Clifford / March 19, 2009
Culture Humor: And now we give thanks for those who speculate McCain knows a True American when he sees one. by Steve Clifford / March 15, 2009