Opinion We must reform our police. Here’s how We need more intentional policing, better discipline, a state investigatory agency and training that acknowledges the nuance of these times. by Tim Burgess & Bernard Melekian / June 23, 2020
Opinion Forget the head tax, we need a robot tax Bill Gates first introduced the idea for a levy on robots that replace human employees. Seattle should consider it. by Ross Cohen / June 14, 2018
Politics One nation, a little more united in 2018? As we head into the new year, America is fracturing unlike any time since the 1960s — maybe even the 1860s. I have my opinion on which political tribe bears more responsibility for the current state... by Ross Cohen / December 29, 2017
Politics City Council President: 5 key post-Ferguson police reforms A woman a the Ferguson protest in Seattle holds a sign reading, "I can't believe I'm still fighting for my civil rights." by Tim Burgess / December 3, 2014
Politics It’s time for universal preschool in Seattle How bright is the educational future of children in Seattle? by Tim Burgess / September 3, 2013
Culture Police reform in Seattle is long overdue Seattle police at a 2010 event, Hempfest. by Tim Burgess / August 13, 2012
Culture Police in Seattle should embrace fed review Seattle Police Chief John Diaz by Tim Burgess / February 3, 2011
Politics Let's not miss a chance for serious reform of our schools Learning to read is essential for success in school, and it takes individualized attention to each child. by Tim Burgess / August 21, 2010
Politics Tim Burgess: Seattle’s police-chief appointment comes at a critical time Tim Burgess failed the progressive litmus test. by Tim Burgess / June 15, 2010
Politics Tim Burgess: Less is more in punishing crime Tim Burgess failed the progressive litmus test. by Tim Burgess / April 5, 2010