Politics Super committee failure: Obama's absence hurt President Barack Obama addresses a joint session of Congress about jobs. by Ted Van Dyk / November 21, 2011
Politics Wherever Newt Gingrich goes, his character comes along Smart, knowledgeable about history, quick on his feet, Gingrich is the anti-Romney hope in the debates. But his character deserves examination. by Ted Van Dyk / November 17, 2011
Politics Eastwood's 'J. Edgar' misses the point: an evil reign at FBI J. Edgar Hoover in the White House (1967) by Ted Van Dyk / November 12, 2011
Politics The good side of the GOP debates Mitt Romney (Romney campaign) by Ted Van Dyk / November 9, 2011
Politics Voters show moderation on ballot measures here, nationally The state's highest-grossing liquor store, at 7th Avenue and Bell Street in downtown Seattle. by Ted Van Dyk / November 8, 2011
A glimpse into Hillary Clinton's personal life Sen. Hillary Clinton. (Hillary Clinton Campaign) by Ted Van Dyk / November 1, 2011
Politics Harassment charges may toast Herman Cain's chances Herman Cain speaks at a debate in May. by Ted Van Dyk / October 31, 2011
Politics Seattle elections: still too much bland leading the bland Seattle City Hall. by Ted Van Dyk / October 23, 2011
Politics The GOP debate in Vegas: a lemon Mitt Romney (Romney campaign) by Ted Van Dyk / October 18, 2011