Politics It isn't racism that's oppressing Seattle Public Schools students, it's inflexibility The most successful schools set high standards and make adjustments when something doesn't work. by Matt Rosenberg / April 3, 2007
Opinion Why Seattle needs more history in its politics, and more politics in its art Chicago, a city deeply attuned to its cultural and political history, offers lessons for our arts institutions and our politicians. by Dujie Tahat / November 22, 2019
Opinion The problem with Seattle's progressive chattering class Political advocacy organizations could learn from our city’s long tradition of organizing and occupation. by Dujie Tahat / December 30, 2020
Opinion System failure: Seattle isn't dying and poverty isn't a crime A recent report on misdemeanors continues a toxic narrative in local politics. by Dujie Tahat / October 10, 2019 / Updated at 5:07 pm October 15, 2019
Politics WA's gift to taxpayers? $29.3 billion Who's got the money? by Matt Rosenberg / February 6, 2012
Politics Voter participation in Washington nears top nationally True voter turnout figures calculated by a noted authority show that in 2010, Washington trailed only one other state. Is it a vote-by-mail benefit? by Matt Rosenberg / January 20, 2012
Politics UW graduation rates are right in the middle of peers A gradual rise in graduation rates halted in the most recent statistics. by Matt Rosenberg / October 26, 2011
Culture Better health for all gets a digital assist A new effort, Mapping Our Voices for Equality, has grown out of federal efforts to involve more communities in promoting healthy foods and preventing the dangers associated with smoking. by Matt Rosenberg / October 24, 2011
Politics Hurray for mass transit, but it's no silver bullet Not so merrily we ride along. (Chuck Taylor) by Matt Rosenberg / June 15, 2008