Opinion The federal government abandoned us on coronavirus relief. What now? The stalemate in Congress over relief checks raises larger questions about work and who deserves a dignified life. by Katie Wilson / August 26, 2020
Opinion Why has Amazon been so quiet about Seattle’s new business tax? The e-commerce giant may still make moves to cut costs, but that just defines the next fight. by Katie Wilson / August 19, 2020
Opinion Durkan veto of COVID-19 relief bill is bad economics The mayor's unexpected move comes at a time when people and businesses desperately need the help. by Katie Wilson / August 4, 2020
Inside Crosscut A series that asks: What does coronavirus mean for capitalism? Crosscut columnist Katie Wilson digs into our impending economic collapse and whether returning to "normal" is possible — or desirable. by Katie Wilson / August 4, 2020
Opinion The uncertain future of capitalism after coronavirus The pandemic made a global economic slowdown much worse. Maybe it’s time to rethink a system based on endless growth. by Katie Wilson / July 29, 2020
Opinion Is the COVID-19 recession a prelude to major economic collapse? Extreme financial risk-taking, combined with the effects of the pandemic, may spell disaster for the U.S. economy. by Katie Wilson / July 22, 2020
Opinion Looking back at the Great Recession from the eye of a pandemic Can theories about the 2008 financial collapse shine a light on the COVID-19 slump? by Katie Wilson / July 15, 2020
Opinion Recession or depression? Making sense of the COVID-19 slump Whether our present predicament will last months or years sidesteps important questions about capitalism. by Katie Wilson / July 8, 2020
Opinion What makes a business tax progressive? Seattle offers a case study In the state with the most regressive tax system in the country, the Seattle City Council is weighing options for taxing large corporations. by Katie Wilson / July 1, 2020
Opinion What defunding Seattle Police could look like Less military gear, fewer officers, community investment. It all should be on the table. by Katie Wilson / June 24, 2020 / Updated at 10:40 a.m.