The Thirst of the People
Liquor might be quicker, but dismantling the legacy of Prohibition has taken 80 years in Washington, accomplished mostly by initiative.
Liquor might be quicker, but dismantling the legacy of Prohibition has taken 80 years in Washington, accomplished mostly by initiative.
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.
Sensible voters rejected some far-fetched ideas and supported the more pragmatic proposals.
The success of some New York public spaces such as the High Line and Bryant Park may be leading the architect for Seattle's proposed Waterfront Park to crowd and over-program a space that cries out for serenity and introspection.
As Seattle prepares to celebrate 50 years as the little expo city that could, the chance for a future fair in the USA is a long way off.