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Here Come Democracy Vouchers!

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Seattle Group Hopes to Stage ‘Social Media Blackout’ On Inauguration Day

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Seattle Group Hopes to Stage ‘Social Media Blackout’ On Inauguration Day

‘To protest the apparent intentions of the Trump presidency and to demand that more is done to combat…

Our 10 Most Popular Stories of 2016

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Our 10 Most Popular Stories of 2016

Hey, pageviews aren’t everything. But they are a thing.

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How #ManInTree Showed Us the Reality of Mental Health Treatment in 2016

Cody Lee Miller is finally receiving the treatment he needs. The only question is why he had to…

City Councilmember Brenda Fincher poses for a portrait at Holy Spirit Parish in Kent, Washington on December 9, 2016.

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Searching for a New Central District in Suburban King County

Kent’s African-American population is booming. Will community follow?

As Expected, Libertarian Party Denied ‘Major Party’ Status in Washington

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As Expected, Libertarian Party Denied ‘Major Party’ Status in Washington

Party name-checks Harambe in lament over Secretary of State’s decision.

A Monumental Election Year (or Not) For the Libertarian Party

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A Monumental Election Year (or Not) For the Libertarian Party

A party official explains their case for getting ‘major party’ status in Washington.

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Libertarians Say They’ll Sue If They’re Denied ‘Major Party Status’

Depending on how you count the vote, Gary Johnson either did or did not get 5 percent of…

Amid Charges of Racism and Rent Spiking, Airbnb Teams Up With Seattle Urban League

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Amid Charges of Racism and Rent Spiking, Airbnb Teams Up With Seattle Urban League

The platform says it’s a force for social justice, haters be damned.

One Man’s Plan to Turn King Street Station Into an Immigrant Culinary Hub

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One Man’s Plan to Turn King Street Station Into an Immigrant Culinary Hub

Something’s going to happen with King Street Station soon. The only question is what.

The City Has Released Labor Rules for Uber, and Nobody Is Happy

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The City Has Released Labor Rules for Uber, and Nobody Is Happy

Rideshare companies and labor organizers both say the city is missing the mark on laying out how drivers…

Jamie Ford On the Bitter Talk of Internment in 21st Century America

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Jamie Ford On the Bitter Talk of Internment in 21st Century America

“We’ve devolved, a little bit, socially.”

The Marijuana Industry Is Not Excited About an Attorney General Jeff Sessions

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The Marijuana Industry Is Not Excited About an Attorney General Jeff Sessions

The senator once said that he had no problem with the KKK until he found out they smoked…

Labor Unions Jump Into Density Fight, Saying Low-Wage Workers Will Suffer Under the High-rises

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Labor Unions Jump Into Density Fight, Saying Low-Wage Workers Will Suffer Under the High-rises

A coalition of labor and immigrant groups brings a new dynamic to an old fight over density.

I-732 Did Really, Really Bad Among Late Undecided Voters

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I-732 Did Really, Really Bad Among Late Undecided Voters

As in, 96 percent voted “no” bad. You can thank the Koch Brothers.

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Will Road Congestion Determine the Sonics’ Fate?

A battle over who has it worse, the proposed SoDo Arena or KeyArena.

Surprise! Washington Republicans Love Trump After All

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Surprise! Washington Republicans Love Trump After All

While Chris Vance continues to carry the never-Trump mantle, he’s in lonely company as Trump proves victorious.

How to Bring the Country Back Together … With Selfies

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How to Bring the Country Back Together … With Selfies

Reunite U.S. aims to get opposition leaders to sit, chat, and snap.

Cafe Racer Says It’s On Its Last Legs, Needs Financial Support

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Cafe Racer Says It’s On Its Last Legs, Needs Financial Support

The cafe blames heavy street construction on declining revenue.

The owners of Re-Bar this year told us they wanted the bar designated a landmark. Many patrons agree.

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Legacy Business Effort Jumps First Hurdle in City Budget Wrangling

A measure to put $100,000 toward a study of the issue was included in Tim Burgess’ package of…