Seattle Sonics: Victims of Politicians and No One Else

Sports

As Jerry Brewer pointed out on the 2nd of July, the Seattle Supersonics no longer exist – and they haven’t for a year. Obviously, it is unfortunate that a community stalwart left under such confusing and frustrating circumstances. The Supersonics packing up, moving to Oklahoma City and becoming the Thunder was difficult for sports fans in the community. It was difficult for many in the greater Northwest region.

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Otter’s Twitter Use Reflects Public Persona

Politics

In our continuing coverage of the Northwest political technology scene (see here, herehere, and here), below the jump is the latest reply we’ve received from the region’s three governors.

It comes from Idaho Governor Butch Otter’s press team about their engagement of citizens on Twitter.

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Governors Turn to Twitter to Get Message Out

Politics

A recent flurry of activity is underway online by two of our region’s Governors.

But are these Northwest politicos just trying to embrace the latest fad, or will their presence have an impact?

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Congress Must Address Immigration Reform

Opinion

Yesterday, President Barack Obama met with congressional leaders – including Senator Charles Schumer (D-NY), Chairman of the Subcommittee on Immigration, Border Security and Refugees – to chart a roadmap designed to move comprehensive immigration reform forward in 2009. It may appear silly to expect Mr. Obama, Mr. Schumer and other congressional leaders to pass comprehensive immigration reform this year – let alone this congress. Even though the task is daunting, immigration reform can no longer languish; it must be addressed.

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