Hip-hop, world peace, and the women of Seattle Is hip-hop a man's world? These Seattle women are taking the stage, the mike, and the paint brush to create a progressive art supporting a culture of self-betterment. by Himanee Gupta-Carlson / July 22, 2010
Culture Completing an Ironman, virtually Virtual Ironman competitor Himanee Gupta-Carlson biking home from work on Martin Luther King Way South by Himanee Gupta-Carlson / October 22, 2009
Culture A hip-hop battle that's all about peace and love Local deejays and emcees entertain hip-hop fans during 206 Zulu's anniversary festivities. by Himanee Gupta-Carlson / February 18, 2010
Culture A marathon day of writing at Richard Hugo House Detail from HImanee Gupta-Carlson's zine, produced at the Richard Hugo House Write-o-Rama. by Himanee Gupta-Carlson / December 6, 2009
Opinion The Gates divorce and the risks of billionaire philanthropy Relying on the charity of the uber wealthy is a poor substitute for the kind of ongoing support more progressive taxes can provide. by Samantha Allen / May 14, 2021
Opinion Let’s stop the shaming at Seattle’s parks Seattleites have received mixed messages about spending time in parks. We should encourage outdoor socialization as much as possible. by Samantha Allen / April 30, 2021
Opinion Are democracy vouchers enough to keep Seattle elections local? The 2019 election cycle was a warning sign about big spending. Small donor matching programs could bolster our democracy. by Samantha Allen / April 19, 2021
Opinion Why Seattle’s industrial district needs more trees There’s no real excuse to have so little canopy in SoDo. It doesn’t have to be ‘like the forgotten land.’ by Samantha Allen / April 2, 2021
Opinion What Biden's win means: The rights of LGBTQ people As the Biden-Harris administration prepares to take power, Crosscut asked six opinion writers to share early thoughts on what comes next. by Samantha Allen / November 9, 2020