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Sports
	Kasey Kahne Here's a place for fans to talk about Kasey's latest race or any other Kasey-related topic. Back to Kasey Kahne site Moderators bpayne@seattletimes.com, mironside, rwickwire	7	23
	Seahawks A place for fans to talk about the Seattle Seahawks and the sport of football. Sports home \| Seahawks Blog \| Seahawks home \| E-mail moderator All blogs and discussions ›› Moderators bpayne@seattletimes.com, mironside, kevbang, rwickwire	897	21368
	MLS in Seattle Will it work if the city is granted a team? Moderators bpayne@seattletimes.com, mironside, rwickwire	1	1
	Mariners A place for fans to talk about the Seattle Mariners and what's going on in baseball. Sports home \| Mariners home \| E-mail moderator All blogs and discussions ›› Moderators bpayne@seattletimes.com, mironside, kevbang, rwickwire	789	14087
	Husky Men's Basketball Coach Lorenzo Romar has raised the bar for the program. Here's the place for fans to talk about it. Sports home \| Huskies home \| Husky hoops blog \| E-mail moderator All blogs and discussions ›› Moderators bpayne@seattletimes.com, mironside, kevbang, rwickwire	50	913
	Snow sports A place for snow sports enthusiasts to share stories, great runs and tips for hitting the slopes. Moderators bpayne@seattletimes.com, mironside, rwickwire	11	16
	Hit List A place where sports fans can discuss and debate Hit List topics. Sports home \| E-mail moderator Moderators bpayne@seattletimes.com, mironside, rwickwire	1	3
	Sonics A place for fans to talk about the Sonics and their sale to a group from Oklahoma City. Sports home \| Sonics home \| E-mail moderator All blogs and discussions ›› Moderators bpayne@seattletimes.com, mironside, kevbang, rwickwire	229	3254
	Husky Football Can this program get back to its winning ways? To talk about the team, post comments to this forum. Sports home \| Huskies home \| Husky football blog \| E-mail moderator All blogs and discussions ›› Moderators bpayne@seattletimes.com, mironside, kevbang, rwickwire	165	3380
	State Hoops '07 A place for fans of high-school basketball to talk about the 2007 state championship tournaments. Sports home \| State Hoops '07 home \| E-mail moderator All blogs and discussions ›› Moderators bpayne@seattletimes.com, mironside, rwickwire	3	9
	High School Sports A place for fans to talk about the High School Sports. Sports home \| High School Sports Blog \| High School home \| E-mail moderator All blogs and discussions ›› Moderator mironside	607	12244
	Cougar Sports To talk about all Washington State University sports teams, post comments to this forum. Sports home \| Cougars home \| E-mail moderator All blogs and discussions ›› Moderator mironside	43	901
	Gonzaga Men's Basketball Coach Mark Few has built the program into a perennial power. Here's the place for fans to talk about it. Sports home \| E-mail moderator All blogs and discussions ››	2	12
Local News
	How soaring gas prices affect everyday life How are you coping with the record-high gas prices? Are you driving less, riding mass transit or even cutting back on lattes? Or are you still driving your SUV? [Read today's story] Moderators bpayne@seattletimes.com, mironside, rwickwire	3	5
	Seattle's new library We asked you to share your thoughts about Seattle's new Central Library, which opened May 23, and we've been overwhelmed with responses. The topics and comments below represent the issues you wrote the most about. For more on Seattle's new library, see our special section. [12:00 A.M. May 26, 2004] Thank you for your interest, but this forum is now closed. Check seattletimes.com soon for more opportunities to talk about stories and issues that interest you. Moderators bpayne@seattletimes.com, mironside, rwickwire	7	21
	UW billing fraud settlement There is little question that the $35 million billing-fraud case against a small group of doctors will reverberate across the area, as the UW medical network scrounges to meet its June 14 payment deadline while at the same time retaining top-notch doctors at its clinics and hospitals. What will the settlement mean to you, to UW and to the region? Read the story [12:00 A.M. May 29, 2004] Moderators bpayne@seattletimes.com, mironside, rwickwire	12	15
	Seattle Schools' Budget Woes What do you think the district should do about its finances, now that schools won't be closed? Back to Budget Woes home Moderators bpayne@seattletimes.com, mironside, rwickwire	29	164
	Parent's Guide How far should you go to angle for the best teacher or school? Return to our tips for getting your kids a good education at www.seattletimes.com/parentsguide/ Moderators bpayne@seattletimes.com, mironside, rwickwire	3	3
	WASL How has the WASL as a graduation requirement affected your life? We'd like to hear from parents, students and teachers about the ways this new graduation requirement has changed what goes on inside and outside the classroom. For ongoing coverage of the WASL, see our special section at seattletimes.com/wasl. Note: Discussions are self-moderated. However, Seattletimes.com reserves the right to remove posts, at our discretion, which include inflammatory comments, off-topic posts, personal attacks or obscene language, or that are otherwise deemed objectionable. We also reserve the right to remove and ban any poster, at any time, at our discretion. Moderators bpayne@seattletimes.com, mironside, rwickwire	21	74
	Election 2006 forum Join the conversationthis election season. Site rules: No foul language, and while we expect you will be passionate about many issues, don't bash other posters. Keep up with the latest news on our Election 2006 site. Moderators bpayne@seattletimes.com, mironside, rwickwire	30128	60614
	Compassion forum Are you planning to see the Dalai Lama at the Seeds of Compassion event in April? Share what you hope to experience there.	1	1
Dining
	The Sushi Bar KEN LAMBERT / THE SEATTLE TIMES Red Fin's three-bento kaiseki lunch has nine items including sushi, sashimi and tempura. In sushi-saturated Greater Seattle, sushi is our idea of an uncontrolled substance: We can't control our urge for it, nor can we stop talking about it. So speak up, sushi lovers, we've got your sushi-soapbox right here! — Nancy Leson How do you love sushi? Let's count the ways Critic Nancy Leson responds to readers. From the archives What floats a "fishionado's" boat Readers tell us about their favorites Restaurants home \| Food & Wine home All blogs and discussions ›› Moderators bpayne@seattletimes.com, mironside, rwickwire	41	212
Entertainment
	Is public art disappearing? The days of grand, free-standing, artist-initiated projects are mostly over, Sheila Farr reports in her May 8 story, Is public art disappearing? What do you think? Moderators bpayne@seattletimes.com, mironside, rwickwire	8	13
	Blog Jazz, Etc. Over the years, as jazz critic for The Seattle Times, some of my best moments have come with letters, e-mails and phone calls from readers. In the spirit of opening up the conversation, I invite you to Blog Jazz, Etc. If you have something you’d like to share — with me, but more importantly, with other readers — fire away. Please note that Blog Jazz, Etc. is meant to be a forum for readers, not a site for griping about Jazz, Etc. columns. (I realize it's a delicate balance!) Unless you think the topic is of interest to others, please e-mail me directly at pdebarros@seattletimes.com. Note: Discussions are self-moderated. However, Seattletimes.com reserves the right to remove posts, at our discretion, which include inflammatory comments, off-topic posts, personal attacks or obscene language, or that are otherwise deemed objectionable. We also reserve the right to remove and ban any poster, at any time, at our discretion. Moderators bpayne@seattletimes.com, mironside, rwickwire	88	459
	Seattle International Film Festival Dying to talk about a film you've caught at the Seattle International Film Festival? This is the place to do it. If you've got a comment or want to ask your fellow film buffs what they think, post your opinions here. Preview: Fluent in SIFF \| Film contest \| E-mail the moderator Moderators bpayne@seattletimes.com, mironside, rwickwire	2	2
	Who's the craziest bigot? First it was Mel Gibson, drunkenly slandering Jews in the custody of armed police. Then Tom Cruise dissed the mentally ill on national TV. Now we have Michael Richards (a.k.a. Kramer, on "Seinfeld") manically screaming the N-word in a nightclub full of African Americans. What's going on here? What did you think of the apologies? Moderators bpayne@seattletimes.com, mironside, rwickwire	7	8
	Three-Minute Masterpiece tips Got a question about digital filmmaking or the rules for our Three-Minute Masterpiece contest? Ask it here.	1	1
Conflict in Iraq
	Prisoner abuse Stories of prisoner abuse have dominated worldwide headlines for many days, spawning an array of reactions. What are your thoughts on the widening scandal? What do you think this will mean to the United States and the wars it is now fighting? Moderators bpayne@seattletimes.com, mironside, rwickwire	24	63
Nation/World
	Ronald Reagan, 1911-2004 Former President Ronald Reagan, 93, died today at his California home after a long battle with Alzheimer's Disease. Please share your condolences. Moderators bpayne@seattletimes.com, mironside, rwickwire	12	58
	America's Immigration Dilemma: My family's immigration story A place to share your history. Special report: America's Immigration Dilemma Moderators bpayne@seattletimes.com, mironside, rwickwire	6	9
	America's Immigration Dilemma A new chapter is being written in America's immigration story. What do you think U.S. policy should be? What are the factors you've considered in coming to your conclusions? What do you still have questions about? Please note: This forum is for ideas, not personal attacks. Special report: America's Immigration Dilemma Moderators bpayne@seattletimes.com, mironside, rwickwire	10	38
Living
	The Wiser Wedding We've told you our tips on weddings. Now tell us your stories . . . about the dress that failed. The party that flopped. The money you are glad you spent. The vows you wrote yourself. Share your comments and short tales here. Moderators bpayne@seattletimes.com, mironside, rwickwire	4	4
	Seattle dating blues Is it true that Seattle is a dating-challenged city? What makes us so solo — the men, the women, the water? Don't miss "Social Studies," a series exploring Seattle's dating scene. Note to forum participants: The Seattle Dating Blues forum is now closed. Thanks to all who participated! Disclaimer: The comments on this discussion forum reflect the interests and views of an adult readership. Some posts may not be appropriate for younger or sensitive readers. Moderators bpayne@seattletimes.com, mironside, rwickwire	135	2947
	Dating after 40 Men want younger women, women want wiser men. It's a wonder we meet at all. What do you think? Is love after 40 possible? And don't miss "Looking for love after 40" and "Check your baggage: It's the men's turn to offer dating complaints." Discussions are self-moderated. However, Seattletimes.com reserves the right to remove posts, at our discretion, which include inflammatory comments, off-topic posts, personal attacks or obscene language, or that are otherwise deemed objectionable. We also reserve the right to remove and ban any poster, at any time, at our discretion. Moderators bpayne@seattletimes.com, mironside, rwickwire	16	38
	Dating and Relationships Share your war stories about dating and relationships! A few rules: We'll remove posts, at our discretion, which include inflammatory comments, off-topic posts, personal attacks or obscene language, or that are otherwise deemed objectionable. We also reserve the right to remove and ban any poster, at any time, at our discretion. All blogs and discussions ›› Moderators bpayne@seattletimes.com, mironside, rwickwire	65	242
	Pets For discussion of everything four-legged, winged and finned. All blogs and discussions ›› Moderators bpayne@seattletimes.com, mironside, rwickwire	7	127
	Gender: F We know what rich, challenging, diverse lives women in the Northwest lead. Thus was born Gender: F, a special section focused on women living their lives to the fullest — from our relationships and careers to our culture and health. Join the conversation and share your thoughts about topics in this issue — or anything else that's on your mind. Note: Discussions are self-moderated. However, Seattletimes.com reserves the right to remove posts, at our discretion, which include inflammatory comments, off-topic posts, personal attacks or obscene language, or that are otherwise deemed objectionable. We also reserve the right to remove and ban any poster, at any time, at our discretion. Moderators bpayne@seattletimes.com, mironside, rwickwire	20	38
	Road Rant What driving habit bugs you the most? Tailgating? Driving too slow? Not signaling? Improper merging? Join the conversation. Site rules: No foul language and while you can rant away at bad driving habits, you can't bash other posters. Thank you. Quiz: Are you a crazy driver? Story: We Seattleites can drive ourselves crazy Moderators bpayne@seattletimes.com, mironside, rwickwire	159	1007
	Emerald City Search Talk about the city-wide treasure hunt for the medallion. Read the story about the Emerald City Search Read the Rules See the Clues Moderators bpayne@seattletimes.com, mironside, rwickwire	26	77
	Rant and Rave Got a rant? Got a rave? Here's your chance to sound off. Moderators bpayne@seattletimes.com, mironside, rwickwire	863	3347
NWsource
	NWsource Reader Feedback Moderators bpayne@seattletimes.com, mironside, rwickwire	23	44
	THE GREAT SEATTLE PIZZA HUNT The best thin-crust, the best deep dish, the most “authentic,” the most bizarre – where do you go to get a really, really good slice of pizza? Share your secrets. Moderators jkellerwatson, bpayne@seattletimes.com, mironside, rwickwire	9	9
	Shopping around Seattle Do you love the thrill of the retail hunt? Hate to shop, but can’t resist a good deal? Do you want to keep up with the newest stores and styles? Join our discussion forum with questions and tips about getting the most for your money in the local shopping scene. Moderators jkellerwatson, bpayne@seattletimes.com, mironside, rwickwire	9	13
	Pets Connect with other local pet lovers who share your interest in pet health, behavior, activities, pet-friendly travel and more. A few rules: We'll remove posts, at our discretion, which include inflammatory comments, off-topic posts, personal attacks or obscene language, or that are otherwise deemed objectionable. We also reserve the right to remove and ban any poster at any time. Moderators bpayne@seattletimes.com, mironside, rwickwire	46	100
Make It Count
	Supersavers Home \| Make It Count \| About us \| Talk About It We talked with three everyday experts who make money-saving a lifestyle. They shared their tips, tricks and techniques. What are yours? Moderators bpayne@seattletimes.com, mironside, rwickwire	17	20
	Gift stash Home \| Make It Count \| About us \| Talk About It What other ideas do you have for inexpensive gifts to keep on hand? (Hey, it's better than regifting.) See our list. Moderators bpayne@seattletimes.com, mironside, rwickwire	6	6
Business & Technology
	Money-saving tips Talk about ideas on how to save money during these uncertain economic times.	0	0
	Is Starbucks serving bias with its coffee? Starbucks says it was hoping to inspire old-fashioned coffee-house conversations when it introduced a campaign this year featuring the words of notable Americans on its coffee cups. But at least a few of those words are sparking more discord than discussion. What do you think? Read the story: Tempest brews over quotes on Starbucks cups Here's a link to Starbucks The Way I See It site. Discussions are self-moderated. However, Seattletimes.com reserves the right to remove posts, at our discretion, which include inflammatory comments, off-topic posts, personal attacks or obscene language, or that are otherwise deemed objectionable. We also reserve the right to remove and ban any poster, at any time, at our discretion. Moderators bpayne@seattletimes.com, mironside, rwickwire	11	90
	How should the U.S. treat China's rising economic and political power? Chinese President Hu Jintao's trip to Seattle and then to Washington, D.C., this week has provided food for thought: Should the U.S. treat China's rising economic and political power as an opportunity, a challenge or a threat -- or something else? For news updates of Hu's visit and previous Seattle Times stories on China, see http://www.seattletimes.com/china. Discussions are self-moderated. However, Seattletimes.com reserves the right to remove posts, at our discretion, which include inflammatory comments, off-topic posts, personal attacks or obscene language, or that are otherwise deemed objectionable. We also reserve the right to remove and ban any poster, at any time, at our discretion. Moderators bpayne@seattletimes.com, mironside, rwickwire	5	7