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The disaster of GOP disaster politics
In the wake of storms and quakes, some major Republicans run out their disastrous ideas. Ron Paul wants to abolish FEMA. Eric Cantor wants to hold funding hostage to budget cuts.
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Regulating auto dealerships: a strange laxity in our state
For whatever reason, this state appears to be far too trusting of auto dealerships to police themselves. A state legislator points out some of the problems and offers a few suggested solutions.
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How Seattle grew itself a new 'downtown'
Seattle's CBD is increasing spelled SLU. Here's an account of the remarkable, somewhat accidental rise of a hot commercial and residential zone called South Lake Union.
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Getting around: Bicycles, canoes heighten our experiences
An urbanist who loves walking finds that pedaling and paddling have their own benefits.
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Red ink, red ink everywhere
And precious little political courage to start dealing with it. Here's a look at obvious, and hidden, liabilities and how our leaders might start chipping away at them. One key will be Obama's speech this week.