Opinion
Comment: Politicians and public need crash course in economics
A better understanding of inflation, global trade and families’ needs could make all the difference.
Opinion
Friedman: Five quick takes on the regime change in Syria
All thoughts that the U.S. should not be involved ignore the opportunity and peril of the situation.
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Stephens: Syrians also have Israel to thank for liberation
Israel’s pursuit of Iran-backed terrorists helped to weaken and isolate al-Assad from his supporters.
Opinion
Comment: Lame-duck Congress can still save medication abortion
Republicans have vowed to use the Comstock Act against the pills. Congress should repeal the archaic law.
Opinion
Green investments aren’t having a good year, but their focus on the bottom line still makes good financial sense.
By Mark Gongloff / Bloomberg Opinion
Opinion
Comment: If you want to be a grandparent, make parenting easier
The birth rate is dropping because it’s difficult to see support for young families.
Opinion
Collins: A second-rate crime warrants second-rate pardon
Biden’s pardon of his son was ill-advised, but Trump has already had some doozies of his own.
Opinion
Comment: U.S. turns back on climate leadership as crisis deepens
With a disappointing climate summit, the only hope for leadership may be China’s recognition of its duty.
Opinion
Comment: HPV vaccine saving lives; RFK Jr. should see that
Studies show its effectiveness in preventing infections and cancer. Discouraging its use endangers lives.
Opinion
Clark Park gazebo: No concern for shelter needs?
Well, now that the righteous Everett City Council has destroyed the only shelter the homeless can stay dry…
Opinion
Opposition to Trump isn’t just liberal bias
To all my conservative friends, writing letters to the editor criticizing Donald Trump is not always just more…
Opinion
Include pets in your preparations for disasters
Hurricanes Helene and Milton are heartbreaking reminders that disaster preparedness saves lives. American Humane is urging pet owners…
Opinion
Comment: The power of pardon in a democracy
We can debate whether a particular pardon is wise, but the practice itself is a basis for liberty.
Opinion
Comment: Ban on flavored tobacco can keep kids from addiction
Flavored tobacco, including vapes and menthol cigarettes, are seeing heavy use by the state’s youths.
Opinion
Comment: State should drop its lawsuit to block grocery merger
Blocking the merger of Albertsons and Kroger could end cost union jobs and fair prices for shoppers.
Opinion
Forum: What are local governments getting from DEI efforts?
Businesses are scaling back diversity, equity and inclusion efforts. Local governments should as well.
Opinion
Forum: What to draw on in building a ‘cabinet’ of your own
Winter is an apt time to use darkness, disruption and decisions to evaluate and reassemble how things get…
