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Why Washington state’s constitution bans armed militias
Before statehood, mob violence and labor suppression raised serious questions about who had the right to maintain public order.
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Inauguration Day quiet in WA, despite worries about armed protests
The National Guard and State Patrol were ready to protect the Capitol, but protesters stayed home.
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5 Seattle officers now under investigation for Jan. 6 D.C. visit
Three additional SPD cops are being examined for any possible involvement in the riots.
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Four questions on Parler, Trump and Big Tech
So much of social life and public discourse occurs in the virtual realm, raising profound concerns about the law, ethics and truth.
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What’s next for the two WA Republicans who voted to impeach Trump?
Observers say the votes to impeach from U.S. Reps. Jaime Herrera Beutler and Dan Newhouse signal a ‘civil war’ playing out within the GOP nationwide.