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Editorial cartoons for Thursday, June 19, Juneteenth

A sketchy look at the news of the day.

 

What’s state’s role in county funding for stadium

Is the state of Washington jamming money down the county’s throat to…

 

Comment: Juneteenth holiday struggles to build on promise

The young federal holiday — and the racial equity it seeks — face unfamiliarity and anti-DEI efforts.

 

Comment: Immigration debacle shows failure as nation of laws

No fix will be possible until both parties stop using the crisis for their own political purposes.

Comment: Padilla right to challenge Noem’s right-wing attacks

The senator broke protocol for a news conference, but identified himself and didn’t lunge at the secretary.

Comment: RFK Jr.’s remake of vaccine panel puts nation at risk

Clearing out the committee and appointing those critical of vaccines will result in more outbreaks.

Burke: Like a typhoon, confront the tycoon head on

As we saw this weekend, it’s best to confront storms like Trump directly and with determination.

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Editorial cartoons for Wednesday, June 18

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

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Goldberg: Trump’s bullying has only reawakened the resistance

More and more, Trump’s attempts to assert his strength appear to have backfired on him.

How could anyone trust Democrats?

We expect our elected officials to be trustworthy. We grant our vote to someone we believe to be honest and willing to tell us the… Continue reading

Immigrant farm, restaurant workers aren’t only necessary workers

So the wannabe king has decided that maybe they’ll reevaluate deporting farm workers and hotel employees that are very difficult to replace. Reminds me of… Continue reading

Time to speak up for democracy and object to Trump

Donald Trump’s reign of terror doesn’t only apply to immigrants. Government servants, the Department of Justice, universities, businesses, education, our allies face constant “cleansing” of… Continue reading

Comment: Companies ditching Pride based on vibes, not facts

With the LGBTQ community much of their customer base, some pride in past stances makes sense.

Comment: Trump retreats to his safe space on immigration

As he struggles elsewhere, Trump turns to what had been a popular issue, but even that may be changing.

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Editorial cartoons for Tuesday, June 17

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

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Glacier Peak, elevation 10,541 feet, in the Glacier Peak Wilderness of Mount Baker–Snoqualmie National Forest in Snohomish County, Washington. (Caleb Hutton / The Herald) 2019

Editorial: Sell-off of public lands a ruinous budget solution

The proposal in the Senate won’t aid affordable housing and would limit recreational opportunities.

Glacier Peak, elevation 10,541 feet, in the Glacier Peak Wilderness of Mount Baker–Snoqualmie National Forest in Snohomish County, Washington. (Caleb Hutton / The Herald) 2019

French: Trump’s support relies on theory more than its practice

There’s a significant number who back Trump’s goals but are less supportive of his methods on many issues.

Goldberg: Like the right, the left needs to think globally

Conservatives have an international pact; progressives risk further loses without a similar network.

Harrop: Trump’s exception for immigrants shows its hypocrisy

In excusing those in agriculture and hospitality, he makes the need for broader reforms clear.

Comment: Netanyahu’s gamble risks quicker path to Iranian bomb

Israel’s bombs can’t reach Iran’s deepest nuclear facilities. It may have only emboldened Iran to press on.