Opinion Recession or depression? Making sense of the COVID-19 slump Whether our present predicament will last months or years sidesteps important questions about capitalism. by Katie Wilson / July 8, 2020
Opinion What makes a business tax progressive? Seattle offers a case study In the state with the most regressive tax system in the country, the Seattle City Council is weighing options for taxing large corporations. by Katie Wilson / July 1, 2020
Opinion What defunding Seattle Police could look like Less military gear, fewer officers, community investment. It all should be on the table. by Katie Wilson / June 24, 2020 / Updated at 10:40 a.m.
News Coronavirus hits a WA geoduck industry already struggling with tariffs From restaurants to shellfish farmers, the outbreak is already hurting the state's economy. by Gregory Scruggs / March 3, 2020
Opinion Poor people vie for a 'golden ticket' in King County's absurd housing lottery If this is what it takes to secure a Section 8 housing voucher, it's no wonder voters are embracing socialism. by Katie Wilson / February 25, 2020
Opinion Coronavirus could mean catastrophe for public transit The federal stimulus will help, but we'll need more creative funding approaches to save the transit system. by Katie Wilson / March 31, 2020
Opinion Jeff Bezos can't save the Earth by leaving it The Amazon CEO’s galactic ambition is worth taking seriously, but it shouldn't be space or bust. by Katie Wilson / March 25, 2020
Opinion How to fund coronavirus relief? Tax big business When the pandemic subsides, then we can take on the homelessness crisis. by Katie Wilson / March 13, 2020
Opinion Washington's uphill battle to get back to work With a COVID-19 vaccine still out of reach, stimulating the economy and slashing unemployment present an extraordinary challenge for lawmakers. by Katie Wilson / May 27, 2020
Opinion The flicker of climate hope in our pandemic dread Emissions have fallen as more people stay home, and fossil fuels have taken a hit. We must keep the momentum going. by Katie Wilson / May 20, 2020