Tag Archives: crime
Employment: A clean slate
In “New 2026 minimum wage, laws take effect” (Jan. 1, Northwest), The Seattle Times described several newly effective state laws. House Bill 1747 should be added to the list. This expands the 2018 Fair Chance Act that stops employers from … Continue reading
The Journalist and the Murderer
I recently began reading “The Journalist and the Murderer” (163 pages, 1990) by Janet Malcolm. Initially, based on its cover, I anticipated a lighthearted murder mystery; however, I soon recognized that additional context was necessary to fully appreciate the work. … Continue reading
Retail theft: Hold state accountable
I love the Op-Ed section of the paper. I believe we all need to write at least one letter on something we’re passionate about in our lifetime. In saying that, I applaud this reader Re: “Organized retail theft is costing … Continue reading
Agatha Christie
It’s extraordinarily intriguing. The whole thing. Every new development that arises is like the shake you give to a kaleidoscope—The thing changes entirely in aspect (273) Five Complete Murder Mysteries: Secret Adversary, Murder of Roger Ackroyd, Boomerang Clue, Moving Finger, … Continue reading
Memorial Drive: a Daughter’s Memoir
Memorial Drive: a Daughter’s Memoir (2020, nonfiction, 199 pages), by Natahsa Trethewey. I recall hearing about Trethewey on NPR “When Natasha Trethewey was 19, her world shattered after her former stepfather killed her mother.” I thought it would make a compelling page turner. I was disappointed. … Continue reading
