Opinion

Roberts: Ignoring scientific fact won’t change climate physics

In favoring cherry-picked pseudo science over peer-reviewed consensus, Trump amplifies the climate crisis.

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Comment: Yes on SJR 8201 will enhance WA Cares LTC benefit

In the face of federal cuts to Medicaid, Washington residents must maximize their long-term care fund.

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Forum: Tormented are the peacemakers; in families and society

For in navigating our current societal divisions, they are having to relieve their family traumas.

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Forum: Everett VFW Post 2100 earns state, national honors

Along with daily meeting the needs of veterans, the post has had an active year of celebration and…

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Editorial cartoons for Saturday, Oct. 4

A sketchy look at the news of the day.

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Lake Forest Park levy: Support public safety on ballot

I want to thank the Lake Forest Park City Council for passing a resolution to place a police…

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Comment: Now, let’s focus on helping middle class buy homes

A California proposal would allow middle-class families to borrow a bigger chunk for their down payments.

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Editorial cartooons for Friday, Oct. 3

A sketchy look at the news of the day.

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Schwab: After the last week, we could all use a Tylenol

Trump dispenses medical advice, obedient lawyers, travel advisories and calls up Gen. Mayhem.

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Defeat GOP’s health care cuts

Thank you for Congressman Rick Larsen’s excellent commentary on the Republican push to dismantle, destabilize and harm, our…

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Civil argument provides depth of understanding

Thank you, Herald editors, for prominently publishing Bret Stephen’s recent commentary (“We’re losing our culture of argument and…

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.), right, arrives to join Sen. Patty Murray (D-Wash.) and Sen. Brian Schatz (D-Hawaii) at a news conference on Capitol Hill after the House passed a stopgap bill to keep federal funding flowing past a Sept. 30 deadline on Friday, Sept. 19, 2025. The House narrowly passed the bill on Friday, but the measure appears dead on arrival in the Senate, where Democrats have vowed to block it. (Haiyun Jiang/The New York Times)

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Editorial: Democrats point to problem deeper than the shutdown

Two state Democrats say they are holding out to force talks on a looming health care crisis.

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The Buzz: Pete, couldn’t this have been a Signal group chat?

President Trump and Pete Hegseth dress down military officials and alert Portland’s naked bike riders.

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Editorial cartoons for Thursday, Oct. 2

A sketchy look at the news of the day.

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Editorial: Keep Condyles, James, Stevens on Marysville council

The three incumbents have helped the city maintain financial stability and address its growth.

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Comment: Access to health care for millions hangs on shutdown

Without a deal sought by Democrats, 4.2 million will lose ACA coverage and costs will jump for many.

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Comment: Those with autism need support, not blame, judgment

President Trump’s and RFK Jr.’s tone-deaf response on autism ignored the support needs of families.

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Everett School Board: Jackson Laurence knows kids’ needs

We are proud to say we fully support Anna Marie Jackson Laurence for the Everett School Board. She…

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Approve SJR 8201 on Nov. 4 ballot for long-term care

This November, Washington voters finally have an issue with support from across the partisan spectrum. SJR 8201, which…

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Freedom of speech requires vigilance, protection

President Donald Trump is conducting a campaign against free speech, a right the U.S. Constitution guarantees to every…