Opinion
When Seattle welcomed John McCain
The late senator was a conservative with an independent streak — and he found some support from Seattle in the 2000 presidential primary.
Knute Berger
Knute “Mossback” Berger is an editor-at-large and host of "Mossback’s Northwest" at Cascade PBS. He writes about politics and regional heritage.
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Opinion
Republicans catch a glimpse of Washington’s blue wave
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Opinion
Mossback on The era of Seattle's discontent
Life in Seattle feels punitive these days. Yes, we have the consolation of living in one of the most beautiful