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    Articles by George Howland Jr.
    Want Wards? Move to N.Y.
    Want Wards? Move to N.Y.
    By George Howland Jr. • October 9, 2006 12:00 am

    Seattle’s elected-at-large City Council ain’t broke.

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    One tough deputy
    One tough deputy
    By George Howland Jr. • October 9, 2006 12:00 am

    Mayor-elect Greg Nickels lets “The Shark” out.

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    The Republican revote protest at the Capitol on Tuesday: part of the echo chamber.
    The Do-Over Campaign
    By George Howland Jr. • October 9, 2006 12:00 am

    The Republicans are executing postelection strategy perfectly, and the Democrats and Gov. Christine Gregoire are failing to respond.

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    Gerald Pollet of Heart of America Northwest: "I hate to be cast in the same pool as Tim Eyman!"
    From Slots to Tots
    By George Howland Jr. • October 9, 2006 12:00 am

    This year’s initiatives address everything from gambling to education funding. But new research suggests that voters are poorly prepared to make such big policy decisions.

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    Tim Eyman
    Eyes on Eyman
    By George Howland Jr. • October 9, 2006 12:00 am

    The Public Disclosure Commission has launched a new investigation into the tax-cut-initiative king’s finances.

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    News Clips— Sidran’s reign
    News Clips— Sidran’s reign
    By George Howland Jr. • October 9, 2006 12:00 am

    “We need rain, I delivered,” City Attorney Mark Sidran quipped as he declared for mayor in an icy downpour. Sidran,…

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    The Constitution does not protect mosh pits.
    Stop dancing
    By George Howland Jr. • October 9, 2006 12:00 am

    A federal judge says there is no constitutional right to dance.

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    The Labor Council's Karen Keiser: "scandal."
    Political Capital
    By George Howland Jr. • October 9, 2006 12:00 am

    The conservative Building Industry Association of Washington uses insurance revenue from municipalities to help finance political activity.

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    City Council President Peter Steinbrueck.
    Rick’s rezone will be repealed, Peter Steinbrueck predicts
    By George Howland Jr. • October 9, 2006 12:00 am

    Council president says six council members have now admitted to rules violations.

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    A bland outside; a sensual delight inside.
    The Wal-Mart of Woo-Woo
    By George Howland Jr. • October 9, 2006 12:00 am

    Zenith Supplies is Seattle’s longtime home for scented, soothing, and enlightening gifts of all kinds.

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    News Clips— Mayor Sidran?
    News Clips— Mayor Sidran?
    By George Howland Jr. • October 9, 2006 12:00 am

    CITY ATTORNEY Mark Sidran’s quest to become mayor simply will not die. While Sidran, Seattle’s Rudy Giuliani, trailed the liberal…

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    Chelan County Superior Court Judge John E. Bridges: What did he say?
    Gov. Brad Owen?
    By George Howland Jr. • October 9, 2006 12:00 am

    Democrats and Republicans differ on who won the latest court round over the contested election, but the possible outcomes are many.

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    How to Butter Up Local Pols
    How to Butter Up Local Pols
    By George Howland Jr. • October 9, 2006 12:00 am

    A guide to ingratiating yourself with people in power

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    Top-Two Blues
    Top-Two Blues
    By George Howland Jr. • October 9, 2006 12:00 am

    The people have spoken, but so what? The state’s political parties prepare to challenge the voter-approved top-two primary.

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    Deputy mayor Tim Ceis says a proposed streetcar line would be part of a larger transit system.
    Southlake Disunion
    By George Howland Jr. • October 9, 2006 12:00 am

    The mayor is pushing for up to $460 million in transportation investment in the South Lake Union neighborhood. Critics say that might enhance Paul Allen’s property values, but it won’t relieve congestion.

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    Joe Martin hopes the sex abuse scandals will result in "spiritual revolution."
    Catholic voices
    By George Howland Jr. • October 9, 2006 12:00 am

    Area Catholics reflect on faith, God, and the institutional church.

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    To Love, Honor, and Be Gay
    To Love, Honor, and Be Gay
    By George Howland Jr. • October 9, 2006 12:00 am

    How the state’s highest court will decide whether gay marriage is legal.

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    The state Capitol in Olympia.
    The 60-Day Sprint
    By George Howland Jr. • October 9, 2006 12:00 am

    The Legislature passes measures for gay rights, alternative energy, political reform, and better unemployment benefits.

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    A time but no money to dance.
    Slow Dance
    By George Howland Jr. • October 9, 2006 12:00 am

    The Teen Dance Ordinance is dead, so why aren’t promoters more excited?

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    A Caslon button-up sweater and Calvin Klein cords from Nordstrom.
    Help for the Hapless
    By George Howland Jr. • October 9, 2006 12:00 am

    Nordstrom’s Personal Touch service is a lifesaver for procrastinators and other shopping-impaired individuals.

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