Frank A. Blethen

Nov 1, 2024 | miamiherald.com | Frank A. Blethen |Kate Riley

As one of the country's very few family-owned and -operated metro newspapers left, The Seattle Times is also apparently one of the few whose editorial board is willing to endorse presidential candidates. (For the record, the board, which operates independently of the newsroom, backed Vice President Kamala Harris Sept. 1.)This is unfathomable, given that the other leading candidate clearly threatens the foundation of our 248-year-old American democracy and the rule of law.

Oct 29, 2024 | seattletimes.com | Frank A. Blethen |Kate Riley

As one of the country’s very few family-owned and -operated metro newspapers left, The Seattle Times is also apparently one of the few whose editorial board is willing to endorse presidential candidates. (For the record, the board, which operates independently of the newsroom, backed Vice President Kamala Harris Sept. 1.)This is unfathomable, given that the other leading candidate clearly threatens the foundation of our 248-year-old American democracy and the rule of law.

Jul 29, 2024 | ijnet.org | Frank A. Blethen |Michaela Haas

Independent media in Africa faces many challenges today. Political and economic crises are shaping negative perceptions of the continent, while issues around press freedom deepen, funding remains stringent, and confidence in media declines. In this environment, newsrooms on the continent are attempting to better engage and build trust with their audiences. This is where solutions journalism may be able to help.

Feb 11, 2024 | seattletimes.com | Frank A. Blethen

In last Sunday’s Seattle Times, Executive Editor Michele Matassa Flores announced the launch of a new Seattle Times community-funded journalism initiative – Climate Lab. Its inaugural story features the water crisis facing our region. Climate Lab adds a critical new feature to The Seattle Times’ family of community-funded public service journalism projects.

Dec 14, 2023 | seattletimes.com | Frank A. Blethen |Ana Mari Cauce

The Pacific Northwest is a special place. From the Indigenous tribes who first inhabited this land, to the generations of innovators attracted by the opportunities here, our region is defined by a can-do spirit, grounded in innovation, adventure and collaboration. We are undaunted by the winter rains or the wild beauty of our geography. In the Pacific Northwest, we put on our rain boots and we go out to meet the challenges we face — together.