Canada Unveils New Anti-Terrorism Bill That Moves for ‘Unprecedented Expansion of Powers’
Canada introduced on Friday new anti-terrorism legislation critics say gives spy agencies sweeping powers that threaten the public’s civil liberties.
If Political Contributions Predict Super Bowl Odds, Seahawks Have the Edge
If writing checks to politicians and political causes is any indicator of how well a team will do in a Super Bowl, the Seahawks should start dusting off this year’s Vince Lombardi trophy —but it’s not going to be a blowout.
US Engaged in Massive Car Spying Program
Documents obtained by ACLU reveal vast expansion of DEA’s license plate reader database. Andrea Germanos reports.
Longtime Council Icon Nick Licata Bows Out
Beloved City Council Icon Nick Licata bows out after sixteen years on the Council. R.V. Murphy reports.
Tom Rasmussen’s Folly
Seattle City Council member Tom Rasmussen has now officially declined to run for re-election this year. His ardent support for the deep-bore tunnel apparently had nothing to do with his decision. Jeff Stevens retorts.
Eight reports show: After Citizens United, Big Money dominates politics
A handful of deep-pocketed donors gets to determine who runs for office, what issues make it onto the agenda, and too frequently, who wins. Deirdre Fulton reports.
How Regressive Local Taxes Are Rewarding the Rich
New report finds ‘fundamentally unfair’ tax system in nearly every state. Not surprisingly, Washington tops the list. Andrea Germanos writes.
New IRS Rules on Dark Money Likely Won’t Be Ready Before 2016 Election
The Internal Revenue Service says it won’t come out with new proposed rules for so-called dark money groups until late spring at the earliest, increasing the likelihood that no changes will take effect before the 2016 elections.
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