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Editorial cartoons for Thursday, July 4, Independence Day
A sketchy look at the news of the day.
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Lake Stevens postmaster delivers wishes for Fourth of July
As Postmaster of Lake Stevens I am writing to express the unwavering commitment of our postal staff to…
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Island County should prohibit fireworks as part of its burn ban
A Burn Ban 1 was put in place on Whidbey and Camano Islands on June 30 because fire…
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Honor our veterans on July 4 with some quiet, rather than fireworks
As we all know the Fourth of July is here. I know many want to go out and…
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Comment: Supreme Court has ruled; now Congress must act
After a court term that set dangerous precedents, Congress must act on pending voting rights legislation.
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Klein: What post-debate polls show about replacing Biden
There’s little movement in the polls, but also signs that a different Democrat could do as well or…
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Burke: Dr. Seuss and the Two Things wrong in the debate
Unleashed, without a Cat to fix things, were Trump’s lies and Biden’s stumbles. Voters are left with the…
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You’re paying for wealthy’s low taxes
Recently, a letter to the editor bemoaned all the “new” taxes homeowners are being hit with, as to…
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Stephens: It wasn’t just an off night; Biden simply is not fit
Supporters can excuse away his debate performance, but Biden’s decline has been clear for some time.
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Laid-off Herald reporters could start a news co-op
Half the staff means half the coverage; readers will notice
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Galling to say readers won’t notice
Our families have been non-stop subscribers to the Everett newspapers for at least 100 years. This, though, is…
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Editorial: Return Davis to 32nd District House seat
The three-term Democrat leads policy on domestic violence, addiction and law enforcement issues.
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Judging by content, just what did Herald reporters do?
As a decades-long subscriber, the paper is symptomatic of journalism in this country; 90-plus percent liberal content, with…
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Herald layoff decision shows lack of concern for readers
The recently announced lay-off of half of the Everett Herald’s newsroom is shocking.
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Comment: Immunity ruling not get-out-of-jail card Trump thinks
While the court gave Trump some cover, he may be liable for his unofficial actions as a candidate.
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Douthat: Even if Biden can win, nation is not out of danger
Biden’s decline has encouraged our enemies and is partially responsible for the challenges we face.
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Comment: Court majority content to duck abortion issue for now
The 6-3 opinion sends the Idaho abortion case back to lower courts, perhaps to return after the election.
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Friedman: Biden is a good president but he must now bow out
With neither Biden nor Trump up to the job, an open process must settle on a Democratic candidate.