Seattle is undeniably Barack Obama country. However, if for some reason, Mr. Obama would like to nip that affection and respect right in the bud, he should go forth with this unsubstantiated rumor: Greg Nickels for absolutely any position in his administration. A search for "Greg Nickels + Obama Cabinet" reveals these disturbing possibilities: Greg Nickels as Transportation Secretary, Greg Nickels at the new Office of Urban Policy, and Greg Nickels at the EPA. more ›