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Character counts for leaders
So many people will mow down the flourishing wild flowers that have blossomed in their overly manicured lives.…
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Comment: Ukraine’s strikes inside Russia a gamble that may pay
Its reasons for doing so aren’t clear, but it’s justified in taking the war to positions Russia is…
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Comment: Musk’s X reeks of ’ Failing Social Network Syndrome’
Elon Musk’s ‘interview’ with Donald Trump was an example of a desperate play for relevancy.
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Comment: Green spending finds new ally in Congress: Republicans
Nearly 20 GOP House members, for various reasons, have asked their speaker not to scuttle clean-tech investments.
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Krugman: Latest numbers show it’s time to put a pork in it
To hear Trump tell it, bacon’s cost is outrageously high, but he ignores the fact most are bringing…
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Comment: Harris must persaude Gaza protestors, not dismiss them
They, of course, prefer Harris to Trump, but they need assurance that she won’t ignore Palestinians’ plight.
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Comment: What conspiracy believers need isn’t truth; it’s purpose
Most are searching for purpose in their lives. Re-establishing that can allow for truth to matter again.
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Burke; Years ago, even workers ignored safety; be glad for change
Now if we can get industries — like Amazon — and judges to recognize the need for workplace…
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Centennial Trail offers bad mix of e-bikes and young riders
Of all the reasons to love living in Snohomish County, the Centennial Trail is at the top. But…
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Marysville schools: Keep focus on what’s best for kids
Restoring the health and financial stability of the Marysville School District will take time, but with the state’s…
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Monroe City Council correct to keep retail cannabis out of city
Thanks to the Monroe City Council for not revoking the ban on cannabis stores in the city. (There’s…
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Trump doesn’t compare well to other GOP presidents
I’ve tried watching some of Donald Trump’s recent public appearances, but I just can’t stand the endless lies…
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Opponents of Everett property tax increase less than upfront
So, Everett’s Proposition 1 was soundly rejected (“Everett property tax masure appears headed for defeat,” The Herald, Aug.…
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10th LD, Senate: St. Clair’s policies aligned with people
Janet St. Clair should, and deserves to be, our next Washington state senator. In addition to a long…
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South Whidbey fire district grateful for voters’ support of safety
On behalf of South Whidbey Fire/EMS, I want to thank residents for supporting the recent fire district levy…
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Comment: The silver lining in Olympic cities’ greenwashing
Paris’ Seine fell short of its promised cleanup, but it and similar efforts have shown what’s possible.