Tim Punke

of Mercer Island worked for the Clinton White House, the Gore 2000 presidential campaign, and Democratic U.S. Sen. Max Baucus.

This artwork by Donna Grethen refers to reminding voters to vote in the upcoming election.

November 9, 2021 at 1:56 pm

Takeaways from the 2021 election | Op-Ed

Three take-aways from this month's election that saw moderates defeating extremists in Seattle and in some ballot questions nationally.

November 15, 2020 at 12:01 pm

A win for moderates: 4 take-aways from the election | Op-Ed

Political moderates can have a role in Washington politics.

July 4, 2019 at 12:01 pm

We need a presidential debate on climate | Op-Ed

Will a Democratic president prioritize the environment or not?