I first met Derek 6 years ago. He had decided to take on far-right conservative Lois McMahan in a heated fight in the 26th Legislative District. The first thing you realize is the guy is smart. He understood more state… More »

No, I’m not talking about my love life here. I’m talking about the Republican Party of 2010, and it’s feelings towards America. Do they hate it, or do they just not understand it?
Health Care reform was the single most… More »

If you drive up I-5 north of Everett, there’s a guy named Paul Akers who’s got huge 4 foot by 8 foot signs all over with his name and his picture.
You can see his mug here: http://www.akersforussenate.com/
What is… More »