Donna Gordon Blankinship, Crosscut

Donna Gordon Blankinship

Crosscut

Seattle, WA, United States

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Past articles by Donna:

Seattle narrowly approves ranked-choice voting

Barring a recount, the city will change its approach to primary elections. → Read More

How — and why — to vote in today's WA Primary Election

If your dog ate your ballot, you can still vote on Tuesday. → Read More

How you helped shape our Seattle and King County voter guide

We’re sending your questions directly to candidates. → Read More

Where to stay cool during the PNW heat wave

From art galleries to public libraries, government agencies and nonprofit groups work to keep Washingtonians healthy and safe. → Read More

Washington state is reopening this week. Here's what you need to know

From mask rules to where you can go around town, Crosscut answers your questions about what life without COVID restrictions may look like. → Read More

In 2021, elections are everywhere in Washington state

We kick off this year's Crosscut Elections newsletter with a reader's question about where elections are taking place. → Read More

Washington state plans to drop all COVID restrictions June 30

Gov. Jay Inslee announced Thursday that the state is on track to reopen its economy completely by the end of June, or earlier if vaccine rates speed up. → Read More

All adults in Washington will be eligible for vaccine on April 15

On the day 2 million more Washingtonians became eligible for the COVID vaccine, Gov. Jay Inslee announced every adult will be able to get in line for a shot well ahead of President Biden’s May 1 deadline. → Read More

Mariners games soon? Gov. Inslee lifts some WA pandemic restrictions

Fans will be allowed to attend professional sporting events and other restrictions will ease as the state moves into Phase 3 of the governor’s reopening plan. → Read More

How to know when you can get vaccinated in Washington state

Sign up for Washington's vaccine phase finder and the state will help you get vaccinated when your time has come. → Read More

Threats against journalists feel more dangerous in 2021

It’s hard to look away from the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol and armed protests in Olympia, especially if you’re a journalist under attack. → Read More

How, where, when: The COVID-19 vaccine in Washington state

Answering all the reader questions we can about getting a coronavirus vaccine. → Read More

WA Gov. Jay Inslee to reinstate COVID-19 restrictions

New rules will ban indoor gathers, close restaurants to indoor dining and limit all retail to 25% capacity, including grocery stores. → Read More

Seattle celebrates Biden win, end of the Trump presidency

After days of counting, The Associated Press called the race for the former vice president. Supporters responded with relief and excitement. → Read More

What the current COVID-19 rules are in Washington state

From funerals to eating out: How the rules have changed as the state continues to deal with the pandemic, and King County remains in Phase 2 forever. → Read More

What you need to know about COVID-19 rules in Washington state

Gov. Jay Inslee has extended the current restrictions through Jan. 4, including shutting down indoor dining and social gatherings. → Read More

Culp, Inslee debate WA economy, climate crisis and racial justice

The two candidates gave voters a clear choice on the issues and offered up two distinct leadership styles. → Read More

How to vote in Washington: Everything you need to know for 2020

We’re answering all your questions about how to register, where to get your ballot, election safety and more. → Read More

Are we in Phase 2 yet? Reopening Washington, explained

Some counties have salons and restaurants opening, while others are still waiting. → Read More

Washington’s successful vote-by-mail system wasn’t built overnight

Many states are looking for guidance on conducting their own 2020 elections by mail, but Washington state officials warn it won’t be easy. → Read More