Opinion
Comment: Truth, as much as Trump’s health, is now at stake
Especially now, White House reporters must push to verify claims regarding the president’s health.
Opinion
Editorial: Denny Heck best qualified as lieutenant governor
Either Heck or Marko Liias would serve ably, but the out-going congressman offers a deeper resume.
Opinion
Comment: Trump and GOP have an antiquated view of surburbs
The suburbs and surburban women have long been powerful forces, but they’re far more diverse now.
Opinion
Editorial: Sells, Wicks, Robinson for 38th Legislative Dist.
Rep. Mike Sells has provided strong leadership on education and workplace issues.
Opinion
Editorial: Price Johnson, Homola, Paul for 10th District seats
Each of the three candidates offer experience valuable to district residents and the Legislature.
Opinion
Comment: Older voters side with Biden; it’s not about Covid
His poll marks with those 65 and older were strong even before the pandemic struck.
Opinion
Comment: If Tuesday’s debacle can’t be fixed, cancel debates
A repeat of the debate, with the moderator unable to maintain control, can’t be tolerated.
Opinion
Comment: Insults characterized a debate mostly of lowlights
Tuesday’s debate isn’t likely to have changed many voters’ minds; it certainly turned most stomachs.
Northwest
Sex ed mandate sparks bitter Washington state ballot fight
The referendum marks the first time in the U.S. that such a decision will be decided by voters.
Opinion
Editorial: Reykdal best choice to head state’s schools office
The former teacher and community college board official has led the office during a challenging term.
Opinion
Commentary: Vote as if your health depends upon it; it does
To protect their health care and coverage, voters must inform themselves and cast their ballots.
Opinion
Comment: For a change, a three-word chant is aimed at Trump
The chorus of “Vote Him Out” was patriotism disguised as rudeness, a call for actual law and order.
Opinion
Editorial: Larsen’s experience, acumen needed in 2nd District
U.S. Rep. Rick Larsen has been a leader on Covid, the economy, transportation and military issues.
Opinion
Editorial: DelBene represents 1st Congressional District well
The Democrat has shown herself as a leader on issues and an ability to work with both parties.
Opinion
Editorial: Franz’s efforts will assure healthier forestlands
Hiliary Franz, as public lands chief, has led notable gains in forest health and fire prevention.
Opinion
Editorial: With McCarthy, Auditor’s Office now able watchdog
Pat McCarthy has restored morale and overseen efforts that provide greater access to audit findings.
Opinion
Editorial: Keep Wyman as defender of state’s election system
Kim Wyman, a Republican, has helped expand access to voting and improved election security.
Opinion
Comment: Reporter, stop covering for Biden when he s
Biden has give contradictory statements on fracking and guns; too often reporters try to explain it away.
Northwest
Federal judge blocks Postal Service changes that slowed mail
In Yakima, he issued a nationwide injunction sought by 14 states that sued the Trump administration.
Northwest
Inslee, Culp agree to televised gubernatorial debate Oct. 7
Lieutenant Governor candidates Marko Liias and Denny Heck will debate on TV on Oct. 22.