Opinion A law Lorena González devised now benefits her Seattle mayoral campaign Something’s not right about a situation where out-of-state unions can influence local elections, but Seattle-based Amazon can't. by Joni Balter / September 22, 2021
Opinion In Seattle mayoral race, top contenders must make a case for change Both Lorena González and Bruce Harrell come with City Hall baggage. by Joni Balter / July 27, 2021
Opinion Why 2021 might be the year of backlash in Seattle city elections Grumpy, agitated, or embarrassed voters do not favor the status quo. They vote for change. by Joni Balter / June 11, 2021
Opinion How Compassion Seattle could shape the mayoral race The authors of the homelessness initiative have pulled a page from the Tim Eyman playbook, using a hot-button issue that could drive turnout and force candidates to take a stand. by Joni Balter / May 24, 2021
Politics Do newspaper endorsements matter anymore? The Seattle Times Editorial Board has picked its favorites. The Stranger, too. Does anyone care? by Cambria Roth / October 31, 2018
Politics Democratic women are angry, but will it make a difference in WA? A record number of female candidates are on the ballot in Washington state this year — and they are fed up. by Cambria Roth / October 24, 2018
Politics She's 29, Latina and running for office — as a Republican Can Maia Espinoza disrupt the Washington Legislature's all-white Republican caucus? by Cambria Roth / October 10, 2018
Politics Blue wave or prepaid postage — what inspired Washington's voters? A look at what may have impacted high voter turnout in King County and Washington. by Cambria Roth / August 21, 2018
Politics Your top 3 #Seahomeless questions. Now vote What question about homelessness do you want answered? Vote now. by Cambria Roth / July 25, 2018
Equity Ask us your #SeaHomeless questions — and we'll report back What do you want to know about homelessness in Seattle? You ask. We report. by Cambria Roth / July 19, 2018