Opinion
Newcomers, old-timers and the changing shape of Seattle politics
The city has seen an influx of new residents. But how much will that really change how the city is run?
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Election 2019
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These ballot boxes keep your vote safe from fire, rain and rampaging SUVs
The welded steel drop boxes got their start in the Puget Sound area, but are now in demand across the country.
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Two statewide ballot measures each come with baggage. Will that hurt their chances with voters this fall?
The committee that launched I-1000, an affirmative-action initiative, is deep in debt. Meanwhile, initiative promoter Tim Eyman is again in legal trouble as he champions I-976, which would cut car tab fees.
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Legal experts say affirmative-action measure wouldn’t permit use of racial quotas
Opponents argue Referendum 88 would institute numeric, race-based quotas in Washington state. The U.S. Supreme Court has repeatedly ruled such practices illegal.
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Opponents say I-1000's affirmative-action policy would hurt veterans. This UW law expert disagrees
The measure, which Washington state voters will decide on in November, also has the support of many veterans groups.