Opinion

Comment: How to take Trump at his word when he changes it?

Trump has contradicted himself on release of boat-strike videos, then attacked reporters for pointing that out.

 

Comment: Shingles vaccine might also help fend off dementia

New research is pointing to a bonus side-effect of the vaccine, leading to further research on other shots.

 

Comment: The exclusion behind National Park System’s new fees

Free-pass days were eliminated for MLK Jr. Day and Juneteenth, while foreign tourists will pay a premium.

 

Comment: Trump, GOP still aren’t getting it on affordability

The Democratic response to Trump’s and the GOP’s struggles to explain their efforts is ‘please, keep talking.’

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Editorial cartoons for Wednesday, Dec. 17

A sketchy look at the news of the day.… Continue reading

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Harrop: When the lockdown comes in your home town

News of a shooting in Providence, R.I., and the call to lock doors, shatter one’s sense of safety.

Comment: Affordability isn’t a hoax; for many, it’s not a crisis

Effective responses will depend on directing efforts to those who are struggling with the cost of living.

Comment: Jewish community, Australia again swept into violent world

Bondi Beach, a century-old community, has lived alongside increasing incidents of antisemitism in the last two years.

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Editorial cartoons for Tuesday, Dec. 16

A sketchy look at the news of the day.… Continue reading

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Water from the Snohomish River surrounds a residence along the west side of Lowell Snohomish River Road on Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025 in Snohomish, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Editorial: Keep eye on weather and on FEMA’s future

Recent flooding should give pause to those who believe federal disaster aid is unnecessary.

Water from the Snohomish River surrounds a residence along the west side of Lowell Snohomish River Road on Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025 in Snohomish, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

LifeWise’s Bible classes pose no harm to students

The editorial regarding LifeWise Academy’s efforts to broaden children’s education and knowledge of Christian values and beliefs has me stumped a bit (“Everett Schools can… Continue reading

Stephens: Sydney shooting is what ignoring antisemitism looks like

The Hanukkah massacre wasn’t incomprehensible, as the Australian prime minister said. That’s the problem.

Where’s the controversy in what LifeWise offers to students?

I read with interest the article about the Everett Public School District allowing students to attend voluntary, optional off-campus Bible education during lunch and recess,… Continue reading

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Editorial cartoons for Sunday, Dec. 14

A sketchy look at the news of the day.… Continue reading

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Comment: FEMA flooded by incompetent leadership

Only by the grace of God has the nation not suffered a major hurricane with this lot in charge.

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Editorial cartoons for Monday, Dec. 15

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Stephens: Europe worth fighting for; it should understand that

At a time of dwindling commitment from the U.S., Europe must stand for itself.

More than 150 people attend a ribbon cutting event on Nov. 16, 2023 celebrating the completion of Innovation Hall at the University of Washington Bothell and Cascadia College campus. The building, which highlights STEM instruction and research, opens to students in January. (Tara Brown Photography / UW Bothell)

Comment: Public colleges have most to lose in federal funding cuts

Attention is focused on Ivy League schools, but much of the work is being done in public universities.

More than 150 people attend a ribbon cutting event on Nov. 16, 2023 celebrating the completion of Innovation Hall at the University of Washington Bothell and Cascadia College campus. The building, which highlights STEM instruction and research, opens to students in January. (Tara Brown Photography / UW Bothell)

Fix the U.S. demand for drugs instead of striking drug boats

The blame can’t be put on the people in boats in the Caribbean. It should be placed on the shoulders of the U.S. drug addicts.… Continue reading

LifeWise program’s request for more access to students unreasonable

LifeWise Academy, a religious group, is challenging the Everett School District’s rules for its off-campus, released-time Bible program, threatening legal action if policies aren’t changed… Continue reading