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Can big ideas still trump big money in elections?
Changes in campaign finance and media have created the train wreck that is the Republican primary. But social media could actually create room for ideas in campaigns, too.
Jordan Royer
Jordan Royer left city government in 2007 to accept the position of vice president for external affairs in the Seattle office of the Pacific Merchant Shipping Association, where he currently works rep
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Best of 2011: Can neighborhoods matter again in McGinn's Seattle?
The Seattle Model of involving neighborhoods is emulated in much of the world, but it fell from favor here over recent years. Even after making a smart hire for a Neighborhoods director, Mayor McGinn faces big decisions.
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DOJ probe raises deeper issues, starting with D.C.'s drug war
The probers found excessive force problems, but wouldn't share how they came to the conclusion with the very people who requested their help. As for bias in the justice system, D.C. should should look in the mirror.
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Will levy fatigue doom another run at Seattle car-tab fees?
As the city comes to terms with this year's failed car tab fee, officials are already looking for a new ballot measure. But the calendar is looking full.
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For one night, common sense rules on transportation
Voters made a smart decision to reject Seattle's car tab proposition. And Tim Eyman's initiative on tolling and light railing did badly among King County residents.