Letters
Letter: SAVE Act would complicate vote in Washington state
I am very worried about elections in Washington if the SAVE Act passes. The act abolishes the method…
Letters
Letters: Drivers coming into Marysville need to slow down
Something needs to be done about people driving in to Marysville from both the flats and also the…
Opinion
Comment: What say you, Congress, on war in Iran?
Congress will get its say regarding actions in Iran, in oversight hearings and on what will be spent.
Opinion
Comment: With one vote, Legislature blows up ‘Chose Washington’
The decision to approve an unconstitutional ‘millionaires tax’ will send business out of the state.
Opinion
Comment: ‘Wire’ thieves are cutting residents from vital services
When they cut fiber optic lines, looking for copper, they cut networks. Harsh penalties are needed.
Opinion
Forum: What good are orca whales? They’re a key part of ecosystem.
To let orcas die to leave more salmon for us, would rob us of a diverse environment and…
Editorial Cartoons
Editorial cartoons for Saturday, March 14, (Pi Day, 3.14)
A sketchy look at the news of the day.
Columnists
Bauer: Learning about Everett and more a word at a time
After nearly 25 years at The Herald, I’m taking a new job; but also fond memories of my…
Letters
Letter: Each sides of abortion debate must respect speech rights of other
I recently attended a rally sponsored by “40 days for life” and “I stand with planned” representatives who…
Letters
Letter: Keep Snohomish’s First Street authentic, honor past
I grew up in the 1940s and 1950s living at Avenue E and First Street in the city…
Opinion
Comment: Constitution clear that Trump can’t nationalize elections
Claiming it act of ‘national security’ is not a basis to seize powers the Framers denied the executive.
Columnists
Schwab: War is serious and deadly; Trump, Hegseth aren’t serious
The pair cut corners in limiting civilian deaths and didn’t consider consequences. What could go wrong?
Opinion
Small claims court isn’t what you’d expect from TV
If you are lucky, you never have to be a part of a civil lawsuit, however, most people…
In Our View
Editorial: A look at what got done and what didn’t in Olympia
In a short session, legislators passed consequential bills. But there’s work left for next time.
Opinion
Comment: Studies finding ‘use it or lose it’ applies to brain, too
Analysis of decades of Medicare data shows brain training can limit the likelihood and onset of dementia.
Letters
Letter: What if millionaires tax is lowered and gets us, too?
As to the state Senate Bill 6346, the precedent-setting “millionaires tax,” I have fears, doubts and concerns. The…
Letters
Letter: Elections don’t need voter ID law
I’m writing in response to a letter published recently concerning Voter ID, “Pay no attention to scare tactics.”…
Letters
Letter: If war with Iran is necessary, make the case to Congress
How is Donald Trump so sure it’s essential to start a war with Iran, when he doesn’t have…