http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/index.html en-us Copyright 2012 The Seattle Times Company Fri, 10 Feb 2012 07:30:10 PST Fri, 10 Feb 2012 07:30:10 PST MattBase 1 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/art/ui/stlogo_231.gif http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/ http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017470954_apusbirthcontrolpolitics.html?syndication=rss Retreating in the face of a political uproar, President Barack Obama on Friday will announce that religious employers will not have to cover birth control for their employees after all, The Associated Press has learned. The administration instead will demand that insurance companies will be the ones directly responsible for providing free contraception. Nation & World http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017470954_apusbirthcontrolpolitics.html?syndication=rss Fri, 10 Feb 2012 07:15:22 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017470915_apuscampaignsforeignmoney.html?syndication=rss Money pouring into the presidential election from super political action committees and nonprofit campaign groups appears so far to be strictly American in origin, donated by U.S. companies, unions and millionaires. But it's easier than ever to conceal the source of money and the identities of contributors, making conditions ripe for illegal donations from foreigners, overseas companies or governments attempting to help a favored candidate for the White House. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017470915_apuscampaignsforeignmoney.html?syndication=rss Fri, 10 Feb 2012 07:01:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017470896_apussantorum.html?syndication=rss Rick Santorum stirs his ever-growing crowds when he promises to right a country awash in "immoral debt" and to replace an administration he argues has "callousness toward life and family and faith." Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017470896_apussantorum.html?syndication=rss Fri, 10 Feb 2012 06:31:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017470707_apusculturepolitics.html?syndication=rss All of a sudden, abortion, contraception and gay marriage are at the center of American political discourse, with the struggling - though improving - economy pushed to the background. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017470707_apusculturepolitics.html?syndication=rss Fri, 10 Feb 2012 05:16:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017470763_apusobamapreview.html?syndication=rss President Barack Obama is set to sign the last piece of legislation that former Rep. Gabrielle Giffords sponsored and voted on. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017470763_apusobamapreview.html?syndication=rss Fri, 10 Feb 2012 04:16:07 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017470762_apusnochildleftbehindqa.html?syndication=rss Ten states now have President Barack Obama's OK to scrap one of the most rigorous and unpopular mandates in American education - that all students measure up in reading and math by 2014. In exchange, the states had to promise they would raise standards and develop more creative ways to measure what students are learning. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017470762_apusnochildleftbehindqa.html?syndication=rss Fri, 10 Feb 2012 04:01:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017470759_apusseekingamanufacturingmiracle.html?syndication=rss President Barack Obama is making a strong election-year push for an economic revival "built on American manufacturing." But he faces an uphill slog, with little consensus even within his own party on how to do it. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017470759_apusseekingamanufacturingmiracle.html?syndication=rss Fri, 10 Feb 2012 04:01:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017465102_apussantorum.html?syndication=rss Rick Santorum stirs his ever-growing crowds when he promises to right a country awash in "immoral debt" and to replace an administration he argues has "callousness toward life and family and faith." Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017465102_apussantorum.html?syndication=rss Fri, 10 Feb 2012 04:01:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017469273_apusrepublicansconservatives.html?syndication=rss Three of the four GOP presidential candidates are addressing a major conservative gathering in Washington, giving them a high-profile stage to reshape their messages at a moment of uncertainty in the contest. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017469273_apusrepublicansconservatives.html?syndication=rss Fri, 10 Feb 2012 03:46:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017470747_apuscampaignsforeignmoney.html?syndication=rss Money pouring into the presidential election from super political action committees and nonprofit campaign groups appears so far to be strictly American in origin, donated by U.S. companies, unions and millionaires. But it's easier than ever to conceal the source of money and the identities of contributors, making conditions ripe for illegal donations from foreigners, overseas companies or governments attempting to help a favored candidate for the White House. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017470747_apuscampaignsforeignmoney.html?syndication=rss Fri, 10 Feb 2012 03:31:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017470731_apuscampaignforeignmoney.html?syndication=rss Money pouring into the presidential election from super political action committees appears so far to be strictly American, donated by U.S. companies, unions and millionaires. But U.S. officials and tax law experts warn the growth of super PACs has made conditions ripe for illegal foreign donations. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017470731_apuscampaignforeignmoney.html?syndication=rss Fri, 10 Feb 2012 03:16:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2017470374_marriage10.html?syndication=rss In most cases, lawmakers' votes on gay marriage aligned with their districts' votes on Referendum 71. Local News http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2017470374_marriage10.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 23:31:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017469282_apusbirthcontrolpolitics.html?syndication=rss Democrats are deeply divided over President Barack Obama's new rule that religious schools and hospitals must provide insurance for free birth control to their employees amid fresh signs that the administration was scrambling for a way out. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017469282_apusbirthcontrolpolitics.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 20:01:06 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nationworld/2017469922_congress10.html?syndication=rss Democrats said House Republican leaders weakened the bill by stripping out a provision that would regulate firms that collect "political intelligence" for hedge funds, private equity firms and other investors. Nation & World http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nationworld/2017469922_congress10.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 20:01:06 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2017469907_marijuana10m.html?syndication=rss A measure to create a state-licensed system for the sale of marijuana will be voted on in November after the Legislature declined to act on it. Local News http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2017469907_marijuana10m.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 20:01:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017469898_apusoutsidethebeltway.html?syndication=rss A political tip sheet for the rest of us outside the Washington Beltway, Thursday, Feb. 9: Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017469898_apusoutsidethebeltway.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 19:46:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017469426_apusobamagays.html?syndication=rss President Barack Obama told gay and lesbian supporters at a big-ticket fundraiser Thursday that there's more work to do to ensure fairness for all, but he said he "couldn't be prouder" of his track record for them. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017469426_apusobamagays.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 19:31:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017469751_apusromneyglitterbomb.html?syndication=rss The college student accused of "glitter bombing" Mitt Romney after the Colorado caucuses has been fired from his unpaid internship with state Senate Democrats. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017469751_apusromneyglitterbomb.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 19:01:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017465107_apusgiffordsseat.html?syndication=rss Ron Barber was always the behind-the-scenes man for his boss, Arizona Rep. Gabrielle Giffords. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017465107_apusgiffordsseat.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 18:46:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017466683_apusobamaitaly.html?syndication=rss Eager for Europe to contain its economic troubles, President Barack Obama praised Italian Premier Mario Monti on Thursday for his efforts to lead Italy out of its fiscal quagmire. The president said Monti has boosted confidence in Italy throughout Europe and in the marketplace. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017466683_apusobamaitaly.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 18:01:06 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017469476_apusgulfofamerica.html?syndication=rss All the people outraged about the Mississippi bill to rename the Gulf of Mexico as the "Gulf of America" have missed its satirical intent, the sponsor said Thursday. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017469476_apusgulfofamerica.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 18:01:06 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017465027_apushealthoverhaulconsumers.html?syndication=rss Don't have the slightest clue what your health insurance covers? Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017465027_apushealthoverhaulconsumers.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 17:31:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017464929_apuscongressinsidertrading.html?syndication=rss The House on Thursday joined the Senate in voting to explicitly prohibit members of Congress and other top officials from making investments on insider information. But an effort to bridle purveyors of Capitol Hill political intelligence could delay the bill's enactment. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017464929_apuscongressinsidertrading.html?syndication=rss Fri, 10 Feb 2012 06:02:27 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017465113_apusoilpipeline.html?syndication=rss The State Department's internal watchdog cleared the agency Thursday of any impropriety in its review of a permit for a controversial pipeline that that would carry Canadian oil produced from tar sands to refineries along the Texas Gulf coast. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017465113_apusoilpipeline.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 16:46:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2017460509_stalkingbill09m.html?syndication=rss A bill that would offer greater protections for stalking victims appears dead in the Legislature, after state judges raised concerns. Local News http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2017460509_stalkingbill09m.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 16:31:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017469149_apusromneycampaignads.html?syndication=rss Mitt Romney is in danger of losing his fourth straight state in Saturday's caucuses in Maine, where he and his allies have been all but absent from TV. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017469149_apusromneycampaignads.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 16:01:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017469137_apusexecutiondruglawsuit.html?syndication=rss Death row inmates are suing to stop the importation of a drug used in executions. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017469137_apusexecutiondruglawsuit.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 16:01:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017469123_apusbirthcontrolbiden.html?syndication=rss Vice President Joe Biden says he believes the Obama administration can address concerns raised by the Catholic church and religious groups about a new birth control policy that says church-affiliated employers must provide contraceptive coverage for their employees. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017469123_apusbirthcontrolbiden.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 16:01:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017465277_apuscampaignfinance.html?syndication=rss The campaign finance system is so broken that legislative changes, including a constitutional amendment, are needed to rein in runaway, secret spending in elections, congressional Democrats said Thursday. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017465277_apuscampaignfinance.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 16:01:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017464828_apuspostalproblems.html?syndication=rss Teetering on the brink of bankruptcy, the U.S. Postal Service's quarterly loss ballooned to $3.3 billion amid declining mail volume and the soaring costs of health benefits for future retirees. Nation & World http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017464828_apuspostalproblems.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 16:01:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017465394_apusussyria.html?syndication=rss The Obama administration is working with its European and Arab allies to organize the inaugural meeting of the "Friends of Syria" to explore ways to further isolate President Bashar Assad, support his foes and end ongoing violence. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017465394_apusussyria.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 14:16:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017465430_apusbideneconomy.html?syndication=rss Vice President Joe Biden says he's convinced America is better positioned than other nations to continue to lead the world's economy - whether or not his boss is still in charge. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017465430_apusbideneconomy.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 14:01:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017465358_apusnochildleftbehindobama.html?syndication=rss President Barack Obama says his decision to free 10 states from the No Child Left Behind education law will give the flexibility they need to set high standards for students and hold schools accountable. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017465358_apusnochildleftbehindobama.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:46:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017464985_apuspayrolltax.html?syndication=rss House-Senate negotiations on extending jobless benefits and a two percentage point cut in the payroll tax remained stalled Thursday, despite a proposal in which Democrats urged a modest six-week cut in the maximum time unemployed workers can receive jobless benefits. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017464985_apuspayrolltax.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:31:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017465214_apushousegopterrorsuspects.html?syndication=rss Facing domestic political pressures, the Bush and Obama administrations released or transferred 600 terror suspects deemed an acceptable threat from the U.S. prison at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, only to find that 27 percent re-engaged in terrorist or insurgent activities, according to a report by Republicans on the investigations panel of the House Armed Services Committee. Nation & World http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017465214_apushousegopterrorsuspects.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 16:16:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017465193_apusmortgagesettlementobama.html?syndication=rss President Barack Obama says a $25 billion settlement between mortgage lenders and states over foreclosure abuses "will begin to turn the page on an era of recklessness that has left so much damage in its wake." Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017465193_apusmortgagesettlementobama.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:01:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017465116_apusrecalls.html?syndication=rss The following recall has been announced: Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017465116_apusrecalls.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 11:46:08 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017465006_apusobamaeconomy.html?syndication=rss The White House is lauding a rosier election-year economic forecast, predicting the economy could add two million jobs this year. But the upbeat projection is based partly on the shaky premise that Congress will sign off on President Barack Obama's jobs agenda. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017465006_apusobamaeconomy.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 11:31:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017461297_apusmassachusettscongresskennedy.html?syndication=rss Joseph Kennedy III has moved to a different Boston suburb ahead of an expected congressional bid to replace retiring U.S. Rep. Barney Frank. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017461297_apusmassachusettscongresskennedy.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 08:31:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017461271_apusgingrichwayforward.html?syndication=rss Newt Gingrich, suddenly in danger of losing his perch as Mitt Romney's strongest GOP challenger, is fine-tuning his presidential campaign to place more emphasis on raising money, guarding his home turf and trying to avoid nasty quarrels with the front-runner. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017461271_apusgingrichwayforward.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 06:24:18 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017460824_apusjobsgapyoungandold.html?syndication=rss Squeezed by a tight job market, young Americans are especially struggling. They have suffered bigger income losses than other age groups and are less likely to be employed than at any time since World War II. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017460824_apusjobsgapyoungandold.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 05:31:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017461167_apusnochildleftbehind.html?syndication=rss President Barack Obama on Thursday will free 10 states from the strict and sweeping requirements of the No Child Left Behind law, giving leeway to states that promise to improve how they prepare and evaluate students, The Associated Press has learned. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017461167_apusnochildleftbehind.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 05:16:06 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017461203_apusmichelleobamamilitaryfood.html?syndication=rss Hold the mystery meat: Military bases will soon be serving more fruits and vegetables. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017461203_apusmichelleobamamilitaryfood.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 05:16:06 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017461158_apusobamapreview.html?syndication=rss President Barack Obama hosts the prime minister of Italy this afternoon at the White House. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017461158_apusobamapreview.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 04:46:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017460803_apushousegopterrorsuspects.html?syndication=rss Facing domestic political pressures, the Bush and Obama administrations released or transferred 600 terror suspects deemed an acceptable threat from the U.S. prison at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, only to find that 27 percent re-engaged in terrorist or insurgent activities, according to a report by Republicans on the investigations panel of the House Armed Services Committee. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017460803_apushousegopterrorsuspects.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 04:46:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017461029_apusgeorgiagopcampaign.html?syndication=rss The Georgia presidential primary may not be a slam dunk for Republican hopeful Newt Gingrich, a congressman from the state for two decades. Rival Mitt Romney is signaling that the biggest prize on Super Tuesday could be up for grabs. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017461029_apusgeorgiagopcampaign.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 01:31:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017461027_apusgingrichwayforward.html?syndication=rss Newt Gingrich, suddenly in danger of losing his perch as Mitt Romney's strongest GOP challenger, is fine-tuning his presidential campaign to place more emphasis on raising money, guarding his home turf and trying to avoid nasty quarrels with the front-runner. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017461027_apusgingrichwayforward.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 01:31:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017460056_apuswomenatwar.html?syndication=rss Pentagon rules are catching up a bit with reality after a decade when women in the U.S. military have served, fought and died on the battlefields of Iraq and Afghanistan. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017460056_apuswomenatwar.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 01:01:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017460998_apusnuclearpower.html?syndication=rss Federal regulators are considering a plan to build the nation's first nuclear power plant in a generation. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017460998_apusnuclearpower.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 01:01:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017454631_apuscongressinsidertrading.html?syndication=rss The House is ready to pass a Republican bill to ban federal officials from insider trading, legislation that was heavily influenced by Wall Street firms that want to avoid new public disclosure rules. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017454631_apuscongressinsidertrading.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 00:46:06 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017460979_apusairmarshalsdiscriminationcomplaints.html?syndication=rss Some senior officials at the Federal Air Marshal service made fun of veterans, homosexuals and minorities, creating what employees described as an unpleasant work environment at an agency with a mission that requires operating mostly under the radar, government investigators found. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017460979_apusairmarshalsdiscriminationcomplaints.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 00:46:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017460971_apusiranwhynow.html?syndication=rss The prospect of conflict with Iran has eclipsed Afghanistan as the key national security issue with head-spinning speed. After years of bad blood and an international impasse over Iran's disputed nuclear program, why does the threat of war seem so suddenly upon us? Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017460971_apusiranwhynow.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 00:31:07 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017460386_birthcontrol09.html?syndication=rss The health-care law taking effect this year requires most private insurers to pay for birth control. Religious groups have been given an extra year to comply. Health http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017460386_birthcontrol09.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 00:16:25 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017460844_apusromneyglitterbomb.html?syndication=rss A 20-year-old college student tried to throw glitter on Republican presidential hopeful Mitt Romney as he greeted supporters in Denver following Colorado's caucuses. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017460844_apusromneyglitterbomb.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 Feb 2012 23:31:07 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2017460270_redistricting09m.html?syndication=rss A Vancouver man wants the state Supreme Court to toss out Washington's new legislative and congressional maps. Local News http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2017460270_redistricting09m.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 Feb 2012 22:46:07 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017459687_apusnextupmaine.html?syndication=rss Mitt Romney and Ron Paul are the undisputed favorites in Maine, the next state weighing in on the Republican presidential race. They're the only candidates who have made much of an effort here. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017459687_apusnextupmaine.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 Feb 2012 22:01:14 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nationworld/2017460565_congress09.html?syndication=rss A minority of Democrats joined in casting a 254-173 vote in favor of allowing the president to pick specific items in spending bills for elimination. Nation & World http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nationworld/2017460565_congress09.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 06:48:50 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2017459861_gaymarriage09m.html?syndication=rss The state House on Wednesday approved legislation legalizing gay marriage, voting 55-43. The bill now goes to Gov. Chris Gregoire for her signature. Local News http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2017459861_gaymarriage09m.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 15:05:26 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017454980_apusbirthcontrolpolitics.html?syndication=rss Republicans vowed Wednesday to reverse President Barack Obama's new policy on birth control, lambasting the rule that religious schools and hospitals must provide contraceptive coverage for their employees as an "unambiguous attack on religious freedom in our country." Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017454980_apusbirthcontrolpolitics.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 Feb 2012 20:46:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017459629_apussantorumwhatnow.html?syndication=rss One day after Rick Santorum's startling breakthrough in the presidential race, his few aides decamped to distant states to start building campaign organizations from scratch. It was evidence of his challenge in converting sudden momentum into victories in the rush of contests ahead. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017459629_apussantorumwhatnow.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 Feb 2012 20:46:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017455305_apusdrillingpubliclands.html?syndication=rss Federal policing of oil and natural gas drilling on public lands is lax and inconsistent, with only 6 percent of violations resulting in monetary fines over 13 years, House Democrats said in a report Wednesday. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017455305_apusdrillingpubliclands.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 Feb 2012 20:16:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017459991_apusoutsidethebeltway.html?syndication=rss A political tip sheet for the rest of us outside the Washington Beltway, Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2012: Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017459991_apusoutsidethebeltway.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 Feb 2012 19:46:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017460063_apinsantorumindiana.html?syndication=rss Republican presidential contender Rick Santorum filed Wednesday to get on Indiana's primary ballot even though he has not been certified by local election officials. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017460063_apinsantorumindiana.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 Feb 2012 18:46:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017455338_apusillegalimmigrantstaxrefunds.html?syndication=rss Republicans are looking to deny child tax credits to illegal immigrants - refund checks averaging $1,800 a family - in an effort that has roused anger among Hispanics and some Democratic lawmakers. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017455338_apusillegalimmigrantstaxrefunds.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 Feb 2012 17:31:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017459755_apussantorumindiana.html?syndication=rss Republican presidential contender Rick Santorum is filing to get on Indiana's ballot even though he has not been certified by local election officials. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017459755_apussantorumindiana.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 Feb 2012 17:01:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017455526_apustransportationbillpensions.html?syndication=rss Federal employees would pay more toward their pensions and new employees would receive less generous retirement benefits under a House Republican plan to pay for highway programs. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017455526_apustransportationbillpensions.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 Feb 2012 17:01:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017454911_apusgopdelegates.html?syndication=rss Former Sen. Rick Santorum has surged into second place in the race for delegates with wins in Republican presidential caucuses in Colorado and Minnesota. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017454911_apusgopdelegates.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 Feb 2012 17:01:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017454673_apusgingrich.html?syndication=rss Newt Gingrich kept a stiff upper lip Wednesday after his poor showing in GOP presidential caucuses the night before, but issued dire warnings about Iran's potential nuclear capabilities. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017454673_apusgingrich.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 Feb 2012 16:46:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017459709_apuslatinovote.html?syndication=rss A national group of Latino public officeholders is projecting that 12.2 million Hispanics will vote in the general election this November. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017459709_apuslatinovote.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 Feb 2012 16:46:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017459698_apushouserollcalllineitemveto.html?syndication=rss The 254-173 roll call Wednesday by which the House passed a bill that gives the president the line-item veto, or authority to pick out specific items in spending bills for elimination. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017459698_apushouserollcalllineitemveto.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 Feb 2012 16:46:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017454515_apusstevensinvestigation.html?syndication=rss A federal judge on Wednesday rejected arguments from four attorneys who prosecuted the late Sen. Ted Stevens to keep private a report that reveals details of their mishandling of the case, but said he will not hold them criminally responsible for their "ill-gotten verdict." Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017454515_apusstevensinvestigation.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 Feb 2012 16:31:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017455539_apusobamasenate.html?syndication=rss President Barack Obama met with Senate Democrats on Wednesday to discuss their annual agenda and an upcoming deadline to extend a payroll tax cut. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017455539_apusobamasenate.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 Feb 2012 16:16:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politicsnorthwest/2017459564_vancouver_activist_asks_court.html?syndication=rss Updated at 2:28 p.m. with comments from Tim Ceis Politics Northwest http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politicsnorthwest/2017459564_vancouver_activist_asks_court.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 Feb 2012 19:46:06 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017455460_apusjusticesecretlaw.html?syndication=rss A Democratic member of the Senate Intelligence Committee said Wednesday that he, like the public, is being kept in the dark about Justice Department legal advice on when the U.S. may kill American citizens abroad who are suspected terrorists. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017455460_apusjusticesecretlaw.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 Feb 2012 15:46:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017458784_apusromney.html?syndication=rss Mitt Romney says he's a better tea party candidate than his rivals for the Republican presidential nomination. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017458784_apusromney.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 Feb 2012 15:31:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017454594_apususafghanistan.html?syndication=rss The No. 2 U.S. commander in Afghanistan said Wednesday that U.S. military advisory teams will start deploying to Afghanistan this year to help Afghan combat forces as they take a more prominent role in fighting the Taliban. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017454594_apususafghanistan.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 Feb 2012 14:31:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017455377_apusdrillingpubliclandsstates.html?syndication=rss State-by-state listing of violations cited by Department of Interior to energy companies drilling for oil and gas on public lands, February 1998 to February. 2011. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017455377_apusdrillingpubliclandsstates.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 Feb 2012 14:31:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politicsnorthwest/2017455261_senatecommitteeapprovesbillallowingnewgastaxesvehiclefees.html?syndication=rss Politics Northwest http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politicsnorthwest/2017455261_senatecommitteeapprovesbillallowingnewgastaxesvehiclefees.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 Feb 2012 12:14:31 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017455000_apusbirthcontrolwhitehouseromney.html?syndication=rss The White House is taking on GOP presidential hopeful Mitt Romney over his criticism of President Barack Obama's birth control coverage mandate. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017455000_apusbirthcontrolwhitehouseromney.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 Feb 2012 14:16:06 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017454708_apusbirthcontrolrepublicans.html?syndication=rss House Speaker John Boehner says if President Barack Obama doesn't reverse a new policy requiring religious schools and hospitals to provide employees with access to free birth control, the Congress will. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017454708_apusbirthcontrolrepublicans.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 Feb 2012 11:31:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017450601_apussantorum.html?syndication=rss A jubilant Rick Santorum is leveraging victories in Colorado, Minnesota and Missouri to increase pressure on Mitt Romney, labeling him "a well-oiled weather vane" who often shifts his positions. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017450601_apussantorum.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:31:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017450307_apusussyriawhatnext.html?syndication=rss The United States appears to be out of answers on what to do with Syria. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017450307_apusussyriawhatnext.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 Feb 2012 05:31:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017446306_apusromney.html?syndication=rss Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney shifted his focus from the economy to abortion, religious freedom and gay marriage in recent days, part of an intensified effort to win over social conservatives in states voting Tuesday. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017446306_apusromney.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 Feb 2012 05:31:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017449846_apuscongressinsidertrading.html?syndication=rss House Republicans have introduced their version of a bill to ban insider trading by thousands of federal officials, and have added provisions to bar lawmakers convicted of a felony from collecting their government pensions. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017449846_apuscongressinsidertrading.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 Feb 2012 03:31:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017450338_apcocoloradorepublicancaucuses.html?syndication=rss Colorado Republicans rewarded an insurgent religious conservative in presidential caucuses that showed the importance Christian activists hold in the state GOP. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017450338_apcocoloradorepublicancaucuses.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 Feb 2012 02:16:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017450306_apusprimarytakeaways.html?syndication=rss Notable moments from Colorado and Minnesota caucuses and Missouri's non-binding primary: Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017450306_apusprimarytakeaways.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 Feb 2012 01:31:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017449805_apusgopdelegates.html?syndication=rss Former Sen. Rick Santorum moved into second place Tuesday in the race for delegates with wins in Republican presidential caucuses in Colorado and Minnesota. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017449805_apusgopdelegates.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 Feb 2012 01:31:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017449520_apusgopcampaignvotereturns.html?syndication=rss A resurgent Rick Santorum has been declared the winner in three states, raising questions about Mitt Romney's appeal with conservatives at the core of the Republican Party. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017449520_apusgopcampaignvotereturns.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:46:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017445995_apussantorum.html?syndication=rss Republican presidential contender Rick Santorum made a calculated decision a few weeks ago. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017445995_apussantorum.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:46:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017445845_apusgingrich.html?syndication=rss GOP presidential hopeful Newt Gingrich did his best to ignore his poor showing in three states Tuesday, spending the day campaigning in Ohio and staying out of sight when primary results rolled in from Minnesota, Colorado and Missouri. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017445845_apusgingrich.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:01:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017446176_apuspaul.html?syndication=rss Ron Paul is emphasizing his ability to collect GOP delegates as the presidential nominating contest continues. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017446176_apuspaul.html?syndication=rss Tue, 07 Feb 2012 22:31:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nationworld/2017449699_dicksearmarks08m.html?syndication=rss Rep. Norm Dicks directed millions in federal money to the Puget Sound Partnership at the time his son, David, led the agency. Local News http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nationworld/2017449699_dicksearmarks08m.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 Feb 2012 06:14:26 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017449009_apushighwaybillsenate.html?syndication=rss The Senate was scheduled to take up a bill to extend federal highway and transit programs later this week even though Democrats were still struggling Tuesday to find a way to pay for the programs. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017449009_apushighwaybillsenate.html?syndication=rss Tue, 07 Feb 2012 20:16:07 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017446453_apuscoloradocaucushistory.html?syndication=rss Colorado's caucuses offer the Republican candidates for president a glimpse of their support in the Mountain West. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017446453_apuscoloradocaucushistory.html?syndication=rss Tue, 07 Feb 2012 18:31:06 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017448747_apusbirthcontrolpolitics.html?syndication=rss Political turmoil over abortion and birth control spread suddenly on Tuesday. A high-ranking official resigned from the Komen breast-cancer charity after its backtracking treaty with Planned Parenthood, and Republican presidential candidates blistered the Obama administration for a recent ruling on Catholic hospitals and contraception. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017448747_apusbirthcontrolpolitics.html?syndication=rss Tue, 07 Feb 2012 17:31:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017443494_apustexasredistricting.html?syndication=rss Last-ditch negotiations to save the April 3 Texas primary appeared dead Tuesday, throwing the state's messy redistricting battle back to a federal court that must now sort through a widely panned partial deal and pick a new primary date. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017443494_apustexasredistricting.html?syndication=rss Tue, 07 Feb 2012 17:16:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017448936_apusoutsidethebeltway.html?syndication=rss A political tip sheet for the rest of us outside the Washington Beltway, Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2012: Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017448936_apusoutsidethebeltway.html?syndication=rss Tue, 07 Feb 2012 17:01:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017445682_apuskerreysenate.html?syndication=rss Former Sen. Bob Kerrey on Tuesday rejected a comeback run for Senate, dashing Democrats' hopes of holding a coveted Nebraska seat and leaving the party to scramble for a race all but guaranteed to go Republicans' way. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017445682_apuskerreysenate.html?syndication=rss Tue, 07 Feb 2012 16:31:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politicsnorthwest/2017448741_teacher_evaluation_bills_to_be.html?syndication=rss Two Senate bills dealing with teacher evaluations, which stalled in committee last week, will be brought back to life in the Senate Ways and Means Committee on Tuesday, according the Sen. Ed Murray, D-Seattle, the panel's chair. Politics Northwest http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politicsnorthwest/2017448741_teacher_evaluation_bills_to_be.html?syndication=rss Tue, 07 Feb 2012 15:46:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017446565_apuscongressmyrick.html?syndication=rss U.S. Rep. Sue Myrick of Charlotte says she won't run again for re-election to North Carolina's 9th Congressional District. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017446565_apuscongressmyrick.html?syndication=rss Tue, 07 Feb 2012 15:01:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017446468_apuscoloradoprofile.html?syndication=rss A profile of Colorado, site of a Republican caucus Tuesday: Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017446468_apuscoloradoprofile.html?syndication=rss Tue, 07 Feb 2012 14:16:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017444581_apusvendorcongress.html?syndication=rss A Times Square street vendor who alerted police to an attempted car bombing in 2010 said Tuesday that he is running for Congress. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017444581_apusvendorcongress.html?syndication=rss Tue, 07 Feb 2012 14:16:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017446391_apusminnesotaprofile.html?syndication=rss A profile of Minnesota, site of a Republican presidential caucus on Tuesday: Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017446391_apusminnesotaprofile.html?syndication=rss Tue, 07 Feb 2012 13:46:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017446327_apusminnesotacaucushistory.html?syndication=rss In presidential politics, Minnesota is as close to a Democratic fortress as states come. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017446327_apusminnesotacaucushistory.html?syndication=rss Tue, 07 Feb 2012 13:46:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017446084_apusvotingrightsprotest.html?syndication=rss Civil rights, labor and immigration activists say they are returning to Selma, Ala. next month to protest state laws they say will largely prevent black and Latino voters, the poor, students and the elderly from voting. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017446084_apusvotingrightsprotest.html?syndication=rss Tue, 07 Feb 2012 12:31:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017446017_apusimmigrationpublicadvocate.html?syndication=rss The Homeland Security Department has appointed a public advocate to handle complaints and questions about its immigration enforcement policies. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017446017_apusimmigrationpublicadvocate.html?syndication=rss Tue, 07 Feb 2012 12:16:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017445841_apusmedicarelawsuit.html?syndication=rss A federal appeals court ruled Tuesday that seniors who receive Social Security cannot reject their legal right to Medicare benefits, in a rare case of Americans suing to get out of a government entitlement. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017445841_apusmedicarelawsuit.html?syndication=rss Tue, 07 Feb 2012 11:46:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017445873_apuscampaignnews1stldwritethru.html?syndication=rss In this campaign season, the social networks have nothing on the news networks. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017445873_apuscampaignnews1stldwritethru.html?syndication=rss Tue, 07 Feb 2012 11:16:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017443571_apusroseannepresidentialbid.html?syndication=rss Roseanne Barr's name is on California's primary ballot as a Green Party candidate for president. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2017443571_apusroseannepresidentialbid.html?syndication=rss Tue, 07 Feb 2012 08:31:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017443016_apusobamafundraising.html?syndication=rss President Barack Obama's campaign is asking top fundraisers to support a Democratic-leaning outside group that is backing the president's re-election bid, reversing Obama's opposition to "super" political action committees, which can spend unlimited amounts of cash to influence elections. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017443016_apusobamafundraising.html?syndication=rss Tue, 07 Feb 2012 05:16:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017443351_apussantorum.html?syndication=rss Republican Rick Santorum is planning some last-minute campaigning in each of the three states holding presidential contests Tuesday. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017443351_apussantorum.html?syndication=rss Tue, 07 Feb 2012 02:31:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017443350_apusobamapreview.html?syndication=rss President Barack Obama will stress the importance of science and technology education Tuesday when he hosts the second White House Science Fair. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017443350_apusobamapreview.html?syndication=rss Tue, 07 Feb 2012 02:31:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017443348_apusromney.html?syndication=rss Presidential contender Mitt Romney is fighting to win over social conservatives in Tuesday's Republican caucuses. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017443348_apusromney.html?syndication=rss Tue, 07 Feb 2012 02:31:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017443347_apuspaul.html?syndication=rss Ron Paul has invested days of campaigning and money for television ads ahead of caucuses in Minnesota, where he's hoping he can eke out the first win of his Republican presidential campaign. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017443347_apuspaul.html?syndication=rss Tue, 07 Feb 2012 02:16:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017443344_apusgingrich.html?syndication=rss Presidential candidate Newt Gingrich is campaigning in Ohio in hopes of appealing to Republicans who will vote well ahead of the state's March 6 primary. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017443344_apusgingrich.html?syndication=rss Tue, 07 Feb 2012 02:16:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nationworld/2017439316_apustexasredistricting.html?syndication=rss Texas is all but certain to have an even later say in choosing the Republican presidential nominee after what at first looked like a breakthrough deal in a bitter dispute over redistricting maps ended with wide rejection of the proposal. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nationworld/2017439316_apustexasredistricting.html?syndication=rss Tue, 07 Feb 2012 02:16:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017443330_apuscoloradoprofile.html?syndication=rss A profile of Colorado, site of a Republican caucus Tuesday: Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017443330_apuscoloradoprofile.html?syndication=rss Tue, 07 Feb 2012 02:01:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017443320_apuscoloradocaucushistory.html?syndication=rss Colorado's caucuses offer the Republican candidates for president a glimpse of their support in the Mountain West. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017443320_apuscoloradocaucushistory.html?syndication=rss Tue, 07 Feb 2012 02:01:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017443327_apusminnesotaprofile.html?syndication=rss A profile of Minnesota, site of a Republican presidential caucus on Tuesday: Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017443327_apusminnesotaprofile.html?syndication=rss Tue, 07 Feb 2012 02:01:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017443317_apusminnesotacaucushistory.html?syndication=rss In presidential politics, Minnesota is as close to a Democratic fortress as states come. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017443317_apusminnesotacaucushistory.html?syndication=rss Tue, 07 Feb 2012 01:46:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017443288_apuscampaigncaucuschaos.html?syndication=rss After back-to-back fiascos in Nevada and Iowa, the term "caucus" may be on its way to becoming a bad word in the GOP lexicon. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017443288_apuscampaigncaucuschaos.html?syndication=rss Tue, 07 Feb 2012 01:16:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017443236_apusimmigrationpublicadvocate.html?syndication=rss The Homeland Security Department has appointed a public advocate to handle complaints and questions about its immigration enforcement policies. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017443236_apusimmigrationpublicadvocate.html?syndication=rss Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00:46:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017442186_apusfaabillsenate.html?syndication=rss After five years of legislative struggling, 23 stopgap measures and a two-week shutdown of the Federal Aviation Administration, Congress finally has passed a bill aimed at prodding the nation's aviation system into a new high-tech era in which satellites are central to air traffic control and piloted planes share the skies with unmanned drones. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017442186_apusfaabillsenate.html?syndication=rss Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00:46:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017443117_apusobamacampaignmoney.html?syndication=rss President Barack Obama's campaign is returning about $200,000 in contributions collected by family members of a Mexican casino owner who fled the U.S. after facing drug and fraud charges. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017443117_apusobamacampaignmoney.html?syndication=rss Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00:31:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017443058_apuseducationbudgetcuts.html?syndication=rss The Center on Education Policy says after last school year's rough budget cuts for schools, states are predicting a brighter outlook on spending for K-12 this school year. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017443058_apuseducationbudgetcuts.html?syndication=rss Mon, 06 Feb 2012 23:16:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2017443039_federalway07m.html?syndication=rss The proposed $24 million study revives hopes that Sound Transit's light-rail service will someday reach Federal Way. Local News http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2017443039_federalway07m.html?syndication=rss Mon, 06 Feb 2012 23:16:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2017442990_insleejobs07m.html?syndication=rss Democratic gubernatorial candidate Jay Inslee rolled out his jobs plan Monday, proposing new business tax breaks and a state government focused on growing key industries such as aerospace, clean energy and agriculture. Local News http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2017442990_insleejobs07m.html?syndication=rss Mon, 06 Feb 2012 22:46:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017442989_apusromneykomen.html?syndication=rss Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney says he doesn't think a prominent breast cancer charity should continue giving grants to Planned Parenthood because it provides abortion services. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017442989_apusromneykomen.html?syndication=rss Mon, 06 Feb 2012 22:31:06 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017442979_budget07.html?syndication=rss Sen. Ed Murray, D-Seattle, favors a new capital-gains tax to help pay for education. He suggests putting the proposal on the ballot along with a temporary sales-tax increase. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017442979_budget07.html?syndication=rss Mon, 06 Feb 2012 22:46:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017442951_apusperry.html?syndication=rss Rick Perry acknowledged Monday that he's not used to losing but also vowed "I'm not slipping off into the sunset" while promising to battle federal energy and environmental policies he says would cost Texas jobs. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017442951_apusperry.html?syndication=rss Mon, 06 Feb 2012 22:16:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017442451_apusoutsidethebeltway.html?syndication=rss A political tip sheet for the rest of us outside the Washington Beltway, Monday, Feb. 6, 2012: Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017442451_apusoutsidethebeltway.html?syndication=rss Mon, 06 Feb 2012 21:16:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017442748_campaignhumor06.html?syndication=rss Seeking humor on the campaign trail: Few in the Republican field of presidential candidates would be carved into a Mount Rushmore of (intentionally) funny politicians. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017442748_campaignhumor06.html?syndication=rss Tue, 07 Feb 2012 18:40:11 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017441829_apusteapolitics.html?syndication=rss Long skeptical of Mitt Romney, tea party activists are either warming up to the GOP presidential front-runner or reluctantly backing him after abandoning hope of finding a nominee they like better. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017441829_apusteapolitics.html?syndication=rss Mon, 06 Feb 2012 20:46:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017441988_apusdomesticterrorism.html?syndication=rss The FBI has been paying closer attention to `sovereign citizen' extremists around the country out of concerns that they will react violently when they interact with government officials. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017441988_apusdomesticterrorism.html?syndication=rss Mon, 06 Feb 2012 18:31:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017435757_apussenatehoekstraad.html?syndication=rss Criticism of a Senate campaign ad featuring a young Asian woman talking in broken English about China taking away American jobs grew Monday as some warned it could revive discrimination against Asian-Americans. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017435757_apussenatehoekstraad.html?syndication=rss Mon, 06 Feb 2012 17:46:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politicsnorthwest/2017442285_senate_ways_and_means_chairman.html?syndication=rss Democratic state Sen. Ed Murray, chairman of the Senate Ways and Means Committee, on Monday proposed sending voters a half-cent sales tax increase that would eventually be replaced by a capital gains tax. Politics Northwest http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politicsnorthwest/2017442285_senate_ways_and_means_chairman.html?syndication=rss Mon, 06 Feb 2012 18:31:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politicsnorthwest/2017442275_rethinking_the_discover_pass_i.html?syndication=rss From Times staff reporter Stephanie Kim: Politics Northwest http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politicsnorthwest/2017442275_rethinking_the_discover_pass_i.html?syndication=rss Mon, 06 Feb 2012 17:46:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017439016_apussantorumindianaballot.html?syndication=rss An Indiana elections official said Monday that GOP presidential contender Rick Santorum still lacks the signatures needed to make it onto the state's May primary ballot. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017439016_apussantorumindianaballot.html?syndication=rss Mon, 06 Feb 2012 18:16:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017442096_apusjackabramoffpubliccitizen.html?syndication=rss Disgraced lobbyist Jack Abramoff spent two hours dispensing advice in one of Washington's temples of good government Monday, telling soldiers in the cause of cleaning up corruption they have a lot of work ahead of them. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017442096_apusjackabramoffpubliccitizen.html?syndication=rss Mon, 06 Feb 2012 17:16:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politicsnorthwest/2017442185_moneyball_playing_at_king_coun.html?syndication=rss King County government and the Oakland A's baseball team -- that's a comparison we hadn't heard before. Politics Northwest http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politicsnorthwest/2017442185_moneyball_playing_at_king_coun.html?syndication=rss Mon, 06 Feb 2012 17:46:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017441188_apusfighterjet.html?syndication=rss The leaders of the Senate Armed Services Committee suggested on Monday that Defense Secretary Leon Panetta rushed a decision to develop the Marine Corps version of the next-generation strike fighter jet despite new technical problems with the troubled program. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017441188_apusfighterjet.html?syndication=rss Mon, 06 Feb 2012 16:16:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017439113_apustaxreformwoes.html?syndication=rss Tax reform sounds like a good idea to lots of people, but where to start? Eliminate the popular deduction for home mortgages? End the write-off for charitable contributions? How about expanding the Social Security payroll tax? Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017439113_apustaxreformwoes.html?syndication=rss Mon, 06 Feb 2012 16:01:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017439018_apusgingrichlobbyists.html?syndication=rss Republican presidential candidate Newt Gingrich says his consulting group never lobbied for clients. But his business hired state and federal lobbyists to work with clients, and some staff left to take lobbying jobs, according to lobbying disclosures and corporate reports. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017439018_apusgingrichlobbyists.html?syndication=rss Mon, 06 Feb 2012 16:07:34 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017439486_apusgingrichfactcheck.html?syndication=rss After losing Saturday's Nevada caucus race, Republican presidential candidate Newt Gingrich sought solace in what he called an encouraging statistic: that his supporters were turning out to vote more enthusiastically than those of his chief rival, Mitt Romney. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017439486_apusgingrichfactcheck.html?syndication=rss Mon, 06 Feb 2012 14:16:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017439219_apusdefensebudgetnewreality.html?syndication=rss President Barack Obama's call to shrink the military, shut bases and cancel weapons to meet the demand for budget cuts tests the resolve of lawmakers who came to Washington determined to slash the deficit. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017439219_apusdefensebudgetnewreality.html?syndication=rss Mon, 06 Feb 2012 13:46:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politicsnorthwest/2017439246_gay_marriage_legislation_clear.html?syndication=rss Legislation legalizing same-sex marriage cleared the House Judiciary Committee on Monday by a 7-to-5 vote Politics Northwest http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politicsnorthwest/2017439246_gay_marriage_legislation_clear.html?syndication=rss Mon, 06 Feb 2012 12:16:07 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017439058_apusenergyproductionfactcheck.html?syndication=rss You wouldn't know it from the Republicans, but these are boom times for American energy. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017439058_apusenergyproductionfactcheck.html?syndication=rss Mon, 06 Feb 2012 11:16:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017435773_apusgopdelegates.html?syndication=rss Mitt Romney has added to his lead in the race for delegates now that Republican officials in Nevada finished the vote count from Saturday's presidential caucuses. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017435773_apusgopdelegates.html?syndication=rss Mon, 06 Feb 2012 11:01:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017435747_apusobamacampaign.html?syndication=rss President Barack Obama says the rise of political action committees guarantees that there will be a lot of negative ads in the lead-up to November's presidential election. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017435747_apusobamacampaign.html?syndication=rss Mon, 06 Feb 2012 08:46:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017435735_apususegypt.html?syndication=rss The U.S. ambassador to the United Nations is keeping up the Obama administration's pressure on Egypt to release 19 Americans facing trial on allegations of encouraging unrest in the country. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017435735_apususegypt.html?syndication=rss Mon, 06 Feb 2012 06:31:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017435456_apuscampaigngreatgaffes.html?syndication=rss Mitt Romney's remark that he's not worried about the very poor, the latest gaffe in a campaign rich with blunders, joins a long list of wait-let-me-explain episodes in presidential election history. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017435456_apuscampaigngreatgaffes.html?syndication=rss Mon, 06 Feb 2012 04:46:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017435608_apusgopcampaignnevada.html?syndication=rss Nevada Republicans have finally finished counting the votes in their Saturday presidential caucuses. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017435608_apusgopcampaignnevada.html?syndication=rss Mon, 06 Feb 2012 04:31:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017435462_apusdefensebudgetnewreality.html?syndication=rss Lawmakers who came to Washington demanding budget cuts face a tough test now that President Barack Obama and military leaders want to shrink the force, shut down bases and cancel weapons to achieve them. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017435462_apusdefensebudgetnewreality.html?syndication=rss Mon, 06 Feb 2012 03:16:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017435459_apusbetterleftunsaid.html?syndication=rss Ten entries from the Department of Words Better Left Unsaid, uttered by recent presidents, vice presidents, spouses and White House wannabes. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017435459_apusbetterleftunsaid.html?syndication=rss Mon, 06 Feb 2012 02:46:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017435458_apusenergyproductionfactcheck.html?syndication=rss You wouldn't know it from the Republicans, but these are boom times for American energy. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017435458_apusenergyproductionfactcheck.html?syndication=rss Mon, 06 Feb 2012 02:46:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017433928_apusobama.html?syndication=rss President Barack Obama says the United States is working in "lockstep" with Israel to solve the brewing crisis over Iran's disputed nuclear program. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017433928_apusobama.html?syndication=rss Mon, 06 Feb 2012 02:31:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017434055_apussenatehoekstraad.html?syndication=rss The portrayal of a young Asian woman speaking broken English in a Super Bowl ad being run by U.S. Senate candidate Pete Hoekstra against Michigan incumbent Debbie Stabenow is bringing charges of racial insensitivity. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017434055_apussenatehoekstraad.html?syndication=rss Sun, 05 Feb 2012 21:01:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/jerrylarge/2017434550_jdl06.html?syndication=rss The U.S. demonizes the poor while other developed countries cut their poverty rates. Jerry Large http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/jerrylarge/2017434550_jdl06.html?syndication=rss Sun, 05 Feb 2012 19:46:06 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017431460_apussantorum.html?syndication=rss Rick Santorum has lost four straight contests. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017431460_apussantorum.html?syndication=rss Sun, 05 Feb 2012 18:01:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017434052_apusobamasuperbowl.html?syndication=rss President Barack Obama isn't picking sides this Super Bowl Sunday. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017434052_apusobamasuperbowl.html?syndication=rss Sun, 05 Feb 2012 16:31:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017433946_apusobamaeconomy.html?syndication=rss President Barack Obama says he deserves re-election, despite the nation's economic troubles. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017433946_apusobamaeconomy.html?syndication=rss Sun, 05 Feb 2012 16:16:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017430896_apusgingrich.html?syndication=rss Newt Gingrich is wooing NASCAR voters. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017430896_apusgingrich.html?syndication=rss Sun, 05 Feb 2012 15:31:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017430852_apuscoloradocaucuses.html?syndication=rss Note to Republican presidential contenders: Colorado's political terrain is as rocky as its mountains. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017430852_apuscoloradocaucuses.html?syndication=rss Sun, 05 Feb 2012 15:31:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017430676_apusminnesotacaucuses.html?syndication=rss Minnesota once took pride in progressive reform and political consensus. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017430676_apusminnesotacaucuses.html?syndication=rss Sun, 05 Feb 2012 12:31:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017428967_apussailorshazing.html?syndication=rss Eight sailors have been discharged from the Navy after a hazing incident aboard a San Diego-based amphibious assault ship that was captured on video and included the choking of a fellow sailor, a Navy spokesman said Saturday. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017428967_apussailorshazing.html?syndication=rss Sun, 05 Feb 2012 08:16:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017423073_apusgingrich.html?syndication=rss Defeated in the Nevada caucuses, Newt Gingrich brushed aside all talk of quitting the Republican presidential race and said he hopes a series of victories will enable him to catch up with front-runner Mitt Romney by the Texas primary in early April. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017423073_apusgingrich.html?syndication=rss Sun, 05 Feb 2012 03:01:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017426527_apussailorshazing.html?syndication=rss Eight sailors have been discharged from the Navy after a hazing incident aboard a San Diego-based amphibious assault ship that was captured on video and included the choking of a fellow sailor, a Navy spokesman said Saturday. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017426527_apussailorshazing.html?syndication=rss Sun, 05 Feb 2012 03:01:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017427077_apusnevadasabbathcaucus.html?syndication=rss Angry Ron Paul supporters overtook a special caucus Saturday night for religious voters who honor the Sabbath, prompting long lines, frantic GOP officials and voter fraud complaints. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017427077_apusnevadasabbathcaucus.html?syndication=rss Sun, 05 Feb 2012 01:46:06 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nationworld/2017426982_nevada05.html?syndication=rss The Nevada caucus victory offers Mitt Romney an opportunity to assert that the Republican Party is uniting behind him. Nation & World http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nationworld/2017426982_nevada05.html?syndication=rss Sun, 05 Feb 2012 01:01:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2017426808_council05m.html?syndication=rss The contract between the city of Seattle and arena consultant Carl Hirsh of New Jersey still has not been filed with the Clerk's Office in an apparent attempt to keep discussion about a possible arena under wraps. Local News http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2017426808_council05m.html?syndication=rss Sun, 05 Feb 2012 00:46:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017426315_apusgopcampaignvoterattitudesglance.html?syndication=rss Preliminary results of an entrance poll show Mitt Romney coasted to victory in Nevada on the strength of improved margins among conservatives, tea partiers and senior citizens combined with a big boost from the state's large contingent of Mormons. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017426315_apusgopcampaignvoterattitudesglance.html?syndication=rss Sat, 04 Feb 2012 23:16:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017426669_apusnevadacaucusesquotebox.html?syndication=rss Reaction from the candidates and people participating Saturday in Nevada's Republican presidential caucuses in which Mitt Romney, Newt Gingrich, Ron Paul and Rick Santorum competed: Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017426669_apusnevadacaucusesquotebox.html?syndication=rss Sat, 04 Feb 2012 23:16:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017426886_apusromney.html?syndication=rss For now at least, Mitt Romney's presidential campaign seems to mostly be going according to plan. A commanding Nevada victory Saturday night underscored as much. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017426886_apusromney.html?syndication=rss Sat, 04 Feb 2012 23:16:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017427038_apusgopdelegates.html?syndication=rss Mitt Romney has added to his lead in the race for delegates with a big win in the Nevada Republican presidential caucuses. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017427038_apusgopdelegates.html?syndication=rss Sat, 04 Feb 2012 23:16:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017426164_apusgopcampaignvoterattitudes.html?syndication=rss Mitt Romney rode overwhelming backing from Mormons and his best performance yet among conservatives to his emphatic victory Saturday in Nevada's Republican presidential contest, according to preliminary results of a poll of voters entering the caucuses. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017426164_apusgopcampaignvoterattitudes.html?syndication=rss Sat, 04 Feb 2012 23:01:06 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017427040_apusnevadaupallnight.html?syndication=rss The Republican party official in charge of counting Nevada caucus ballots in Las Vegas says the process is expected to take all night. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017427040_apusnevadaupallnight.html?syndication=rss Sat, 04 Feb 2012 23:01:06 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017426989_apusgopcampaigncaucustakeaways.html?syndication=rss Some notable moments from Saturday's Nevada presidential caucuses: Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017426989_apusgopcampaigncaucustakeaways.html?syndication=rss Sat, 04 Feb 2012 22:31:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2017426502_blackdiamond05m.html?syndication=rss There's been a dramatic changing of the guard in Black Diamond City Hall, but a popular effort to scale back developer YarrowBay's urban villages may depend more on the courts than on the City Council. Local News http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2017426502_blackdiamond05m.html?syndication=rss Sat, 04 Feb 2012 22:46:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2017426772_taxbreaks05m.html?syndication=rss Proposals in Olympia would force lawmakers to start examining some of the hundreds of state tax breaks currently on the books. Local News http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2017426772_taxbreaks05m.html?syndication=rss Sat, 04 Feb 2012 23:01:06 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2017426859_arena05m.html?syndication=rss Emails and documents released by the city show that there's a far more focused effort to bring an NBA team back to Seattle and build a new arena than previously known. Local News http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2017426859_arena05m.html?syndication=rss Tue, 07 Feb 2012 17:56:22 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017426507_apusnevadavotereturns.html?syndication=rss Former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney has won Nevada's Republican presidential caucuses. Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich and Texas Rep. Ron Paul remain in a tight race for second, with former Pennsylvania Sen. Rick Santorum finishing last. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017426507_apusnevadavotereturns.html?syndication=rss Sat, 04 Feb 2012 21:16:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017426251_apusgingrichlawsuit.html?syndication=rss A central Florida man is suing Newt Gingrich, claiming a security officer for the Republican presidential candidate stomped on his foot "like he was stomping out a cigarette." Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017426251_apusgingrichlawsuit.html?syndication=rss Sat, 04 Feb 2012 17:31:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017422751_apusborderpatrolovertime.html?syndication=rss Border Patrol agents have racked up daily overtime at a cost of about $1.4 billion in the past six years while the number of arrests of illegal border crossers has fallen to the lowest level in nearly 40 years, an Associated Press analysis of agency records finds. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017422751_apusborderpatrolovertime.html?syndication=rss Sat, 04 Feb 2012 10:46:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017422816_apusromneygingrich.html?syndication=rss Mitt Romney listens. Newt Gingrich lectures. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017422816_apusromneygingrich.html?syndication=rss Sat, 04 Feb 2012 10:31:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017419637_apusobama.html?syndication=rss President Barack Obama is rallying support for his plan to expand government assistance to homeowners, pressuring Congress to help lower lending rates for millions of strapped homeowners. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017419637_apusobama.html?syndication=rss Sat, 04 Feb 2012 05:16:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017419578_apusromney.html?syndication=rss Mitt Romney expects Nevada's caucuses to kick off a month of primary and caucus contests to keep momentum on his side in the race for the GOP presidential nomination. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017419578_apusromney.html?syndication=rss Sat, 04 Feb 2012 03:31:06 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017419576_apusgingrich.html?syndication=rss Republican presidential candidate Newt Gingrich has little hope for an upset in Nevada's caucuses and instead is looking to best rival Ron Paul for second place. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017419576_apusgingrich.html?syndication=rss Sat, 04 Feb 2012 03:31:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017419557_apusnevadaprofile.html?syndication=rss A profile of Nevada, site of the Republican caucus on Feb. 4: Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017419557_apusnevadaprofile.html?syndication=rss Sat, 04 Feb 2012 03:01:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017419554_apusnevadacaucushistory.html?syndication=rss With its 24-hour casino gambling, legalized prostitution and drive-through wedding chapels, Nevada seems anything but conventional. When it comes to voting in presidential elections, it's as mainstream as it gets. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017419554_apusnevadacaucushistory.html?syndication=rss Sat, 04 Feb 2012 02:46:07 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017417918_apusgopcampaign.html?syndication=rss A confident Mitt Romney is looking past his GOP opponents and Nevada's caucuses the day the state votes. Chief rival Newt Gingrich is bracing for defeat in a state the former Massachusetts governor won in 2008. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017417918_apusgopcampaign.html?syndication=rss Sat, 04 Feb 2012 02:46:06 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/businesstechnology/2017419190_jobs04.html?syndication=rss Numbers may alter rhetoric in presidential campaigns Business & Technology http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/businesstechnology/2017419190_jobs04.html?syndication=rss Sat, 04 Feb 2012 01:01:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017419200_komen04.html?syndication=rss Susan G. Komen for the Cure has abandoned its plan to cut money to Planned Parenthood that's used for breast-cancer screenings. Health http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017419200_komen04.html?syndication=rss Sat, 04 Feb 2012 00:16:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nationworld/2017419198_campaign04.html?syndication=rss The momentum Mitt Romney picked up after his victory in the Florida primary shows no signs of waning through the many contests this month in Western states. Nation & World http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nationworld/2017419198_campaign04.html?syndication=rss Sat, 04 Feb 2012 00:16:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2017419343_tanning04m.html?syndication=rss A proposal in the state Legislature would ban the use of tanning beds by anyone under 18. Local News http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2017419343_tanning04m.html?syndication=rss Sat, 04 Feb 2012 00:01:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017414138_apusnypdintelligence.html?syndication=rss Thirty-three civil rights groups from around the country complained to the New York attorney general Friday about police documents that showed the New York Police Department recommending increased surveillance of Shiite mosques based on their religion. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017414138_apusnypdintelligence.html?syndication=rss Fri, 03 Feb 2012 23:16:06 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2017419175_education04.html?syndication=rss Two bills to reshape Washington's education system stalled in committee Friday creating something of a standoff between supporters and education committee chairwoman Rosemary McAuliffe, D-Bothell. Local News http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2017419175_education04.html?syndication=rss Fri, 03 Feb 2012 23:01:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2017418598_reichert04m.html?syndication=rss Republican U.S. Rep. Dave Reichert won't challenge Democratic Sen. Maria Cantwell. Local News http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2017418598_reichert04m.html?syndication=rss Fri, 03 Feb 2012 21:16:11 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017413563_apusvetsjobsprogram.html?syndication=rss In an effort to cut the unemployment rate among veterans, President Barack Obama is calling for a new conservation program that would put veterans to work rebuilding trails, roads and levees on public lands. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017413563_apusvetsjobsprogram.html?syndication=rss Fri, 03 Feb 2012 20:31:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017418400_apusromneydebatecoach.html?syndication=rss The debate coach who worked with Mitt Romney ahead of two well-received debate performances in Florida is no longer with the Republican's presidential campaign. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017418400_apusromneydebatecoach.html?syndication=rss Fri, 03 Feb 2012 19:46:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017414114_apusmoneyforpoliticians.html?syndication=rss The millionaires, billionaires and companies giving big sums to political committees supporting Mitt Romney, Newt Gingrich and Barack Obama have important business with the next president. Some are already in trouble with the government. Some are pressing for new laws or regulations that would benefit their interests in energy, mining and high finance. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017414114_apusmoneyforpoliticians.html?syndication=rss Fri, 03 Feb 2012 19:16:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017418242_apussantorumindianaballot.html?syndication=rss Republican presidential candidate Rick Santorum said Friday he will fight an Indiana election board's ruling that he does not have enough support to appear on the state ballot in the May 8 primary. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017418242_apussantorumindianaballot.html?syndication=rss Fri, 03 Feb 2012 18:46:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017418201_apussantorumstrokes.html?syndication=rss Republican presidential hopeful Rick Santorum on Friday backed prominent conservative James Dobson's claim that President Barack Obama's administration would block medical treatment for stroke patients over age 70. Professional medical groups have called such statements bogus. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017418201_apussantorumstrokes.html?syndication=rss Fri, 03 Feb 2012 18:16:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017418173_apusoutsidethebeltway.html?syndication=rss A political tip sheet for the rest of us outside the Washington Beltway, Friday, Feb. 3, 2012: Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017418173_apusoutsidethebeltway.html?syndication=rss Fri, 03 Feb 2012 18:16:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017418157_apusmissourisenatewealth.html?syndication=rss St. Louis businessman John Brunner has already poured at least $1 million into his Republican quest to challenge Democratic U.S. Sen. Claire McCaskill, and new documents show Brunner has a lot more where that came from. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017418157_apusmissourisenatewealth.html?syndication=rss Fri, 03 Feb 2012 18:16:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017417917_apususairforcecuts.html?syndication=rss The Air Force on Friday detailed plans to cut the service by nearly 10,000 active, National Guard and Reserve airmen next year, as part of a broad move to downsize and shift capabilities around the country to be better prepared for wars of the future. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017417917_apususairforcecuts.html?syndication=rss Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:31:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017417821_apusnevadaeconomy.html?syndication=rss In Nevada, people could once buy homes and feed their families with money earned from free-spending tourists who flocked to Sin City for relaxed gambling and liquor laws. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017417821_apusnevadaeconomy.html?syndication=rss Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:31:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017417754_apusromneylovingamerica.html?syndication=rss Mitt Romney talks about his love for America almost every day. Twice now, the Republican presidential front-runner has even broken into song. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017417754_apusromneylovingamerica.html?syndication=rss Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:01:06 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017417668_apusobamafundraising.html?syndication=rss President Barack Obama has spent time with around 25 wealthy donors who paid $35,800 each to talk with him behind closed doors at a Washington hotel. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017417668_apusobamafundraising.html?syndication=rss Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:31:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017414244_apusillinoiscongressjacksonchallenger.html?syndication=rss The former congresswoman and one-time Mary Kay saleswoman dashed up to the pulpit of the black megachurch and offered stories of growing up poor and raising two children on her own as she tried to win the congregation's support for her bid to unseat Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017414244_apusillinoiscongressjacksonchallenger.html?syndication=rss Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:16:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017409969_apusussyria.html?syndication=rss The Obama administration pressed Russia on Friday to back a softened version of a U.N. Security Council resolution condemning the violence in Syria, though it was unclear if the compromise wording would compel President Bashar Assad to step down as Washington wants. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017409969_apusussyria.html?syndication=rss Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:01:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017413555_apusfaabillhouse.html?syndication=rss A four-year blueprint for aviation programs that hastens the transition to a new air traffic control system based on GPS technology was given final approval by the House on Friday despite last-minute objections from organized labor. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017413555_apusfaabillhouse.html?syndication=rss Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:01:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017413926_apusustalibanobama.html?syndication=rss Reclusive Taliban leader Mullah Mohammed Omar wrote to President Barack Obama last year indicating an interest in talks key to ending the war in Afghanistan, current and former U.S. officials told The Associated Press. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017413926_apusustalibanobama.html?syndication=rss Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:01:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017414132_apusmoneyforpoliticiansglance.html?syndication=rss Priorities USA Action, an independent group founded by former Obama aides, raised $4.4 million in 2011 from donors that included: Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017414132_apusmoneyforpoliticiansglance.html?syndication=rss Fri, 03 Feb 2012 14:16:06 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politicsnorthwest/2017414111_rep_carlyle_introduces_bill_to.html?syndication=rss Given the fact that talk about eliminating tax breaks rarely gets even a hearing in Olympia, Rep. Reuven Carlyle, D-Seattle has introduced a measure, House Bill 2762, that would put an expiration date on 251 tax exemptions starting in 2017. Politics Northwest http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politicsnorthwest/2017414111_rep_carlyle_introduces_bill_to.html?syndication=rss Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:01:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017409912_apuscongressinsidertrading.html?syndication=rss Legislation that would ban insider trading by lawmakers and thousands of executive branch officials headed for what could be a more contentious debate in the House after sailing through the Senate on a 96-3 vote. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017409912_apuscongressinsidertrading.html?syndication=rss Fri, 03 Feb 2012 13:16:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politicsnorthwest/2017413564_vp.html?syndication=rss Politics Northwest http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politicsnorthwest/2017413564_vp.html?syndication=rss Fri, 03 Feb 2012 09:50:12 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017413548_apuseconomyobama.html?syndication=rss President Barack Obama says the U.S. economy is growing stronger and the economic recovery is speeding up. Politics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017413548_apuseconomyobama.html?syndication=rss Fri, 03 Feb 2012 10:46:03 PST