Opinion When Joe McCarthy came to Seattle A new documentary highlights the late senator's demagogic legacy, just as it dovetails with Donald Trump's impeachment trial in the U.S. Senate. by Peter Jackson / January 6, 2020
Environment Can tribes sue the government over climate change? Tribal nations' efforts to force the U.S. to honor treaty rights could bolster environmental protections. by Anna V. Smith High Country News / May 21, 2019
Opinion In Trump's America, Russian studies are more important than ever The University of Washington, a leader in international studies, could use some state support. by Peter Jackson / July 24, 2018
Opinion Washington conservationists are Scott free. Now what? Without Scott Pruitt as EPA administrator, expect fewer headlines and the same terrible policies. by Peter Jackson / July 6, 2018
Opinion ICE agents and the ethics of following orders Seattleites are protesting by asking: Will Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents dissent against cruelty? by Peter Jackson / June 21, 2018
Culture A love story rooted in the unthinkable Saccharine greeting cards, gut-binding chocolates. There's a contrived feel to Valentine's Day. by Peter Jackson / February 13, 2018
Culture Can Trump really do that? UW profs look at presidential power Trump has already found a wall: the Constitution by Peter Jackson / January 28, 2018
Politics What Neil Gorsuch could mean for Indian Country Gorsuch was confirmed in April along party lines, and no Western Democrat voted in his favor. But Gorsuch has a strong background in Indian law and a record of recognizing tribal sovereignty and self... by Anna V. Smith for High Country News / December 13, 2017
Politics GOP tax bill could turn 7,000 UW grad students' worlds upside down Students on the UW campus. by Peter Jackson / November 21, 2017
