
Politics
The tunnel: Let's vote
Seattle activists are floating the idea of a Viaduct tunnel referendum. Good idea.
Seattle activists are floating the idea of a Viaduct tunnel referendum. Good idea.
The debate over the Alaskan Way Viaduct replacement tunnel suggests a way to reduce the risk of public boondoggles. Put politicians personally on the hook.
Expos are about the world, but also remaking cities. Shanghai's fair showcases urbanism, which includes a Northwest pavilion that promotes density but will sell sprawl too, if that's what China wants.
The promise and disappointment of the Booth Gardner years help explain how Washington state faces its problems today.
This is the high season for ferry rides and crazy drivers. When the two meet, it's entertaining, and annoying.