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Editorial cartoons for Friday, Dec. 12

A sketchy look at the news of the day.

 

Goldberg: GOP woman find they’re surrounded by misogynists

Many in Congress are finding their considered more useful than respected by Republican men.

 

President Trump keeps adding articles for impeachment

I read in The Herald that Donald Trump is going to redact…

 

Protect kids’ health care, education from state budget cuts

As we await Gov. Bob Ferguson’s budget proposal, I hope you will join me in calling for a state budget that protects critical investments in… Continue reading

Schwab: Sid wants to thank all the little people for his award

As long as FIFA is handing out a peace prize, let’s not forget the best in curmudgeonly commentary.

Stanwood didn’t ask enough questions about Flock cameras

How does the leadership of the Stanwood municipality, and other leaders of communities justify their decisions to contract with Flock? (“Stanwood, Sedro-Woolley appeal Flock camera… Continue reading

  • Dec 12, 2025

Comment: Retraction of climate study doesn’t improve outlook much

Even with corrected data, we still face dire economic consequences without a switch from fossil fuels.

Comment: Supreme Court’s 3 bad reasons for OK’ing Texas rigged map

Its reasons for allowing the gerrymandered maps defy the court’s constitutional responsibility.

Don’t sue state for U.S. 2 fatal crash; sue the driver at fault

Regarding the $50 million lawsuit filed against the state for the death of a driver on U.S. 2 (“Family of Monroe woman killed in U.S.… Continue reading

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Editorial cartoons for Thursday, Dec. 11

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

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If state needs money it can collect license tab fees

Lately there have been multiple articles written in the newspaper about the shortfall of the state budget and the need to increase taxes. Much of… Continue reading

Selection of teams for NCAA football playoffs indefensible

The continuing saga and explanation that the College Football Playoff Selection Committee has offered after they selected the 12-team participants for the national football title… Continue reading

Comment: CDC vaccine panel’s hep B reversal leads parents astray

It isn’t empowering parents to make their own decision; it’s misleading them in a dangerous direction.

Comment: Renewing ACA tax credits is a life or death issue

If subsidies aren’t renewed, millions will end coverage and put off life-saving preventative care.

Douthat: White House needs more Christianity in its nationalism

Aside from blanket statements, the Trump administration seems disinterested in true Christian priorities.

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Editorial cartoons for Wednesday, Dec. 10

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

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Welch: State’s business climate stifling; lawmakers aren’t helping

Now 45th for business in a recent 50-state survey, new tax proposals could make things even worse.

Bouie: Support efforts of those helping meet needs in your area

In every committee, groups strive to meet the needs of others who lack proper shelter and nutrition.

Comment: FDA’s vaccine memo reckless, dangerous to public health

It offers no supporting evidence for its claims of children’s deaths and talks vaguely of broad changes.