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Vote Calkins, Abdi, and Persak for Port of Seattle Commissioner

These candidates for will bring strong environmental and labor perspectives to the commission.

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Vote Yes on King County Proposition 1 (Access for All)

Yes, it’s a regressive tax. But the program it funds is worth it.

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Vote M. Lorena González for City Council

She has been an important voice on police reform and immigration on the council. Let’s give her another…

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Vote Jon Grant for City Council Position 8

Ubiquitous and consistent, he has the bold agenda Seattle needs right now.

Vote Nikkita Oliver for Mayor

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Vote Nikkita Oliver for Mayor

In these trying times, the candidate from the Peoples Party of Seattle is the leader we all need.

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Our Endorsements for Seattle’s August 1 Primary Election

A complete guide to all the 2017 races.

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Vote Mack, Helmstetter, and Patu for Seattle School Board

These candidates have the outlook and experience that will make Seattle schools better.

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Jenny Durkan Stands Alone In Not Opposing the Hotel Industry’s Anti-Labor Lawsuit

At the same time, she got a major union endorsement Tuesday, complicating the business-vs.-labor dynamic in the mayor’s…

The Economic Opportunity Institute’s John Burbank was instrumental in the push for a Seattle income tax. Photo by Nathalie Graham

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Years of Prep Preceded Lightning Fast Passage of Seattle Income Tax

Activists say the new law has its roots in past failed efforts … and Trump.

Protesters say a liquefied natural gas plant in Tacoma threatens sacred waters. Photo by Nathalie Graham

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Inspired by Standing Rock, Native Communities Resist Natural Gas Plant

“Seeds got planted in the hearts of all of us that were there.”

With Eye on Revolutionizing Tax Code, Seattle City Council Passes Income Tax on Rich

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With Eye on Revolutionizing Tax Code, Seattle City Council Passes Income Tax on Rich

The council unanimously approved a 2.25 percent tax that only applies to income over $250,000 yearly.

Anti-Trans Initiative Fails, Again, to Get Necessary Signatures

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Anti-Trans Initiative Fails, Again, to Get Necessary Signatures

This is the second time the group Just Want Privacy tried and failed to put trans access to…

Deputy Who Shot and Killed Burien Man Three Weeks Ago On Leave Again After Fatal Collision in Fife

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Deputy Who Shot and Killed Burien Man Three Weeks Ago On Leave Again After Fatal Collision in Fife

Cesar Molina had returned to work following the shooting of Tommy Le.

Katrina Johnson, Charleena Lyles’ cousin, speaks at a press conference for De-Escalate Washington on July 6, 2017. Photo by Sara Bernard

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New Initiative Seeks to Tighten Laws Around Police Killings

I-940 would change the way police are trained as well as state law on the use of deadly…

Sen. Michael Baumgartner. Photo courtesy Washington Senate Republicans

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Fear of Ballot Initiative Got GOP On Board With Paid Family Leave

They saw what happened with the minimum wage, and didn’t want to see it happen again.

Mike McGinn. Photo by Alex Garland

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McGinn Presses For ‘Realistic’ Progressive Tax Plan

While he supports the income tax, the candidate says there are simpler ways to make Seattle’s tax code…

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In the End, the Republicans’ ‘Tax Relief’ Was for Their Friends Only

Polluters, manufacturers, and investors won in this year’s budgeting marathon.

14 Long-Shot Candidates Explain Why They’re Running for Mayor

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14 Long-Shot Candidates Explain Why They’re Running for Mayor

It costs nearly $2,000 to run for the city’s highest office. They think it’s money well spent.

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Despite Budget Progress, Legislators Still Have Work to Do

Water rights and car tabs are still on the docket.

How Seattle Leftists Learned to Love the Gun

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How Seattle Leftists Learned to Love the Gun

An ominous environment has some liberals rethinking their views toward firearms.