Jean Godden

Jean Godden wrote columns first for the Seattle Post-Intelligencer and late for the Seattle Times. In 2002, she quit to run for City Council where she served for 12 years. Since then she published a book of city stories titled “Citizen Jean.” She is now co-host of The Bridge aired on community station KMGP at 101.1 FM. You can email tips and comments to Jean at jgodden@blarg.net.

State of the City: Mayor Harrell’s “Five Pillars”

Harrell talked of turning excess office space into housing, “affordable for everyone,” a range of possibilities such as “a linear arts/entertainment district,” bringing lighting and Pike Place Market vendors downtown and promoting restaurants and businesses in the stadium area.

Look, People — We Can Fix Downtown

One way of remaking downtown might be to return to what once worked: closing the Pine Street block to cars between Westlake Park and Westlake Center.

Running for Office? Thirteen Survival Tips

I thought I’d give you an idea of what it means to run for an elective position in Seattle.

Not to Miss: 111 Places in Seattle

Whether you are just visiting or a life-long native, this book will help you picture Seattle in an entirely different light.

‘Spare’ Despair: Whinges of a Second Son

If Harry suffered these indignities, he is profiting now, telling his side of the story in media-pushed accounts. He received a $20-million advance for his book which is the fastest selling nonfiction book ever.

Why Seattle is on the Comeback

Seattle is used to rebounds, and there are leading indicators of a coming boom.

After-Action Report: Abortion was No. 1 Issue in November Midterms

The many pollsters and consultants who insisted inflation was the number one  issue and that crime in the streets was a close second deserve to be fired.

Bye Bye Harvey Weinstein: Hopefully for the Last Time!

That the jury voted to connect with only one accuser shows how difficult it is to hold sexual abusers accountable -- and how much bravery it takes for victims to go public.

The World’s Greatest Invention

Even a casual reader will come away from The Greatest Invention with a whole new appreciation for the miracle of written language.

Seattle? Fashion Capital?

Because Seattle is steeped in anti-fashion, the city’s contrarian attitude has become trendy.

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