Site Logo

Opinion

Comment: Here’s the good USAID did and what it won’t do now

It’s aid programs allowed people to move on during and after upheaval, as we would do for any…

Opinion

Comment: Has U.S. laid out ‘unwelcome’ mat for foreign tourists?

Horror stories of detained visitors are adding to apprehensions regarding travel to the U.S.

Opinion

Comment: What two Florida congressional races could reveal

Even if the GOP keeps two House seats, slim margins could indicate how the midterms might go.

Opinion

Comment: Hegseth isn’t unholding standards he vowed he would

Veterans are among the most critical of the Defense secretary for his lapse of security and protocol.

on a black background - a white plaster figurine without a head with a sense of thoughtfulness. High quality photo

Opinion

Comment: What’s most critical to ‘critical thinking’? History

Without a strong grasp of history, there’s no basis for comparing information, false or otherwise.

toon

Opinion

Editorial cartoons for Sunday, March 30

A sketchy look at the news of the day.

Opinion

Led Zepplin stories evoke memories

Thank you for the story about Led Zeppelin (“Forum: ‘Whole Lotta Love’ for becoming a teenage Led Zepplin…

Opinion

We’re a republic, not democracy

I’m finally pushed over the edge by all the public references to our form of government as a…

Opinion

Protect, extend Medicaid’s services in state

Sens. Patty Murray and Maria Cantwell deserve our gratitude for opposing the potential $880 billion in federal cuts…

Opinion

Comment: What does South County Fire owe Edmonds taxpayers?

A portion of aid car fees were to be provided to the city. What does this mean for…

Opinion

Forum: Celebrate with Everett VFW as organization’s year wraps

Its Spring Fling is set for April 5 with the post again in the running for VFW’s All-American…

Opinion

Forum: Washington students’ math scores don’t add up to success

How can the state be fifth in spending in the U.S. but have so many students struggling in…

editoons

Opinion

Editorial cartoons for Saturday, March 29

A sketchy look at the news of the day.

Everett mayor Cassie Franklin delivers her State of the City address on Friday, March 28 in Everett, Washington. (Will Geschke / The Herald)

Opinion

Editorial: The state of Everett amid the state of play

In her state of the city speech, Mayor Cassie Franklin makes the case for optimism amid dark clouds.

Opinion

Comment: State Senate Democrats’ tax plan built on fantasy

It takes chances with tax increases that could cost jobs and burden property taxpayers.

Opinion

Comment: Women shouldn’t stay quiet about menopause and more

Providers and women themselves must speak up to assure better care for a range of health issues.

toon

Opinion

Editorial cartoons for Friday, March 28

A sketchy look at the news of the day.

Opinion

Schwab: Everywhere one looks, bullying, denial, illegal acts

This is how a democracy is dismantled if the good do not associate, as Edmund Burke advised.

Opinion

Back Everett mayor and the Navy bases

I understand some wise-cracker has made stickers mocking Everett Mayor and Sound Transit boardmember Cassie Franklin as a…

Opinion

Rep. Suzan DelBene represents her district, its needs well

These are turbulent times in our country, the best time to have a representative we can trust, like…