The end of the pandemic lockdown is closer than you think | Jon Talton
States and cities across the country are starting to reopen after more than a year of the COVID-19 crisis. Seattle needs to prepare for reentry...
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Jon Talton
Talton writes about business and the Pacific Northwest economy in the Sunday Seattle Times.
Stark scenarios in U.S. intelligence report paint a dire future for climate, economy unless we make big changes fast | Jon talton
The newest 20-year forecast by U.S. intelligence agencies offers a stark warning. Will we heed it? Columnist Jon Talton walks us through the forecast.
At 50, Amtrak could get the transformational makeover it needs | Jon Talton
The national passenger railroad is about to mark an important birthday as President Biden is proposing an infrastructure investment that would extend its reach and...
Uber’s gig workers to be treated like employees in U.K., but here it’s a different story
Britain has forced Uber to recognize its drivers as employees. But with the lobbying power of gig-based companies in the U.S., don't expect similar reforms...
Washington state faces uncertainty as Biden continues hard line on trade | Jon Talton
The new administration wants more equitable trade policies than those pursued by presidents prior to Trump. Details are lacking, but Washington's trade dependence is again...
Across the lake, a city looks to profit from Seattle’s mistakes | Jon Talton
Seattle, struggling with crime and homelessness, is poorly positioned to reclaim its superstar status as the nation tames the coronavirus pandemic, writes economy columnist Jon...
Chinese and Russian hacking episodes are flashpoints in bigger conflict | Jon Talton
Microsoft and Amazon will play a big role in American readiness for any future cyberwar. That's one reason why foreign hackers are stalking them, writes...
Inflation isn’t the big risk, with economy’s recovery still uncertain | Jon Talton
Don't worry about a return of 1970s-level inflation, and don't be led astray by the bond market's jitters. A big stimulus is needed and so...
Downtowns will be back, but Seattle has choices to make | Jon Talton
Once the pandemic passes, reasons are abundant to be bullish on downtowns, even with remote work. In the past, Seattle’s genius for reinvention has always...