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Sometimes—like when they call themselves "space conquerors" after launching a satellite that broke almost immediately and tumbled out of orbit—it can be hard to take North Korea seriously. Other times—like when they threaten another test of their nuclear program at a highly delicate time for their neighbors, politically—it seems wiser to keep a close eye on them.

The House of Representatives has effectively eliminated the U.S. government's debt ceiling for spending.

When is a tax increase not a tax increase?  Ask Gov. Inslee.

One of the quietest news stories over the holiday was the abrupt resignation of controversial EPA director Lisa Jackson.

Political blogger Doug Ross has written a stunning piece titled, "Don't Cry For Me America."  Ross tells the story of a nation that was once the second most powerful nation in the world.

Despite objections from many residents, and others complaining they were not given a chance to vote on the matter, Pasco has voted to bring in a "bite" of the "doughnut hole."

Although Jay Inslee will take over in January,  Governor Chris Gregoire still has one more budget to submit to the state, and it includes new tax proposals.

Before you start thinking we're splitting, take a breath.

One is not a surprise, the other,  is.

Most voters believe third-party voting doesn't work.