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Gov. Christine Gregoire's Red Scarenew
Why is an incumbent Democratic governor in a dark-blue state having such a tough time in her quest for re-election?
Seattle Weekly |
Aimee Curl |
10-06-2008 |
Politics
Rep. Jim McDermott Seems to be Skating to 11th Termnew
Despite predictions that Washington state's new top-two primary -- which allows two candidates to progress to the general election regardless of party affiliation -- might spell trouble for McDermott, Seattle's 10-term incumbent congressman still lacks a serious challenger for his 2008 run.
Seattle Weekly |
Aimee Curl |
08-04-2008 |
Politics
Can Taxpayer-Funded Political Campaigns Even the Scale?new
As always, Seattle is looking to match the progressive ideals of Portland and its Voter Owned Elections system -- but the plan doesn't look as pretty up close.
Seattle Weekly |
Aimee Curl |
04-14-2008 |
Politics
Are You Sure Your Delegate is Registered to Vote?new
Some counties aren't vetting their delegates to make sure they pass muster.
Seattle Weekly |
Aimee Curl |
03-31-2008 |
Politics
Rating the Seattle Stops by Presidential Hopefulsnew
We're not Iowa, but candidates filled rock clubs and union halls for our cash and votes this year.
Seattle Weekly |
Aimee Curl |
01-07-2008 |
Politics
Why Jim McDermott Thinks Global, Disdains Localnew
Seattle's nine-term representative in the House seems more like an appointed ambassador of leftist good will than the elected representative of a Pacific Northwest city.
Seattle Weekly |
Aimee Curl |
10-15-2007 |
Politics
Does City Council Candidate Venus Velazquez Have a Race Problem?new
Or does Seattle?
Seattle Weekly |
Aimee Curl |
10-15-2007 |
Politics
De'Sean Quinn's Not Headed for a Seattle Racenew
Although he recently lost his bid for Tukwila City Council, the Seattle native and aide to King County Executive Ron Sims says he has no designs on packing up and heading north to test some friendlier political waters.
Seattle Weekly |
Aimee Curl |
09-10-2007 |
Politics
Why Is Peter Steinbrueck Obsessing Over Downtown Preservation?new
Does the Seattle city councilman think it'll lead to a higher office?
Seattle Weekly |
Aimee Curl |
08-20-2007 |
Politics
Steering Washington Democrats' Political Bulldozernew
Reclusive House speaker Frank Chopp has candidates lined up through 2012 to retain a heavy majority.
Seattle Weekly |
Aimee Curl |
08-13-2007 |
Politics
Alki Foundation Backs David Della for Mayornew
What happens when the self-proclaimed business candidate doesn't get the nod of Seattle's biggest business organization? Ask Tim Burgess.
Seattle Weekly |
Aimee Curl |
07-02-2007 |
Politics
Dino Rossi Needs to Start Raising Money or Get Off the Gubernatorial Fencenew
Washington's almost-governor hasn't raised a dime for a rematch against Christine Gregoire.
Seattle Weekly |
Aimee Curl |
06-04-2007 |
Politics
Is Sally Clark Untouchable?new
The Seattle City Council's shortest-tenured member has drawn no re-election opposition, despite her reputation as "caution on roller skates" -- chalk it up to Seattle Nice.
Seattle Weekly |
Aimee Curl |
05-21-2007 |
Politics
Early Campaigning in Washington's 8th Congressional Districtnew
Darcy Burner wastes no time going back after Dave Reichert's seat -- will (donor) fatigue set in?
Seattle Weekly |
Aimee Curl |
05-01-2007 |
Politics
Ghostwriting Haunts Council Aidenew
A complaint has been filed with the Seattle Ethics and Elections Commission after David Namura wrote an op-ed piece for Councilman David Della on city time and equipment.
Seattle Weekly |
Aimee Curl |
04-23-2007 |
Politics
