Opinion Washington has proved vote-by-mail improves democracy Republicans have forced Americans to choose between their health and their vote. Our state knows there's a better way. by Tina Podlodowski / May 4, 2020
Politics Field Notes from Olympia: Moeties, closed-door caucus meetings and our open government ideal Legislative caucuses are off limits to the press and public, including anthropologists. by David Price / March 19, 2015
Politics Field Notes from Olympia: What if lawmakers were more like the people they serve? State Sen. Andy Hill, a prototypical Washington legislator: white, male, well-educated and well to do. Not that there's anything wrong with that. by David Price / February 26, 2015
Politics Field Notes from Olympia: Legislating virtual worlds Laws about taxing or not taxing online sales are an example of a cultural invention that dictates the way we view and behave in the "real" world. by David Price / February 22, 2015
Politics Field Notes from Olympia: The power of language and the "fear grimace" Facial expressions and posture send signals about relationships and power dynamics. by David Price / February 12, 2015
Politics Field Notes from Olympia: An anthropologist in the state capital An anthropologist in the capital, studying state lawmakers in their natural habitat. by David Price / February 11, 2015
Can a play humanize gay conversion therapy? Michael Winters in Seattle Repertory Theatre's A Great Wilderness, 2013. by Alice Kaderlan / January 25, 2014
Olivier Wevers' latest: A shot in the dark Choreographer Olivier Wevers tackles gun violence in his new ballet, "Instantly Bound." by Alice Kaderlan / January 15, 2014
Pacific Northwest Ballet debuts its talented new status symbol Pointe enthusiasts, hold your breath: Pacific Northwest Ballet is gearing up to release a world premiere of its work with one of today's top choreographers. by Alice Kaderlan / September 22, 2013
