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Book Review: The lie of the footprint in Auden Schendler’s “Terrible Beauty”
Schendler’s book challenges the effectiveness of incremental reforms and highlights the need for substantial systemic change, urging a shift from profit-centric capitalism to a more sustainable model. It succeeds as a corporate autopsy, but falls short as a roadmap. Book Review: The lie of the footprint in Auden Schendler’s “Terrible Beauty” is a post from NPI's Cascadia Advocate, the journal of the Northwest Progressive Institute. Published continuously since March of 2004, NPI's Cascadia Advocate provides thoughtful commentary and analysis on regional, national, and world politics. Keep The Cascadia Advocate going by making a contribution to sustain NPI's research and advocacy here.
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Donald Trump’s lawless and corrupt regime dealt three big defeats in federal court as May 2026 draws to a close
On Friday, federal judges delivered three sharp rebukes to the Trump regime, reopening his sham IRS case, freezing his taxpayer-funded “Anti-Weaponization” slush fund, and ordering his name removed from the Kennedy Center. The rulings are not the final word, but they show that the courts can still enforce the law against corruption, self-dealing, and authoritarian overreach. Donald Trump’s lawless and corrupt regime dealt three big defeats in federal court as May 2026 draws to a close is a post from NPI's Cascadia Advocate, the journal of the Northwest Progressive Institute. Published continuously since March of 2004, NPI's Cascadia Advocate provides thoughtful commentary and analysis on regional, national, and world politics. Keep The Cascadia Advocate going by making a contribution to sustain NPI's research and advocacy here.
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The Independent Bookstore In Fremont Builds Community Connection Through Cooking
Book Larder, a community cookbook store in Fremont, recently hosted author Cha McCoy to celebrate her new book, "Wine Pairing for the People." The publication highlights underrepresented wine-making regions and connects global culinary traditions with personal heritage. This event aligns with Book Larder's mission to foster community through food and celebrate diverse cultural voices.
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‘Black Futures Book Club’ Creates Space For Afrofuturism And Literary Connection
The "Black Futures Book Club" serves as a monthly literary forum dedicated to Afrofuturist literature. The club explores Black culture, history, and experience through speculative fiction, science, and technology, fostering inclusive communities and envisioning futures centered on Black identity and liberation.
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Podcast: Nominations Close, Public Voting Begins For Seattle Medium Awards
The Seattle Medium's Best of the Best Northwest Reader's Choice Awards has entered its voting phase, empowering the community to determine winners across diverse categories, ranging from business and education to nonprofit service.
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Podcast: Garfield High School Student’s Family Initiates Gun Violence Awareness Events
Nearly two years after the tragic shooting death of Garfield High School student Amarr Murphy-Paine, his family is transforming grief into action by organizing a series of community events. These initiatives aim to honor Murphy-Paine's life while raising awareness about gun violence, youth mental health, and the critical role of community engagement.
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As America Celebrates Its 250th, Smithsonian Leader Lonnie Bunch Treads A Fine Political Line
Lonnie Bunch, Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, has curated "American Aspirations," an exhibition marking the nation's 250th anniversary. The display, featuring objects from across the Smithsonian's collections, explores the ideals, ambitions, and inherent contradictions that have shaped the United States, presenting the nation as a continuous work in progress.
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Hantavirus-Exposed Cruise Passengers May Soon Be Allowed To Return Home But Must Remain Under 24/7 Watch
The US government has outlined new conditions for American passengers exposed to a unique hantavirus strain to complete their quarantine at home as early as Monday, requiring states to deploy 24/7 monitoring outside their residences for the final three weeks of the six-week isolation period.
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Protect Yourself From Contagious Viruses With These Expert Tips
Experts identify measles, influenza, and Covid-19 as primary viral concerns, recommending consistent handwashing, comprehensive vaccination, and the use of N95 masks during periods of heightened viral activity as crucial protective measures.
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Podcast: King County Seeks Residents To Shape Skyway And White Center Funding Decisions
King County is launching the next phase of its Participatory Budgeting process, seeking residents to join a Community Advisory Board. This board will design the 2026 Participatory Grantmaking process and develop community engagement strategies, ensuring historically marginalized communities have a meaningful voice in identifying local priorities.
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Sound Transit Board adopts resolution formally scaling back 2016 ST3 system expansion plan and declaring Ballard Link unfunded
At their May meeting, directors approved a resolution to adjust the agency's ambitious system expansion program amid a $34.5 billion fiscal shortfall. The new plan for the ST3 plan categorizes projects into several tiers: fully funded, partially funded, construction not affordable within existing resources, and defer until resources identified. Sound Transit Board adopts resolution formally scaling back 2016 ST3 system expansion plan and declaring Ballard Link unfunded is a post from NPI's Cascadia Advocate, the journal of the Northwest Progressive Institute. Published continuously since March of 2004, NPI's Cascadia Advocate provides thoughtful commentary and analysis on regional, national, and world politics. Keep The Cascadia Advocate going by making a contribution to sustain NPI's research and advocacy here.
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This Year’s World Cup Is Testing The Public Health Playbook
The upcoming FIFA World Cup presents significant public health challenges, intensified by its unprecedented scale and the prevailing global health landscape. Concerns include the potential spread of measles, Ebola, and other infectious diseases, posing risks to both attendees and the wider public.