Opinion
Make sure TANF’s help is getting to families
Eight kids a day in Washington state are losing TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) benefits as covid-era…
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Gulf of Americas would be more accurate name
The Gulf of Mexico was so named by Spanish explorers about 475 years ago. If it were really…
Opinion
Saunders: ‘Trump effect’ has cut illegal crossings; keep it up
Tough border policies are keeping those numbers down; don’t let up on those efforts.
Opinion
Patriotism needs a pledge for community
One of my favorite descriptions of patriotism is from Sen. Carl Schurz (1899) — “Our dignity, our free…
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Shouldn’t Musk’s coup be against the law?
I’m a fairly skeptical person, but it’s clear I need to revise my assumptions about some things I…
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Comment: No, Musk hasn’t uncovered fraud at Social Security
There are always individual cases throughout government, but nothing of the scale that DOGE says it’s found.
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Comment: Trump falling for Putin ploy on Ukranian elections
Seeking to wait on elections until after a cease-fire is set doesn’t make Zelensky a dictator.
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Comment: Provide transparency, fairness to drug pricing process
Reforms underway at the state and federal level can help keep medications affordable and accessible.
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The Buzz: Hey, wait for us; we love a good beef
Trump attacks Zelensky. Steven Bannon attacks Elon Musk. And a duck draws fire from Don Jr.
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Herald Forum: Consider benefits of Washington as part of Canada
If Trump can talk of breaking treaties, Canada could just as easily make our state the 11th province.
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Forum: Let Edmonds residents hear RFA facts without city’s spin
The city spent money on a PR campaign about joining the fire authority. Facts should guide the decision.
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Comment: Cities needs modest tax hike to meet growing needs
State legislation would allow cities to increase property tax levies by 3% each year, rather than 1%.
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Comment: Producers must step up to reduce flood of plastic
Bills in Olympia would incentivize reusable, recycleable packaging and reduce the use of plastic.
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Editorial: Steer clear of the state’s gas tax dead end
The gas tax is bringing in less revenue for transportation needs. A per-mile fee is the answer.
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Comment: Infant deaths have risen with states’ abortion bans
As access becomes more limited, especially to medication abortions, expect the numbers to get even worse.
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Comment: Vance shouldn’t even hint at ignoring a court order
We are not in a constitutional crisis, but ignoring the judiciary would place us firmly in the middle…
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Comment: Trump cost himself good conservative lawyers at DoJ
Rather than a simple pardon for Adams, Trump insisted on forcing attorneys into an ethical dead end.
