Today's dogma is that we must set higher educational standards to prepare all kids for college. But what about those who are less interested in academia and more oriented toward getting a good job and contributing to society that way?
Businesses fear that when it comes to their economic challenges, Mayor Mike McGinn and the city council don't get it.
Seattle could use new leadership from outside to examine the culture of police administration. Will the city council recognize the need or settle for Mayor McGinn's insider pick?
How about making a list of specific pressing needs, like the sorry shape of N. 85th St., and sparing us the sermon about "the year of urban agriculture"?
When he talked about the need to reduce 200 high-ranking positions, Mayor Mike McGinn provoked some city employees into setting up their own Web site to complain. But tough decisions are what the city needs.
