News Jail inmates can vote in Washington — but they may not know it Attorneys are trying to bring voter outreach to jails, where many may not have access to a ballot or know they can register. by David Kroman / October 28, 2020
Politics WA election campaign staff protest working conditions, poor pay A collective of campaign workers across the state says it’s tired of working crazy hours with no job security or health care. by Melissa Santos / October 27, 2020 / 8:09 a.m. October 27, 2020
Opinion How important is Washington’s lieutenant governor? Democratic candidates Marko Liias and Denny Heck are vying for an office that may not even be necessary. by Knute Berger / October 27, 2020
Inside Cascade PBS Why Washingtonians deserve a closer look at their democracy Ahead of the 2020 election, Crosscut contributors helped us examine the current state of our democracy. by Mason Bryan / October 27, 2020
Culture Three reasons you should watch ‘What the Constitution Means to Me’ From Wenatchee to Broadway, and now, Amazon Prime: This Tony-nominated play arrives at a pivotal moment for the Supreme Court. by Misha Berson / October 27, 2020
Politics Pandemic makes Washington voters political in a new way ‘Country club’ Republicans adrift. Rural Democrats bolting the party. Seattle liberals fired up. It’s very 2020. by Levi Pulkkinen / October 26, 2020
Politics WA lieutenant governor candidates try to stand out in debate State Sen. Marko Liias, D-Lynnwood, and U.S. Rep. Denny Heck both are seeking to become the second-in-line to Washington's governor. by Melissa Santos / October 22, 2020
Politics Watch: WA lieutenant governor debate between Denny Heck and Marko Liias The state’s second-in-command seat is open. Watch the full debate from Oct. 22 here. by Anne Christnovich / October 22, 2020
Politics Election fact check: WA, OR ballots can’t be ‘cancelled’ online The states’ online portals won’t invalidate your original paper ballot — even if malicious actors try to do so from afar. by Melissa Santos / October 21, 2020
Politics Immigrants aren’t betting it all on Biden winning the election Washington state experts and lawmakers warn that undoing the last four years of immigration policy requires more than just a new president. by Lilly Fowler / October 21, 2020
Opinion 2020 could be the year of the youth vote in Washington state Often ignored or faced with barriers, young voters this year have turned out in higher numbers than 2016, 2017 and 2019. by Cinthia Illan-Vazquez / October 21, 2020
Politics 2020 election could affect major WA bridge, road projects Voters may not be thinking about infrastructure when they fill out their ballots, but the election will determine how many federal dollars come to Washington. by Gregory Scruggs / October 20, 2020
Politics Matt Shea isn’t running, but he’s a key part of election attack ads The lawmaker, who was accused of domestic terrorism, is being used to attack not only his fellow Republicans, but also a Seattle Democrat. by Melissa Santos / October 19, 2020
Opinion Election 2020: A national blue wave will impact these WA races The outlines of the election are locked in: Democrats will remain on top. Only a few local contests remain in doubt. by Chris Vance / October 16, 2020
Politics GOP fights to hold on to WA secretary of state, treasurer offices Both GOP Secretary of State Kim Wyman and state Treasurer Duane Davidson face a tough challenge this election. by Melissa Santos / October 16, 2020