Opinion

Citizens group finds common ground on rules for immigration enforcement

A group of local citizens gathered on a recent Sunday at the…

 

Charlie Laughtland, left, and Tim Brincefield, right, sort out cans of corn, pears and diced tomatoes at the Edmonds Food Bank on Wednesday, March 26, 2025 in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Comment: Ensuring food aid nourishes people’s bodies and dignity

Food banks and programs like SNAP need to take steps to prevent social stigma from discouraging their use.

 

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Editorial cartoons for Sunday, Nov. 30

A sketchy look at the news of the day.

 

Nothing seditious about Democratic veterans’ video

Oh, honestly! A group of Democratic veterans pointed out that our military can and should refuse to obey Illegal orders. What the hell is seditious… Continue reading

Where’s outrage of state’s tax-happy ‘kings”?

After attending a “No Kings” rally in Snohomish, a letter writer shared her observation of a child holding a sign that read “Trump is a… Continue reading

Comment: HIV/AIDS isn’t death sentence, but work must continue

New infections are on the decline here, but focus can’t be lost on research, testing and prevention.

Comment: Monroe peer-to-peer program builds hope behind bars

Monroe Correctional Center’s Peer Resource Program makes the most of second chances for those incarcerated.

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Editorial cartoons for Saturday, Nov. 29

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

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A man hauls in a fish as anglers fish from canoes for pink salmon during the opening week of salmon season on the Snohomish River on Sep. 5, 2023, in Snohomish,

Forum: Ruling won’t end effort for the rights of natural world

A voters’ initiative didn’t survive a court challenge. The state needs a Green Amendment to force change.

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A man hauls in a fish as anglers fish from canoes for pink salmon during the opening week of salmon season on the Snohomish River on Sep. 5, 2023, in Snohomish,

The Buzz: Where the only thing worthy of pardon are the turkeys

Pass the leftovers; including reheated pardons, incivility, accusations of sedition and architectural sins.

Elizabeth Ferrari, left, hands her mom Noelle Ferrari her choice of hot sauce from the large selection at Double DD Meats on Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2023 in Mountlake Terrace, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Editorial: Keeping the shopping fun and the money local

Small Business Saturday allows support of shops that are key to the local economy. And it’s more fun.

Elizabeth Ferrari, left, hands her mom Noelle Ferrari her choice of hot sauce from the large selection at Double DD Meats on Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2023 in Mountlake Terrace, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Court’s finding in state DNR timber lawsuit misstated

I take issue with a recent Herald article (“DNR appeals ruling that it must account for climate change in individual timber sales,” The Herald, Nov.… Continue reading

Congress can restore vital aid programs

Congress shows that it can take action as it passes a bill to release the Epstein files. The Speaker of the House said: “None of… Continue reading

Trump’s sedition claim shows he doesn’t understand U.S. laws

Donald Trump is accusing the veterans and politicians who pointed out to military service members, ”You can refuse illegal orders” of sedition. The dictionary defines… Continue reading

Comment: Chimps can do something that AI can’t: reason

Recent research shows chimps can weigh evidence in making decisions; AI just depends on probability.

Comment: Trump makes convincing case for reform of pardon power

Trump’s pardons have been careless and self-serving, but their frequency blunts public criticism.

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Editorial cartoons for Friday, Nov. 28

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

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Comment: Eat, drink, and don’t worry, be thankful

Don’t obsess if you eat too much; your body can handle it. And don’t let guilt ruin good memories.

A view of the statue of Abraham Lincoln at the Lincoln Memorial during the 20th anniversary of 9/11 commemoration and District Cup Polo Match at West Potomac Park on Sept. 11, 2021 in Washington, D.C. (Photo by Leigh Vogel / Getty Images for the Canadian American Business Council)

Comment: Giving thanks for what we share can be an act of unity

Just as celebrations of thanksgiving in Plymouth and during the Civil War bridge divides, they can today.

A view of the statue of Abraham Lincoln at the Lincoln Memorial during the 20th anniversary of 9/11 commemoration and District Cup Polo Match at West Potomac Park on Sept. 11, 2021 in Washington, D.C. (Photo by Leigh Vogel / Getty Images for the Canadian American Business Council)

Comment: Thank – and help – the farmers who provide our feast

Even as we celebrate abundance, farmers are struggling with the economic burdens of taxes and more.